World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17, highlights how digital innovation can build a sustainable future. It focuses on connecting everyone and

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17, highlights how digital innovation can build a sustainable future. It focuses on connecting everyone and achieving prosperity for all.

Digital technologies are crucial, capable of addressing 70% of UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, from climate change to poverty. However, significant digital gaps persist due to insufficient policies, investment, and skills, hindering progress globally.

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the UN agency for digital technologies, founded on this day, emphasizes the global need for digital innovation. Together, we can bridge these gaps. For more information, visit itu.int/wtisd.

International Girls in ICT Day 2024 will be celebrated on April 25, featuring a video message from ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin. This year's theme is "Leadership," emphasizing the

International Girls in ICT Day 2024 will be celebrated on April 25, featuring a video message from ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin. This year's theme is "Leadership," emphasizing the critical need for strong female role models in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) careers.

For further information, visit: itu.int/girlsinict. #girlsinict

Giga aims to connect every school globally to the internet by 2030, beginning with mapping locations. On March 1, Giga Day marked the launch of its fully operational Technology Centre in

Giga aims to connect every school globally to the internet by 2030, beginning with mapping locations. On March 1, Giga Day marked the launch of its fully operational Technology Centre in Barcelona. Established after a year of preparation, the Centre received generous support from the Spanish, Catalan, and Barcelona governments.

The event drew 120 public and private sector supporters, featuring speeches, panels, and demonstrations of innovative digital solutions for educational and social challenges. The Giga Technology Centre serves as a hub for developing open-source technology for school connectivity and a vital space for Catalonia's and Spain's tech ecosystem.

On 17 September 2023, ITU, the UN Family, and partners will convene SDG Digital Day. This event will explore how digital technologies can accelerate progress towards the 17 Sustainable Development

On 17 September 2023, ITU, the UN Family, and partners will convene SDG Digital Day. This event will explore how digital technologies can accelerate progress towards the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and ensure a sustainable, inclusive future for all.

A key focus will be connecting the 2.7 billion people currently offline. Be part of the solution: join us in-person or virtually on September 17th to help bring the SDGs back on track and ensure a #DigitalFutureForAll.

For more information, visit digital.day and itu.int.

ITU, the UN Family, and partners will host SDG Digital Day on 17 September 2023. This event will explore how digital technologies can accelerate progress on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals

ITU, the UN Family, and partners will host SDG Digital Day on 17 September 2023. This event will explore how digital technologies can accelerate progress on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and ensure the 2.7 billion people currently offline also benefit.

Be part of the solution! Join us in-person or virtually on September 17 to help achieve a sustainable and inclusive #DigitalFutureForAll.

For more information, please visit: digital.day and itu.int.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. The day's theme is "Empowering the least developed countries

UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. The day's theme is "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies."

Observed on May 17, WTISD 2023 urges public and private sectors to pledge universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations via ITU's Partner2Connect Digital Coalition.

For more details, visit: itu.int/wtisd

Rabab Fatima, UN-OHRLLS High Representative, delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. Observed on May 17, this year's WTISD focused on

Rabab Fatima, UN-OHRLLS High Representative, delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. Observed on May 17, this year's WTISD focused on "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies."

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) called on public and private sectors to make pledges for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations. This initiative is facilitated through its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition. For more details, visit: itu.int/wtisd.

Doreen Bogdan-Martin, ITU Secretary-General, delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. Observed on May 17, this year's theme was "Empowering

Doreen Bogdan-Martin, ITU Secretary-General, delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023. Observed on May 17, this year's theme was "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies."

On WTISD, the ITU called upon public and private sectors to pledge support for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations. This initiative is channeled through its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition.

For more information, please visit: http://www.itu.int/wtisd

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023, held on May 17, featured a video message from ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin. This year's theme, "Empowering the least

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023, held on May 17, featured a video message from ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin. This year's theme, "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies," highlighted the critical need for digital inclusion.

The ITU called on public and private sectors to make pledges for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations via its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition. For more details, visit: http://www.itu.int/wtisd