The United Nations Open Source United community and the Open Source Initiative (OSI) today announced that the OSI has become the first organization to officially endorse the UN Open Source Principles. The UN Open Source Principles, recently adopted by the UN Chief Executive Board's Digital Technology Network (DTN), provide guidelines to drive collaboration and Open Source adoption within the UN and globally.
About OICT
The Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT) enables a better, safer, more sustainable future through innovative technology. It is committed to ensuring colleagues all over the world have every tool necessary to succeed in their respective mandates.
All Secretariat entities report to Mr. Bernardo Mariano Jr., Chief Information Technology Officer, Assistant Secretary-General. The Office is headquartered in New York City.
#WomenInTech Campaign
Since launching the #WomenInTech campaign in March 2023, OICT has showcased the inspiring stories of of over 300 women working in technology across the United Nations, increasing the visibility of women within the tech landscape and inspiring global participation.
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Digital inclusion is a human right. Suzanne Shanahan, Chief, Enterprise Application Center, OICT, and UN Disability Inclusion Strategy Focal Point, breaks down why the Organization designs accessible tech to empower everyone, regardless of abilities.
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The United Nations C4ISR Academy for Peace Operations (UNCAP) is excited to launch the UNCAP Peacekeeper in Focus campaign.
Today, 20 November, marks GIS Day. This global event is dedicated to celebrating the power of geospatial data and technology while promoting awareness of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Geospatial, or location-based, data plays a critical role in addressing the world's most pressing challenges, particularly in relation to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
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The Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT) is leading the digital transformation of the Organization to enable a better, safer, more sustainable future through secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions. OICT is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for OICT positions. OICT supports the principles of work-life balance and flexible work arrangements.