1. POLICY MAKERS & REGULATORS’ FORUM

The policy and regulatory imperatives for an environment of rapid technological innovation and the convergence of formerly distinct disciplines are addressed in this Forum. It considers the transformational potential of new Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) as a means to foster sustainable economic and social development.

2. SME BUSINESS FORUM

This forum considers key areas for redefining small business and how existing ICT tools can be used in small and medium size businesses to improve their efficiency and extend their reach to markets which could not be tapped in the traditional ways. Particular applications for research, accounting, procurement, inventory management, marketing and customer service are explored.

3. THE INTERNET GOVERNANCE FORUM

The value of the Internet and how the global decision making process operates by engagement of all stakeholders are discussed in this Forum. The value of Generic Top Level domain names and the options for the management of these resources at the country level are explored along with the imminent exhaustion of the IPv4 numbering and naming system which will be replaced by IPv6.

4. NETWORK OPERATORS’ FORUM

This forum seeks to facilitate the collaborative work of operators in the establishment of Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) and Computer Emergency Response Teams (CERTS) and in the work of a Caribbean Network Operators’ Group (CARIBNOG). It also presents new technologies and addresses network security issues.

5. ICT INNOVATOR’S FORUM

ICT Innovation is showcased in this forum which presents a variety of opportunities for the effective use of ICT. It promotes a better understanding of the innovation ecosystem. Practitioners in the field share their experiences and discuss the prerequisites to encourage innovation and the use of the technologies to advance the region to higher levels of prosperity.

6. YOUTH FORUM

The keen affinity of youth to ICT is as a motivator for innovation in this forum which deals with issues directly focused on the youth. Dangers in cyberspace are discussed and instructions for content creation are given.

7. CTU AND PARTNERS AT YOUR SERVICE

The respective roles and work of the CTU and its partners are presented in this forum which makes a case for Caribbean ICT stakeholders to participate in the activities of regional and international ICT organisations.

8. THE BANKS AND BUSINESS FORUM

This forum explores banking tools available to small and medium size enterprises and the benefits of ICT tools in banking and business.

9. COMMUNITY OUTREACH

The Roadshow visits selected communities to discuss the potential of ICT to enhance lives. The capabilities of mobile phones are demonstrated and the efficiencies that can be achieved are discussed. Participants have the opportunity to seek answers for ICT-related questions in an informal setting.

10.HOT SEAT DISCUSSION PANEL

Issues of national importance are discussed by stakeholders with a direct interest in the selected topic. The panels are configured to ventilate concerns, present perspectives and identify challenges, to arrive at consensus on the solution.