This instructor-led training course, Strategic Foresight 201, is all about helping acceleration centres understand how to plan for the future in a digital world. It focuses on trends in research readiness and is based on the Playbook for Strategic Foresight by the ITU/BDT Innovation and Entrepreneurship Alliance for Digital Development. Equipped with hypothetical case studies, this course is designed to speed up the change to digital technology, encourage new ideas, and support national growth goals.

The modules delivered under the course provide a blend of technical skills and soft skills with an aim to strengthen both digital and inter-personal skills of girls and young women. The course prepares participants to actively engage in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related initiatives and future career opportunities in the digital sector. It provides a practical approach with scenarios and case studies that foster innovation and creativity for continued learning on the use of digital technologies and how they can contribute to the digital ecosystem.

Artificial Intelligence is no longer evolving in isolation. Across the world of work, AI is increasingly interacting with robotics, extended realities, distributed ledgers, neurotechnologies, geodata, cybersecurity, biotechnology, and other emerging fields. AI+ explores the combined effect of these technologies on skills, labour markets, enterprises, policy, and learning. The event will bring together the ITCILO community and key labour market stakeholders to examine how these technological intersections are already reshaping the near future of work.

C4D offers a practical experience focused on equipping participants with essential tools and strategies for effective communication within the development sector. It covers key aspects such as strategic communication planning, where participants will learn to design and implement communication strategies that align with organizational goals. Additionally, the course emphasizes storytelling and content creation, helping participants develop the skills to craft engaging, human-centered narratives that resonate with their audience. It also explores best practices for using both online and offline communication channels to maximize the reach and impact of messages. Participants will gain exposure to the latest trends and innovative approaches in communication for development, enabling them to apply creative solutions in their work and drive positive change in their respective fields.