International Day of Science, Technology, and Innovation for the South

OSPOs for Good to showcase the value of Open Source Program Offices (OSPOs) in advancing sustainable development and digital transformation. Through panels, case studies, and expert discussions, the event highlights best practices to accelerate open source adoption across UN agencies, governments, and private sector institutions. OSPOs for Good will mobilize the open source ecosystem to drive capacity building and global knowledge sharing. Opening Keynotes Open Source and Digital Sovereignty in a Connected World UN Open Source Week 2026 is the premier global forum for advancing open source collaboration in direct support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Digital Compact. The event demonstrates how open source drives digital cooperation, fosters innovation, and enables sustainable public infrastructure, turning ideas into practical impact. Through panels, workshops, hackathons, and community-led events, participants will connect to discuss real-world solutio...

This event positions Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) as a critical enabler of the digital economy and broader digital transformation. By aligning operational strategies with national priorities, DPI Day promotes the inclusive design, implementation, and long-term sustainability of DPI projects. Participants will discuss how to translate the commitments made in the Global Digital Compact, which include investments in DPI and Safeguards, into concrete action. DPI for Inclusive Growth Closing Remarks UN Open Source Week 2026 is the premier global forum for advancing open source collaboration in direct support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Digital Compact. The event demonstrates how open source drives digital cooperation, fosters innovation, and enables sustainable public infrastructure, turning ideas into practical impact. Through panels, workshops, hackathons, and community-led events, participants will connect to discuss real-world solutions and gain ...

This event positions Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) as a critical enabler of the digital economy and broader digital transformation. By aligning operational strategies with national priorities, DPI Day promotes the inclusive design, implementation, and long-term sustainability of DPI projects. Participants will discuss how to translate the commitments made in the Global Digital Compact, which include investments in DPI and Safeguards, into concrete action. Opening Keynotes Turning Global Commitments into Action UN Open Source Week 2026 is the premier global forum for advancing open source collaboration in direct support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Digital Compact. The event demonstrates how open source drives digital cooperation, fosters innovation, and enables sustainable public infrastructure, turning ideas into practical impact. Through panels, workshops, hackathons, and community-led events, participants will connect to discuss real-world solut...

Open Source for AI and Emerging Technologies (Open Source x AI) assesses the potential of open source as a gateway to establishing a sustainable AI future. Through the examination of topics such as open hardware and open robots, the Day aims to bridge digital divides, promote responsible AI development, and build AI capacity. Opening Keynotes and Fireside Chat Open Source and Artificial Intelligence High-Level Discussion: Open Source for Digital Development Open Source and Emerging Technologies UN Open Source Week 2026 is the premier global forum for advancing open source collaboration in direct support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Digital Compact. The event demonstrates how open source drives digital cooperation, fosters innovation, and enables sustainable public infrastructure, turning ideas into practical impact. Through panels, workshops, hackathons, and community-led events, participants will connect to discuss real-world solutions and gain actionab...

   Open Source for AI and Emerging Technologies (Open Source x AI) assesses the potential of open source as a gateway to establishing a sustainable AI future. Through the examination of topics such as open hardware and open robots, the Day aims to bridge digital divides, promote responsible AI development, and build AI capacity. Open Agents Closing Discussion: Openness for Digital Cooperation UN Open Source Week 2026 is the premier global forum for advancing open source collaboration in direct support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Digital Compact. The event demonstrates how open source drives digital cooperation, fosters innovation, and enables sustainable public infrastructure, turning ideas into practical impact. Through panels, workshops, hackathons, and community-led events, participants will connect to discuss real-world solutions and gain actionable insights in topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) a...

 The STI Forum brings together a wide range of stakeholders from Member States, UN system, civil society, academia, private sector and various science and technology communities to help harness science, technology and innovation (STI) for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It has become a venue for facilitating the establishment of networks, for improving the science-policy interface, and for promoting development, transfer, and dissemination of technologies for the SDGs. Session 3: Shaping the future of science, technology and innovation for sustainable development in times of uncertainty and change. This forward-looking session will consider how science, technology, and innovation (STI) can help decisionmakers anticipate and respond to systemic risks to sustainable development in an era of rapid change. Discussions will address strengthening foresight, governance, trust, planning through STI roadmaps, and international cooperation to steer innovation, including A...