15th-19th December 2024
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
19th Internet Governance Forum (IGF)
The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) is a global, open and inclusive platform for multi-stakeholder policy dialogue on internet related issues, with special emphasis on the complementarity between all stakeholders involved. It was Established by the United Nations World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) in 2006. The mandates of the forum is to bring all stakeholders to address key challenges and opportunities in the digital era.
The meeting is held under the overarching theme of “Building our Multi-stakeholder Digital Future”.
IGF Riyadh 2024 Agenda is shaped according to the four main themes:
01. Harnessing innovation and balancing risks in the digital space.
02. Enhancing the digital contribution to peace, development, and sustainability.
03. Advancing human rights and inclusion in the digital age.
04. Improving digital governance for the Internet We Want.
18th December, 2024
Ryhad, Saudi Arabia
IGF 2024 WS #190 Securing critical infrastructure in cyber: Who and how?
As part of the Internet Governance Forum 2024 (IGF) in Riyadh and aligned with the pillar for enhancing the digital contribution to peace development and stability, this roundtable session brings together diverse stakeholders to address critical policy questions on safeguarding critical infrastructure. Moderated by Vladimir Radunovic and Anastasiya Kazakova, with support from rapporteur Bojana Kovac, the session is organized in a 90-minute roundtable format, emphasizing inclusivity and dynamic engagement through a circular seating arrangement and scenario-based interactions.
Participants explore strategies to strengthen international cooperation on minimum cybersecurity measures, integrate emerging technologies like AI into existing protection frameworks, and enhance information sharing across stakeholders. Attendees actively contribute insights toward the next chapter of the Geneva Manual, focusing on implementing cyber norms and confidence-building measures (CBMs), identifying challenges, and highlighting best practices.
Key outcomes include the development of an implementation checklist for norms and CBMs, actionable recommendations for critical infrastructure protection, and a deeper understanding of the roles and responsibilities of non-state stakeholders. The session equips participants with practical tools and knowledge to enhance cybersecurity and resilience, encouraging collaboration and innovation in addressing evolving cyber threats.
2nd-6th December, 2024
New York, United States
9th Substantive Session – U.N. OEWG on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025
The 9th Substantive Session of the U.N. Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) on Security of and in the Use of Information and Communications Technologies (2021-2025) is convened in accordance with the letter on the Proposed Schedule of OEWG Meetings 2023-2025 from Burhan Gafoor, Chair of the OEWG and representative of the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Singapore to the U.N., sent on 17 August 2023.
In 2020, the General Assembly through resolution 75/240, established a new five-year open-ended working group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021–2025. The group is mandated to further develop the rules, norms and principles of responsible behaviour of States; to consider initiatives of States aimed at ensuring security in the use of information and communications technologies; to establish, under the auspices of the United Nations, regular institutional dialogue with the broad participation of States; to continue to study, with a view to promoting common understandings, existing and potential threats in the sphere of information security, inter alia, data security, and possible cooperative measures to prevent and counter such threats, and how international law applies to the use of information and communications technologies by States, as well as confidence-building measures and capacity-building.
28th November, 2024
Livingstone, Zambia
2024 FIRST & AfricaCERT Symposium: Africa and Arab Regions
The 2024 FIRST & AfricaCERT Symposium for the African and Arab Regions will take place from November 26–28, 2024, at the AVANI Victoria Falls Resort in Livingstone, Zambia. This event is co-hosted by AfricaCERT, the Southern African Development Community (SADC), and the Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA).
The symposium will welcome global FIRST Member Teams and CSIRTs from the African and Arab regions, alongside network operators, anti-abuse teams, and other security professionals from these regions.
26th - 28th November, 2024
Ryhad, Saudi Arabia
Black Hat Middle East & Africa
Black Hat Middle East and Africa is a leading cybersecurity conference and exhibition held in Riyadh, KSA. The event brings together cybersecurity professionals, cutting-edge technologies, solution providers, and decision-makers from around the world, condensing several months of networking into just three days.
27th November, 2024
Ljubljana, Slovenia
ENISA Cybersecurity Awareness Raising Conference (1st Edit.) – Reframing Cybersecurity Awareness Raising
ENISA is pleased to announce its 1st Cybersecurity Awareness Raising Conference, which will be organised in collaboration with the Slovenian National SI-CERT, at CANKARJEV DOM, in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
The Conference is addressed to professionals of the public and private sector who are tasked with Cybersecurity Awareness Raising, either within their organisation or as an outside activity.
Participants will have the opportunity to acquaint themselves with cyber psychology and the current trends in approaching diverse target audiences; draw lessons from experience to this day; and learn about awareness raising best practices and gamified content.
22nd November, 2024
Geneva, Switzerland
2024 Innovations Dialogue: Quantum technologies and their implications for international peace and security
The 2024 Innovations Dialogue conference theme is Quantum Technologies and Their Implications for International Peace and Security. This topic is particularly timely, as the United Nations has declared 2025 the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. This global recognition highlights quantum science’s crucial contributions to technological advancement, sustainable development and equitable access to education and opportunities in this emerging field.
Launched in 2019 and organized by UNIDIR’s Security and Technology Programme, the Innovations Dialogue is one of our flagship annual events. It serves as a unique multi-stakeholder forum for examining developments in science and technology that have significant implications for international peace and security. Similarly established in 2019, GESDA is dedicated to addressing the intersection of science anticipation and global governance for multi-stakeholder action by bringing together experts from diverse geographical and professional backgrounds, including the diplomatic and policy communities, the scientific and technical sectors, industry, academia and civil society.
20th November, 2024
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
GFCE Africa Regional Meeting 2024
The GFCE Africa Regional Meeting 2024, hosted by the Global Forum on Cyber Expertise Africa Hub, will take place on November 20, 2024, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The gathering is scheduled in the margins of the Africa Internet Governance Forum 2024, with options for both in-person and virtual participation.
The GFCE Africa Regional Meeting aims to bring together all stakeholders in Cyber Capacity Building (CCB), including governments, inter-governmental organizations (IGOs), companies, academia, project implementers, and experts from Africa. The regional meeting will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing in CCB.
Check the registration page for more information!
20th November, 2024
Tallinn, Estonia
Tallinn Digital Summit (2024)
Hosted by the Estonian Prime Minister, the Tallinn Digital Summit 2024 brings together leaders from governments, international organizations, academia, and the private sector to tackle global challenges and shape a secure, prosperous, and sustainable digital future. Under the theme "Securing the Digital Tomorrow," the Summit addresses evolving geopolitical and technological dynamics, exploring critical issues such as cybersecurity, AI governance, digital resilience, and the role of partnerships in fostering innovation and inclusivity in an increasingly fragmented world.
12th-14th November, 2024
Madrid, Spain
Critical Infrastructure Protection & Resilience Europe Conference (CIPRE)
Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience Europe brings together leading stakeholders from industry, operators, agencies, and governments to collaborate on securing Europe. The conference will build on the themes of previous events to create a better understanding of the issues and the threats, facilitating the development of frameworks, good risk management, strategic planning, and implementation.
The conference will deliver discussion and thought provoking presentations on many of the serious critical infrastructure protection, management and security issues and challenges facing the industry.
• High level conference with leading industry speakers and professionals
• Learn from experiences and challenges from the infrastructure and security companies, agencies and commercial organisations
• Gain insight into national and regional policy and security developments in relation to CIP
• Constructive debate, educational opportunities and cooperation advocacy
• Share ideas and facilitate in valuable inter-departmental, government and agency cooperation
• Exhibition showcasing leading technologies and products
• Networking events and opportunities
