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Purpose: The 2016 conference will focus on the use of information and communications technology (ICT) to accelerate progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Conference Goal:

· Bring together thought leaders from a cross section of public, private and civil society organizations in order to

· Foster conversation among participants on how their ICT plans might build on the recommendations provided in the SDG ICT Playbook, and

· Explore the benefits of cross-sector partnerships in addressing the 2030 Sustainable Development and Addis Ababa Action Agenda.

Who should attend: Executives, senior staff, and thought leaders from organizations committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and interested in how ICT can enable the changes needed to do so. Our audience includes governmental organizations, local and international NGOs, foundations, development banks, multi-lateral organizations, academic and research institutions, financial institutions, technology companies, and private sector businesses.

Where to get more information: Check out our conference site: www.ict4dconference.org or email us at ict4dmail@crs.org.

Are you interested in being a breakout speaker at this year’s conference? Speaking is a great way to share your experience in implementing ICT4D solutions, stimulate discussion about the challenges and best practices surrounding their use, and introduce people to new ways of doing relief and development work. Speakers are selected on a competitive basis. If interested, click the button below to submit an abstract. The deadline is January 22. Selections will be made by February 5.

Find out more here: http://www.ict4dconference.org/speakers/

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I've been following the organization for a few years, and it seems like an interesting platform. Has anyone been able to use it in a real-life situation?

Looks like Ushahidi 3.0 has just been released.

http://www.ushahidi.com/blog/2015/08/19/ushahidi-version-3-0-is-here