Evénement
28/10/2024
10:53
Youth IGF Mauritania
Youth IGF Mauritania (Youth Internet Governance Forum Mauritania) or FGI Jeune Mauritanie (Forum des Jeunes sur la Gouvernance de l’Internet en Mauritanie) is a dynamic platform* that aims to actively engage young people in discussions and processes related to Internet governance. As a National Youth Initiative for the Internet Governance Forum, Youth IGF Mauritania seeks to give significant voice to young generations in crucial debates about the future of the internet.
* interactive and evolving space. It’s a place where young people (aged 15 to 35) can actively participate in discussions on how the Internet is governed. The idea is to have a space where members can share their ideas and contribute to finding solutions to Internet-related issues. This platform aims to create an engaged and dynamic community, both online and offline.
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The objectives of Youth IGF Mauritania are :
Youth engagement in the Internet ecosystem
Promoting active and informed participation of young Mauritanians in the Internet ecosystem by connecting them with stakeholders.
Capacity building in Internet governance.
Contributing to strengthening the capacity of Mauritanian youth in Internet governance by providing learning and development opportunities.
Promoting cybersecurity awareness among young people
Protecting young Mauritanians from the dangers of the internet by focusing on cybersecurity awareness and online crime prevention.
Awareness of Internet issues
Encouraging youth to identify and understand emerging issues related to the Internet, thereby strengthening awareness.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Internet governance refers to the processes and mechanisms that govern the operation and evolution of the Internet. This includes decision-making on technical standards, public policies, regulation, security, privacy protection, and other aspects related to the use and management of the Internet at the global, regional, and local levels.
The stakeholders of Internet governance include a variety of actors such as governments, the private sector, civil society, international organizations, academic institutions, technicians, end users, and other entities concerned with policies, standards, and decisions related to the Internet. This diversity of stakeholders reflects the multi-stakeholder nature of Internet governance, where different voices and perspectives are taken into account in decision-making processes and policy formulation.
Youth IGF Mauritania is an interactive platform aimed at encouraging active participation of young Mauritians in discussions on Internet governance. It’s a space where young people can contribute to addressing Internet-related challenges and share their ideas about its future.
The objectives of Youth IGF Mauritania include: promoting youth participation in the Internet ecosystem, raising awareness about emerging Internet-related issues, promoting cybersecurity and preventing online crime, enhancing youth capacities in Internet governance, and encouraging youth engagement in Internet governance decisions in Mauritania.
Youth IGF Mauritania is a National Youth Initiative for the Internet Governance Forum (IGF). We aim to give meaningful voice to younger generations in crucial debates about the future of the Internet, in alignment with the principles and objectives of the global IGF.
You can get involved by participating in our events, contributing to our online or in-person discussions, sharing your ideas, and joining our community on social media. Any Mauritanian youth aged 15 to 35 interested in Internet governance issues can become a member. You can also sign up for our newsletter to receive regular updates.
Evénement
20/10/2024
10:25
Call for Applications
28/09/2024
10:10
