Events
2nd meeting of the organisational session of the Global Mechanism on ICT security
3rd meeting of the organisational session of the Global Mechanism on ICT security
4th meeting of the organisational session of the Global Mechanism on ICT security
Building AI literacy in parliaments
The Inter-Parliamentary Union will host a webinar on ‘Building AI Literacy in Parliaments’ on Wednesday, 1 April 2026, from 15:00–16:00 CEST. The session, part of the Transforming Parliaments webinar series, will explore how parliaments can develop training and resources to support AI literacy among members, parliamentary staff, and IT teams.
The webinar will highlight the IPU Guidelines for AI in parliaments, emphasising that AI literacy should reach all roles within parliaments. Participants will discuss understanding AI capabilities and limitations, recognising bias and hallucinations, and ensuring human-centred decision-making. The session targets MPs, parliamentary managers, and staff involved in AI oversight, legislation, or the development of AI literacy programs.
The webinar will be conducted in English, French, Spanish, and Arabic. A recording will be made available on the IPU’s Innovation in Parliament YouTube playlist.
Blockchain Forum 2026
The Blockchain Forum 2026 will be held in Moscow on 14–15 April 2026, bringing together global leaders in Web3, crypto, blockchain, and mining across the rapidly developing CIS region.
The event is expected to draw over 20,000 attendees, including founders, C-level executives, innovators, and investors.
Participants at the two-day forum will gain access to expert insights and forecasts on the evolving industry, engage in high-level networking and deal-making opportunities, and hear directly from founders and senior leaders of major global crypto projects about strategies to capitalise on emerging trends.
The event also features an extensive expo-floor with exhibitions of cutting-edge blockchain and mining technologies, simultaneous translation of sessions, dedicated after-hours networking, and multiple tiers of access for attendees including business and VIP packages.
29th session of the Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD)
The 29th session of the Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) is scheduled to take place from 20 to 24 April 2026 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland.
For its 29th session, the programme will address the priority theme of ‘Science, Technology and Innovation in the Age of Artificial Intelligence’, and will also review progress on the implementation and follow-up to the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society at regional and international levels.
The session will include presentations on technical cooperation activities and the work of the multistakeholder Working Group on Data Governance, as relevant to development objectives. Participation is expected from representatives of national governments, international organizations, civil society and the private sector.
ITU Council 2026
The 2026 session of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council will be held from 28 April to 8 May 2026 at ITU Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
As the primary governing body between Plenipotentiary Conferences, the Council plays a central role in steering the Union’s work across a wide range of issues, including global digital policy, infrastructure development, and the evolving landscape of emerging technologies.
Over the course of the session, delegates are expected to review and guide ITU activities across policy directions, programme implementation and financial matters, as well as to consider emerging issues in connectivity, digital inclusion and ICT development.
Preparatory work for the meeting included a cluster of Council Working Groups and Expert Groups held earlier in January 2026, which addressed specialised topics such as internet policy, child online protection, strategic planning and other expert issues.
Geneva Cyber Week 2026: Shaping the future of cybersecurity and diplomacy
Geneva Cyber Week 2026 will take place from 4 to 8 May 2026 in Geneva, Switzerland, under the overarching theme ‘Advancing Global Cooperation in Cyberspace’.
Organised by the UN Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) and the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA), the event will bring together stakeholders from governments, international organisations, industry, academia, and civil society to discuss the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in cybersecurity.
Details on the 2026 agenda and events will be announced closer to the date.
E-Gov’A 2026
E-Gov’A 2026, taking place from 14 to 16 May 2026 in Yaoundé, Cameroon, is the first edition of a pan-African event dedicated to e-governance and digital innovation in public services. The event is organised under the patronage of the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications (Minpostel) and supported by the Smart Click Africa association and Digital Business Africa.
The program is structured around four main components:
- E-Gov’A Summit: High-level ministerial and technical panels bringing together ministers, international experts, senior civil servants, and innovators to discuss the digital transformation of African administrations and public services.
- E-Gov’A Expo: An exhibition space featuring institutional, corporate, and GovTech startup booths, along with live demonstrations of digital solutions improving public sector efficiency.
- E-Gov’A Workshops: Practical training sessions offered by companies and institutions, covering topics such as integrating AI for more effective public administration.
- E-Gov’A Startup Challenge: A hackathon recognising innovative citizen-led digital solutions
- E-Gov’A Awards: Awards highlighting outstanding achievements in GovTech across Africa.
The event aims to accelerate the digital transformation of public services, promote inclusive and citizen-centric e-governance, and foster collaboration between governments, startups, institutions, and technology companies. It provides a platform to showcase innovative digital solutions, explore challenges and opportunities in e-governance, and facilitate strategic reflection on building a modern, efficient, and accessible public administration.