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Global Call for People-Centered Digital Governance Unites Voices

1/29/2025

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At the 2024 Internet Governance Forum, a chorus of voices called on governments to embrace a people-centered vision for the information society. They stressed the need to weave the Global Digital Compact into the World Summit on the Information Society, aiming to bolster digital cooperation, uphold human rights, and drive progress towards Sustainable Development Goals. Strengthening the IGF's role is vital for fostering effective collaboration among all stakeholders.

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At the 2024 Internet Governance Forum, a chorus of voices called on governments to embrace a people-centered vision for the information society. They stressed the need to weave the Global Digital Compact into the World Summit on the Information Society, aiming to bolster digital cooperation, uphold human rights, and drive progress towards Sustainable Development Goals. Strengthening the IGF's role is vital for fostering effective collaboration among all stakeholders.