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This section features articles that are meant to inform readers about perspectives, issues and debates around certain topics considered relevant within the ICT arena, as well as highlights about all those activities and themes that matter to the APC network and the spaces we engage in.

Presenting preview chapters from APC’s special GISWatch edition: WSIS+20: Reimagining horizons of dignity, equity and justice for our digital future 07 May 2024 By APCNews

This special edition GISWatch, produced with IT for Change and WACC, considers the importance of WSIS as an inclusive policy and governance mechanism, and what, from a civil society perspective, needs to change for it to meet the challenges of today and meaningfully shape our digital future.

Bangladesh NGOs Network for Radio and Communication joins the APC network: “We have maintained a strong and strategic relationship with APC for over 23 years” 02 May 2024 By APCNews

Meet Bangladesh NGOs Network for Radio and Communication (BNNRC), a Bangladesh-based organisation focused on media development and building the capacity of civil society organisations on digital transformation. 

Common Room joins the APC network: "Community network development for marginalised communities requires a long-term process"
Common Room joins the APC network: "Community network development for marginalised communities requires a long-term process" 02 May 2024 By APCNews

Meet the Common Room Networks Foundation, an Indonesia-based organisation committed to maintaining a space for freedom of expression and community empowerment that utilises arts and culture, ICTs and digital media.

Community networks newsletter: Why we need to rethink financing for connectivity to bridge the digital divide
Community networks newsletter: Why we need to rethink financing for connectivity to bridge the digital divide 25 April 2024 By APCNews

This issue brings together instances that show the success of community networks, but also some indicating that currently there is a gap, and help from a range of stakeholders is needed in order to successfully support communities to bridge the digital divide.

Interview with Open Net on their 10th anniversary: “We still believe in the power of the internet. The internet is the great equaliser and liberator”
Interview with Open Net on their 10th anniversary: “We still believe in the power of the internet. The internet is the great equaliser and liberator” 24 April 2024 By Gaurav Jain

APC member Open Net in South Korea recently celebrated its 10th anniversary. We interviewed them on this landmark occasion and how the organisation is reflecting on its decade of achievements to forge new paths ahead. 

Zimbabwe’s digital leap falls short in bridging access to justice gaps
Zimbabwe’s digital leap falls short in bridging access to justice gaps 15 April 2024 By Nompilo Simanje

The digitisation of Zimbabwe’s judiciary marks a significant stride forward in the nation’s digital transformation. However, there’s an immediate need for cross-sector collaboration to ensure that this advancement doesn’t restrict access to justice.

Civil society and governments agree on the urgent need for a feminist Global Digital Compact (GDC)
Civil society and governments agree on the urgent need for a feminist Global Digital Compact (GDC) 09 April 2024 By Francia Baltazarparra

At the United Nations’ Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), APC co-organised an event for advocacy around women’s rights in the digital sphere and the impact of the UN's Global Digital Compact (GDC) on the lives of women.

Safety for Voices: Call for applications for subgrants
Safety for Voices: Call for applications for subgrants 08 April 2024

These subgrants are designed to support the development and implementation of holistic safety strategies, including research, advocacy and capacity building, through initiatives that explore the intersections between technology and land and environmental issues.

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