Session
Swaniti Initiative
1. Arpita Kanjilal ○ Organization: Digital Empowerment Foundation (DEF) ○ Stakeholder Group: Civil Society ○ Regional Group: India ○ Role: Primary Speaker 2. Deeksha Pande ○ Organization: Swaniti Initiative ○ Stakeholder Group: Civil Society ○ Regional Group: India ○ Role: Secondary Speaker 3. Maitri Singh ○ Organization: Digital Empowerment Foundation ○ Stakeholder Group: Civil Society ○ Regional Group: India ○ Role: Onsite Moderator
1. Arpita Kanjilal ○ Organization: Digital Empowerment Foundation (DEF) ○ Stakeholder Group: Civil Society ○ Regional Group: India ○ Role: Primary Speaker 2. Deeksha Pande ○ Organization: Swaniti Initiative ○ Stakeholder Group: Civil Society ○ Regional Group: India ○ Role: Secondary Speaker 3. Maitri Singh ○ Organization: Digital Empowerment Foundation ○ Stakeholder Group: Civil Society ○ Regional Group: India ○ Role: Onsite Moderator
Organization's Website
Speakers
● Arpita Kanjilal– Digital Empowerment Foundation (DEF), Civil Society, India (Moderator & Speaker on Digital Just Transition Strategies)
● Deeksha Pande, Swaniti Initiative, Civil Society, India (Speaker on Policy & Economic Diversification)
● Maitri Singh–Digital Empowerment Foundation, Civil Society, (Moderator - Policy Integration & Support for Just Transition in India)
Onsite Moderator
Maitri Singh
Rapporteur
Abner Manzar
SDGs
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
13. Climate Action
Targets: ● SDG 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth): Digital upskilling & entrepreneurship create sustainable jobs for transitioning workers. It ensures that workers have access to employment. ● SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure): Investment in digital connectivity and online market access drives economic diversification. ● SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities): Ensuring digital inclusion for rural, marginalized, and climate-affected communities. ● SDG 13 (Climate Action): Supporting economic alternatives for coal-dependent regions to transition equitably.
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
13. Climate Action
Targets: ● SDG 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth): Digital upskilling & entrepreneurship create sustainable jobs for transitioning workers. It ensures that workers have access to employment. ● SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure): Investment in digital connectivity and online market access drives economic diversification. ● SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities): Ensuring digital inclusion for rural, marginalized, and climate-affected communities. ● SDG 13 (Climate Action): Supporting economic alternatives for coal-dependent regions to transition equitably.
Format
● Introduction (3 minutes): Explain Net Zero, Digital Just Transition & background.
● Defining Digital Just Transition & Economic Diversification (3 minutes): How digital technology facilitates alternative employment in climate-challenged districts.
● Grassroots Digital Solutions (3 minutes): How hyper local digital solutions are required for community centered Just Transition.
● Policy & Taskforce (3 minutes): Connecting digital interventions with policy frameworks for scaling solutions, i.e Digital Just Transition Taskforce.
● Q&A (5 minutes): Onsite & online audience engagement via Slido.
Duration (minutes)
20
Description
This Lightning Talk explores how digital can help coal-dependent communities transition towards sustainable economic opportunities. Using case studies from Ramgarh and Bokaro, India, we highlight:
● Workforce Readiness & Reskilling: Training former coal workers in digital skills for jobs in renewable energy, tourism, and digital services.
● Grassroots Digital Solutions: The role of hyper local solutions, i.e. SoochnaPreneurs as local digital entrepreneurs providing essential services (e-governance, finance, online markets).
● Bridging Policy & Action: Establishing a Digital Just Transition Taskforce to integrate community-driven solutions into national & global policy frameworks.
1. Interaction Between Onsite and Online Participants ● Live Q&A via Slido: Participants (onsite & online) submit questions in real-time. The moderator will allocate 5 minutes post-talk for Q&A. ● Dedicated Online Moderator: A team member will monitor virtual interactions and prioritize key questions. 2. Designing for Hybrid Engagement ● Split-Screen Format: Onsite speakers & virtual attendees are visible simultaneously on livestreams to foster inclusivity. ● Time Management: Strict 20-minute session limit (15-minute talk + 5-minute Q&A) to ensure focus & engagement. 3. Complementary Online Tools ● Slido Polls & Q&A: Audience engagement through polls like "How should governments integrate digital solutions in climate-challenged regions?" ● QR Codes in Slides: Participants can scan to access DEF’s and Swaniti’s work. Conclusion and Takeaways: ● Awareness & Engagement – Enhanced understanding of digital solutions in just transition efforts. ● Policy & Strategy Insights – Actionable recommendations for digital inclusion in climate policies. ● Implementation Roadmap – Strategies for using digital tools in economic diversification and workforce adaptation. ● Collaboration Opportunities – Networking and partnerships between key stakeholders. ● Community Empowerment – Inspiration for local initiatives through successful digital models. ● Future Roadmap – Laying the foundation for ongoing discussions and action.
1. Interaction Between Onsite and Online Participants ● Live Q&A via Slido: Participants (onsite & online) submit questions in real-time. The moderator will allocate 5 minutes post-talk for Q&A. ● Dedicated Online Moderator: A team member will monitor virtual interactions and prioritize key questions. 2. Designing for Hybrid Engagement ● Split-Screen Format: Onsite speakers & virtual attendees are visible simultaneously on livestreams to foster inclusivity. ● Time Management: Strict 20-minute session limit (15-minute talk + 5-minute Q&A) to ensure focus & engagement. 3. Complementary Online Tools ● Slido Polls & Q&A: Audience engagement through polls like "How should governments integrate digital solutions in climate-challenged regions?" ● QR Codes in Slides: Participants can scan to access DEF’s and Swaniti’s work. Conclusion and Takeaways: ● Awareness & Engagement – Enhanced understanding of digital solutions in just transition efforts. ● Policy & Strategy Insights – Actionable recommendations for digital inclusion in climate policies. ● Implementation Roadmap – Strategies for using digital tools in economic diversification and workforce adaptation. ● Collaboration Opportunities – Networking and partnerships between key stakeholders. ● Community Empowerment – Inspiration for local initiatives through successful digital models. ● Future Roadmap – Laying the foundation for ongoing discussions and action.