• November 20, 2024

    World Children's Day

    Online Marathon: Education as the Foundation of Children's Rights!

  • Computer Class for Every School in Africa

    Together, we can forge a brighter future for every child in Africa!

  • Foundations of AI Governance

    In today's connected world, technology is essential for maintaining peace, a main goal of the United Nations (UN). 

  • Building Smarter, Sustainable Cities

    In the move to smart cities, collaboration between IT companies and city authorities is vital for innovating urban solutions.

  • Shaping the Future of Learning

    Global connections between content creators and decision-makers drive educational innovation and enhance access to top learning resources

  • Forging a Path to Cryptocurrency Stability

    As the global blockchain industry expands, addressing regulatory uncertainties becomes paramount for companies and governments alike.

  • Challenges and Solutions in Social Media Governance

    As platforms shape public discourse, international regulation is needed to protect users from harmful practices.

  • Responsible Governance in Online Gaming

    Address gaming challenges with clear guidelines and inclusive environments. Navigate betting regulations through strict compliance and legal assistance.

Message from the President of the Senate of Italy, Sen. Ignazio La Russa

Message from the President of the Senate of Italy, Sen. Ignazio La Russa

The President of the Senate of Italy supports the "A Computer Class for Every School in Africa" marathon
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Message from Mr. Masud Gharahkhani, President of the Storting

Message from Mr. Masud Gharahkhani, President of the Storting

Message from President of the Storting, in support of the “A Computer Class for Every School in Africa” Marathon
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Kumi Naidoo’s Support for “A Computer Class for Every School in Africa”

Kumi Naidoo’s Support for “A Computer Class for Every School in Africa”

I’m Kumi Naidoo, and I’m pleased to join you in supporting the “A Computer Class for Every School in Africa” campaign.
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Statement by Elmarie Linde (National Assembly of South Africa) on Addressing the Global Digital Divide

Statement by Elmarie Linde (National Assembly of South Africa) on Addressing the Global Digital Divide

Our team has sent letters to members of 35 parliaments and heads of state worldwide.
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Secretary-General's Message for World Children's Day

Secretary-General's Message for World Children's Day

Marathon organizers received a message from the Secretary-General for the World Children’s Day
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Urban Competition: A New Route to Global Peace

Urban Competition: A New Route to Global Peace

Global competition is increasingly shifting from countries to cities, which now play a critical role in driving economic grow...
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ICT's Impact on African Economies

ICT's Impact on African Economies

How ICT boosts economic growth in Africa through digital infrastructure.
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Global Digital Compact

Global Digital Compact

One of the fundamental actions outlined in the compact is the need to engage the private sector with less developed nations.
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450K Schools, 250M Kids in Africa Lack Tech

450K Schools, 250M Kids in Africa Lack Tech

In 2021, 770 million people, or nearly 9% of the world's population, did not have access to electricity.
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Sub-Saharan Africa's Growth Depends on Quality Education

Sub-Saharan Africa's Growth Depends on Quality Education

Educational outcomes in sub-Saharan Africa are low, with many children out of school and insufficient teacher training.
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Nobel Prize Laureates Backing the Mission

Bridge Digital Gap

We're calling on companies like yours to consider donating your used computers instead of disposing of them.

UN Sustainable
Development Goals

17 Goals to Transform Our World

Call for action by all countries — poor, rich and middle-income — to promote prosperity while protecting the planet.

About GAID

The Global Alliance for ICT and Development (GAID) is an initiative approved by the United Nations as an open and inclusive platform that broadens dialogue among governments, businesses, academia, and civil society on innovative ways of utilizing ICT to advance development.

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Cooperation and results

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