IGF 2025 Open Forum #15 Building bridges for WSIS Plus : a multistakeholder dialogue

    Roundtable
    Duration (minutes): 90
    Format description: This Open Forum will be conducted as an interactive way, with a focus on open discussions and multistakeholder participation. The idea is to create a space for open discussions and provide a lot of feedback. since the topics adressed are quite large, having sufficient time is essential. The roundtable layout is to permit the open discussions where all participants are sitting together at the same level.
    Description
    As the WSIS+20 Review negotiations are approaching, this Open Forum will serve as a platform to bring together diverse stakeholders to discuss how to strengthen and update the WSIS framework into a "WSIS Plus" that is fit for purpose in addressing today's digital challenges. The session will focus on fostering inclusive, multistakeholder dialogue to ensure that the WSIS+20 Review process delivers a framework that is responsive to the needs of all stakeholders, integrates the Global Digital Compact (GDC) commitments, and addresses emerging digital governance issues. The Open Forum will be conducted in an open, brainstorming-style format, encouraging broad participation and open discussions. It will provide a space for stakeholders to share their perspectives, identify key priorities together, and hopefully propose actionable recommendations for a strengthened WSIS Plus framework.

    This Open Forum will be conducted as an interactive way, with a focus on open discussions and multistakeholder participation. The session will include: • Opening Remarks: Brief introductions by moderators and key stakeholders, including updates on the WSIS+20 Review. • Open floor discussion on: A facilitated open discussion where all participants can share views, ask questions and propose recommendations on: o Strengthening multistakeholder engagement o Addressing subject matter gaps in the WSIS architecture o Addressing institutional gaps in the WSIS architecture • Closing Remarks: Summarize key takeaways of the discissions.
    Organizers
    Swiss government, Federal Office of Communications OFCOM
    Isabelle Lois, OFCOM, Goverment, WEOG
    Speakers
    - Jorge Cancio / Isabelle Lois not confirmed : - Sally Wentworth - Xiao Zhang - Flavio Wagner - Min Jiang - Valeria Betancourt - Cynthia Lesufi - Juan Fernandez - Maria Fernanda Garza
    Onsite Moderator
    Isabelle Lois (Swiss OFCOM)
    Online Moderator
    Isabelle Lois (Swiss OFCOM)
    Rapporteur
    Isabelle Lois
    SDGs
    16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions


    Targets: This session proposal aligns closely with SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) by fostering inclusive, multistakeholder dialogue on digital governance, which is essential for building transparent, accountable, and effective institutions in the digital age.