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The OEWG on ICTs 2021-2025 will convene for its eleventh (and last) substantive session to continue its work on issues related to information security in the context of international security. Agenda item 5: discussions on substantive issues contained in paragraph 1 of General Assembly resolution 75/240 (continued). First reading of, and negotiations on, the draft final report (continued). The Open-ended Working Group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025 will convene for its eleventh (and last) substantive session to continue its work on issues related to information security in the context of international security. In 2020, the General Assembly through resolution 75/240, established a new five-year open-ended working group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025. The group is mandated to further develop the rules, norms and principles of responsible behaviour of States; to consider ini...

About the ITU160 Gender Champions initiative.

May 17, 2025

10 young women are emerging leaders, advancing digital transformation and development in meaningful ways across diverse sectors and communities. Their work addresses real-world challenges — from digital literacy and online safety to broadband connectivity and responsible AI — bringing forward solutions that make technology more effective and accessible to al l. As part of the ITU160 Gender Champions initiative , they will travel to Geneva to participate in the WSIS+20 High-Level Event , the AI for Good Global Summit , and ITU’s 160th Anniversary commemorations from 7–11 July 2025 . Launched on the occasion of ITU’s 160th Anniversary, the ITU160 Gender Champions initiative aims to recognize and support young women who are contributing to digital development and transformation worldwide. With support from the Government of Canada, the initiative provides a platform for 10 young women leaders (ages 18–25) to share their work, engage with global stakeholders, and help shape the ...

A first-ever light show projected onto the iconic ITU Tower.

May 17, 2025

Every time you turn on the radio or television, board a plane, call home, go online, use GPS, check the weather, or view satellite images, you use a vital service coordinated by ITU. Tune in to #ITU160 years of tech for humanity and how you are #ConnectedByITU via land, sea, and space! On May 17th , World Telecommunication and Information Society Day , join us for a first-ever light show projected onto the iconic ITU Tower, opposite the United Nations Office at Geneva, as part of Geneva Museum Night . Sixteen slides projected on the 15-storey ITU Tower will show highlights of 160 years of technology for humanity , embodying innovation, countries, organizations and people working together, shared achievements and resilience. You will hear from inspiring speakers as to how they are #ConnectedByITU , from the sea to the sky. How to participate? If you’re in Geneva, come to the Esplanade adjacent to the ITU headquarters buildings , near the Place des Nations. If y...