Session
GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH)
- Marc Lendermann, German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV), Government, Germany, Western European and Others Group (WEOG) - Torge Wolters, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Private Sector, Germany, Western European and Others Group (WEOG) - Sascha Nies, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Private Sector, Germany, Western European and Others Group (WEOG) - Lars Radscheidt, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Private Sector, Germany, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
- Dr. Irina Soeffky, German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV), Government, Germany, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
- Yasmin Al-Douri, Responsible Technology Hub, Academia, Germany, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
- Moritz von Knebel, Mercator College for International Affairs, Germany, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Lars Radscheidt, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Private Sector, Germany, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Torge Wolters, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Private Sector, Germany, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Targets: The session focuses on methods and concrete best practices for the exchange on digital policy and involvement of diverse stakeholders in digital governance. The bilateral approach presented advances the achievement of the SDG’s by acting as a platform for government-to-government exchange but also as multi-stakeholder platform in digital governance. Through international cooperation, knowledge exchange and harmonisation of mechanisms, the approach presented allows for better policy coherence, sustainable development and building lasting partnerships.
Lightning Talk with two presentations: A government representative and a student representative share their insights regarding bilateral multi-stakeholder dialogues and present the approach of the International Digital Dialogues. Optimal setting: A stage or designated area at the front of the room for the speakers and the on-site moderator will ensure visibility. Chairs in rows for the audience are facing the stage. The set-up includes a projector/screen for visual presentations. The room layout should be simple to allow for easy movement.
The inclusion of diverse voices in digital policy is essential for addressing both current and future challenges in internet governance. This session highlights the perspective of young voices in internet governance and how structured initiatives can create accessible platforms for diverse voices to shape digital policy and governance frameworks.
Two participants of a fellowship program on international digital policy and a BMDV representative will share their insights. The fellows will present practical experiences and examples on multi-stakeholder consultations and their engagement in these. Their focus will be on processes on AI regulation, responsible technology, and their experiences in policy debates. The BMDV representative will provide the policymaker’s perspective, emphasizing how multistakeholder in initiatives like the International Digital Dialogues strengthens governance outcomes and builds trustful partnerships.
The session will explore how fostering diverse participation in multi-stakeholder processes enriches digital policy through innovative ideas and diverse perspectives. Drawing from experiences with the Responsible Tech Hub, the Mercator Fellowship, and the International Digital Dialogues, the speakers will showcase actionable strategies for amplifying diverse voices in global digital governance.