WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event 2024
World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS)+20 Forum High-Level Event 2024
The WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event 2024 marked a significant milestone of twenty years of progress made in the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society, which took place in two phases — Geneva in 2003 and Tunis in 2005. Twenty years ago, WSIS set the framework for global digital cooperation with a vision to build people-centric, inclusive, and development-oriented information and knowledge societies.
The WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event 2024 served as a platform for multistakeholder discussions with the objective to take stock of the achievements and key trends, challenges, and opportunities since the Geneva Plan of Action in 2003.
The WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event 2024 was held from 27 to 31 May 2024, co-organized by ITU, UNESCO, UNDP, and UNCTAD and co-hosted by ITU and the Swiss Confederation, with the support of remote participation.
WSIS Action Line Facilitators
ITU
UNESCO
UNDP
UNCTAD
FAO
ILO
ITC
UNDESA
UNHCR
UNICEF
UNIDO
UNODC
UNEP
UPU
WMO
WIPO
WHO
WFP
UN Women
UNECA
UNECLAC
UNESCAP
UNESCWA
UNECE
United Nations Technology Bank
UNU
UNJSPF
WSIS Prizes 2024
The contest received over 1,000 submissions from more than 100 countries, showcasing technological solutions that address sustainable development challenges worldwide. Eighteen winners and seventy-two champions were acknowledged during the event, recognizing their efforts in implementing WSIS Action Lines and advancing the SDGs.
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Photo Contest
The WSIS Photo Contest 2024 invited participants to submit photographs showcasing how Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) play an enabling role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The 8th edition of the Contest celebrated 10 winning entries at the WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event 2024.
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Healthy Ageing Innovation Prize
The Prize recognizes innovative technology that promotes healthier and more active ageing and aligns with the goals of the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing. Twelve finalists were announced, celebrating digital solutions that empower older generations, reduce vulnerabilities, and foster inclusive societies. The winner was revealed during the WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event 2024.
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Digital Service Design Prize 2024
The Prize celebrates progress in e-government services globally, catering to user journeys, needs, and life events, while leveraging Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and open-source software components. In its second edition, the prize continues to spotlight exceptional e-government services, announcing 10 finalists and the winner of the 2024 Prize at the 2024 Event.
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The WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event 2024 will serve as a platform to review the progress, achievements, challenges, and opportunities of the WSIS follow-up process. Explore the benefits of becoming a partner and available packages.
