Celebrated annually on May 17, World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) marks the ITU's founding. WTISD 2024 highlights how digital innovation can connect everyone and foster

Celebrated annually on May 17, World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) marks the ITU's founding. WTISD 2024 highlights how digital innovation can connect everyone and foster sustainable prosperity.

Digital technologies are vital for tackling global challenges like climate change and poverty, potentially achieving 70% of UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. Yet, digital gaps in policy, investment, and skills hinder innovation, leaving many behind.

The world needs digital innovation. Together, we can bridge these gaps. For more information, visit itu.int/wtisd.

May 17 is World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), marking the founding of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). WTISD 2024 explores how digital innovation can

May 17 is World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), marking the founding of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). WTISD 2024 explores how digital innovation can connect everyone and unlock sustainable prosperity. Digital technologies are vital for tackling global challenges, from climate change to poverty, and can help achieve 70% of UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Despite this potential, significant digital gaps persist worldwide due to insufficient policies, investment, and skills. These hinder innovation and leave many countries struggling. The whole world needs digital innovation, and together, we can make it happen. For more information, visit itu.int/wtisd.

World Telecommunication & Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17th, marks the founding of the ITU, the UN's digital technology agency. This day emphasizes how digital

World Telecommunication & Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17th, marks the founding of the ITU, the UN's digital technology agency. This day emphasizes how digital innovation is vital for building a sustainable future and achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Digital technologies can tackle global challenges from climate change to poverty, potentially meeting 70% of SDG targets by 2030.

WTISD 2024 explores how digital innovation can connect everyone and foster sustainable prosperity. However, significant digital gaps—due to a lack of policies, investment, and skills—hinder progress in many regions. Bridging these gaps is essential for global advancement. For more information, visit itu.int/wtisd.

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17, highlights how digital innovation can build a sustainable future. This day, marking the founding of the

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17, highlights how digital innovation can build a sustainable future. This day, marking the founding of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), emphasizes connecting everyone and fostering prosperity through technology.

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

The world urgently needs digital innovation, and together, we can bridge these gaps. For more information, visit itu.int/wtisd.

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

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

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

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

The ITU calls on public and private sectors to make pledges for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations through its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition. For more information, visit www.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, WTISD 2023 focused on

Doreen Bogdan-Martin, ITU Secretary-General, delivered a video message for World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2023.

Observed on May 17, WTISD 2023 focused on "Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies." The ITU urged public and private sectors to pledge for universal connectivity and digital transformation in these nations via its Partner2Connect Digital Coalition.

For more details, visit: www.itu.int/wtisd