Session
Subtheme
Organizer 1: Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 1: Nurul Hasnat Ove, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 2: Redoy Hassib-Al-Hassan Rizve, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 3: Beth Eden, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 4: Aashna Shah, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 2: Redoy Hassib-Al-Hassan Rizve, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 3: Beth Eden, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 4: Aashna Shah, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
Format
Roundtable
Duration (minutes): 60
Format description: The roundtable format for a sixty minute session is the most effective layout for fostering an inclusive, interactive, and solution-driven discussion. This setup encourages open dialogue among participants, allowing for diverse perspectives and active engagement rather than passive listening. Given the complexity of digital inclusion and youth-led advocacy, a roundtable format ensures that all voices whether from policymakers, youth leaders, or civil society representatives are heard equally. It creates a collaborative space where participants can exchange ideas, challenge viewpoints, and explore innovative solutions in real time. The 60-minute duration strikes the right balance between depth and engagement. It allows for brief expert insights while dedicating significant time to dynamic discussions and contributions from attendees. This ensures a focused yet participatory session, leading to concrete takeaways, policy recommendations, and potential collaborations beyond the event.
Duration (minutes): 60
Format description: The roundtable format for a sixty minute session is the most effective layout for fostering an inclusive, interactive, and solution-driven discussion. This setup encourages open dialogue among participants, allowing for diverse perspectives and active engagement rather than passive listening. Given the complexity of digital inclusion and youth-led advocacy, a roundtable format ensures that all voices whether from policymakers, youth leaders, or civil society representatives are heard equally. It creates a collaborative space where participants can exchange ideas, challenge viewpoints, and explore innovative solutions in real time. The 60-minute duration strikes the right balance between depth and engagement. It allows for brief expert insights while dedicating significant time to dynamic discussions and contributions from attendees. This ensures a focused yet participatory session, leading to concrete takeaways, policy recommendations, and potential collaborations beyond the event.
Policy Question(s)
1. How can digital tools and internet access be leveraged to enhance youth participation in SDG implementation, particularly in marginalized and underrepresented communities?
2. What policies and regulatory frameworks are needed to ensure that the internet remains an inclusive, safe, and accessible space for youth-led advocacy and civic engagement on sustainable development issues?
3. How can governments, private sector actors, and civil society collaborate to bridge the digital divide and equip young people with the necessary digital literacy and resources to drive SDG progress effectively?**
What will participants gain from attending this session? Participants attending our session will gain valuable insights into how digital tools and online platforms can be leveraged for sustainable development. They will leave with a deeper understanding of how the internet fosters youth-led activism, policymaking, and community-driven solutions, particularly in marginalized and underrepresented regions.
Through diverse perspectives from global youth leaders, attendees will explore real-world case studies showcasing the impact of digital inclusion on education, climate action, and human rights advocacy. They will also gain practical knowledge of innovative online strategies, such as data-driven advocacy, social media mobilization, and digital storytelling, to amplify their voices and drive change.
The session will equip participants with concrete tools, networking opportunities, and collaborative ideas to enhance their digital engagement with the SDGs. By the end, they will be empowered with actionable steps to integrate digital solutions into their own initiatives for meaningful, scalable impact.
Description:
Our session "Youth Involvement in Achieving SDGs through the Internet," will explore how digital connectivity empowers young people to drive sustainable development. Aligned with the subtheme of Digital Inclusion & Human Rights, this interactive workshop will highlight best practices, innovative strategies, and real-world case studies demonstrating the role of the internet in youth led SDG initiatives. The session will showcase how digital platforms enhance civic engagement, education, and environmental activism, with a focus on marginalized communities, including youth from the Global South. Panelists from diverse backgrounds will share insights on leveraging social media, open data, and digital tools for advocacy, policy influence, and community mobilization. Using a hybrid format with live audience polling, breakout discussions, and interactive storytelling, we will encourage participants to share their experiences and propose actionable recommendations. By the end of the session, attendees will gain concrete strategies to harness the internet for SDG action, ensuring inclusivity, impact, and sustainability.
Our session "Youth Involvement in Achieving SDGs through the Internet," will explore how digital connectivity empowers young people to drive sustainable development. Aligned with the subtheme of Digital Inclusion & Human Rights, this interactive workshop will highlight best practices, innovative strategies, and real-world case studies demonstrating the role of the internet in youth led SDG initiatives. The session will showcase how digital platforms enhance civic engagement, education, and environmental activism, with a focus on marginalized communities, including youth from the Global South. Panelists from diverse backgrounds will share insights on leveraging social media, open data, and digital tools for advocacy, policy influence, and community mobilization. Using a hybrid format with live audience polling, breakout discussions, and interactive storytelling, we will encourage participants to share their experiences and propose actionable recommendations. By the end of the session, attendees will gain concrete strategies to harness the internet for SDG action, ensuring inclusivity, impact, and sustainability.
Expected Outcomes
The session "Youth Involvement in Achieving SDGs through the Internet" will aims to generate actionable insights and strategies for enhancing youth engagement in sustainable development through digital tools. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how the internet can be leveraged for advocacy, policymaking, and community-driven solutions, particularly in marginalized communities.
A key expected outcome will be the development of policy recommendations on fostering digital inclusion for youth-led SDG initiatives. These insights will be compiled into a post-session report, summarizing best practices, challenges, and proposed solutions to be shared with relevant stakeholders, including policymakers, civil society organizations, and youth networks.
Additionally, the session will serve as a catalyst for collaborative projects, encouraging cross-sector partnerships to advance digital literacy, internet accessibility, and online civic engagement. A follow-up virtual dialogue or working group may be organized to track progress and explore further avenues for youth-driven digital action on the SDGs.
Hybrid Format: To ensure a truly inclusive and interactive hybrid session I will design the discussion to foster seamless engagement between **onsite and online participants through a structured yet dynamic approach.
To facilitate interaction, I will ensure that both onsite and online speakers have equal speaking opportunities, with my dedicated moderation and managing interventions from both audiences. A live chat feature will allow online participants to submit questions and comments in real time, which will be actively incorporated into the discussion.
For an engaging experience, the session will use interactive digital tools, such as Mentimeter or Slido, to conduct live polls, Q&A segments, and real-time idea-sharing. Additionally, I will encourage participants to use a shared digital whiteboard (e.g., Miro or Padlet) for collaborative input, ensuring that insights from all attendees are captured.By integrating these elements, I will create a meaningful and accessible hybrid experience that ensures equal participation and engagement.