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The goal of this workshop is to create a forum for sharing knowledge and experiences on Information and Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) and democracy.
The recent revolutions in Tunisia and Egypt have underscored the pivotal role of social media as a catalyst in democratic processes. However, many people in developing countries still lack sufficient access to information and participation in political and civil processes.
The discussion will focus on areas where ICT can play a key role in enhancing citizens’ participation in democratic development. We distinguish between three general levels of ICT use to advance democratic processes:
ICT for empowerment – ICT for horizontal communication and networking among individuals and civil society, and to strengthen democratic participation.
e-Governance – ICT in the interface between the government and citizens, to improve interaction and feedback between government representatives and citizens.
e-Government – ICT within government, to increase efficiency in interactions and information flows between government departments and state organs.
The workshop will start with a key note, followed by interactive discussions with experts and practitioners from civil society, academia, government, and private sector.
We are pleased to confirm Vasilis Koulolias (Gov2U, Greece) as keynote speaker, and Dorothy Okello (Wougnet, Uganda), Heli Haapkylä (Nokia, Finland) and Kleptocracy Fighters (East Africa) among the panelists.
The workshop will take place on Thursday the 9th of June 2011 at the Kista Science Tower, Färögatan 33 Stockholm.
For information and registration, please contact Katja Sarajeva by May 6th, 2011
katja@spidercenter.org
tel +46 8 16 49 02
Please register as soon as possible as the number of places is limited. You are welcome to appoint another representative, but we ask you to please notify us in advance. The event will also be webcast live.
Welcome!
Paula Uimonen (Director Spider)
Katja Sarajeva (Workshop Coordinator Spider)
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The Swedish Program for ICT in Developing Regions (Spider) is a resource center that collaborates with partners in developing countries on the use of ICT for development and poverty alleviation. Spider functions as a node in a network of actors from academia, civil society, government, and business.
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Swedish Development Forum (FUF) is a non-governmental organization with the aim to provide information and raise awareness on global development issues, to support mutual understanding and cooperation.
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