Session
Theater
Duration (minutes): 30
Format description: The theater format is ideal for this session as it allows for a clear and structured presentation on digital inclusiveness in KSA. This setup ensures effective delivery of key findings, insights, and Saudi Arabia’s efforts and initiatives in this area. It also accommodates a large audience, providing a focused setting for impactful storytelling and data visualization. The chosen duration enables a comprehensive presentation, followed by a Q&A session to engage attendees.
This session will explore digital inclusiveness in Saudi Arabia’s digital government, highlighting key findings from a recent study developed by DGA. It will cover the definition and key elements of digital inclusivity, with a focus on people with disabilities, accessibility standards, and universal design principles. Additionally, it will showcase Saudi Arabia’s efforts, programs, and success stories in building a more inclusive digital ecosystem. The session will address challenges such as accessibility barriers, policy implementation, and societal engagement, while also discussing opportunities for advancing digital inclusivity through innovative government initiatives and international collaboration. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A segment to encourage dialogue and knowledge-sharing.
Interaction will be facilitated through a well-coordinated setup that includes real-time video and audio feeds for both onsite and online participants. Dedicated moderators for both onsite and online participants will ensure that questions, comments, and discussions from all attendees are seamlessly integrated. Clear communication channels, such as chat functions and Q&A segments, will be used to ensure online attendees have equal opportunity to participate. The session will be designed to balance the needs of both onsite and online participants. This will involve careful planning of session timings, ensuring that speaker presentations are clear and accessible via screen-sharing platforms for online viewers, and that the audio-visual quality in the room supports both physical and virtual attendees. Tools such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams will be utilized for online participation, integrated with Powerpoint presentation.
Digital Government Authority KSA
DGA PwC - as the consulting company supporting in the organization of the session
Mr. Fawaz Alanazi Dr. Areej Alfaraj Ms. Bayan Alghuraybi
4.5
8.5
9.c
10.2
11.7
16.7
Targets: 4.5: The study emphasizes digital literacy programs tailored for people with disabilities, promoting equal access to education through digital means. 8.5: The study discusses how digital technologies can provide job opportunities for individuals with disabilities, supporting economic empowerment. 9.c: The study highlights efforts to provide accessible ICT infrastructure, particularly for people with disabilities, promoting inclusivity in digital services. 10.2: The study focuses on reducing digital inequalities by ensuring accessibility for marginalized groups, especially people with disabilities. 11.7: While the study is digital-focused, its principles of ensuring accessibility in digital environments can be extended to physical spaces, aligning with this goal of inclusivity. 16.7: The study emphasizes civic participation through digital access, allowing marginalized populations, including people with disabilities, to engage with government services and democratic processes.