World Information Society Day, also known as World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, is observed annually on May 17th. It is a day designated by the United Nations (UN) to raise awareness about the role of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in promoting social and economic development and to address the digital divide.
The day was established by the UN General Assembly in 2006 to mark the anniversary of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), a two-phase UN conference held in 2003 and 2005. The WSIS aimed to address the challenges and opportunities of the information society, with a focus on harnessing the potential of ICTs to achieve sustainable development goals.
World Information Society Day aims to:
Promote inclusive information societies: Highlight the importance of providing equal access to information and communication technologies, bridging the digital divide, and ensuring that everyone can benefit from the opportunities offered by ICTs.
Advocate for ICT development: Raise awareness about the potential of ICTs in promoting economic growth, innovation, social inclusion, and cultural diversity. Encourage governments, organizations, and individuals to invest in the development and deployment of ICT infrastructure and services.
Foster digital literacy and skills: Emphasize the importance of digital literacy, education, and capacity-building to enable individuals to effectively and responsibly use ICTs, access information, and participate in the digital society.
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