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Maria Francesca Cristea

Head of Policy and Programs | Europlus - Centre of European Expertise Bucharest, Romania

Biography

Francesca is currently Head of Policy & Programs for Europuls – the European Expertise Center, being appointed to this position in September 2022. She coordinates and designs the programs, projects, and policy briefs and represents Europuls in debates with decision-makers. Her areas of expertise are youth policies, the adaptability of cities the fu

Sessions

14:15h

Thematic Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

A Digital Revolution Designed for All

Lolly Bowean The Ford Foundation Program Officer Chair

Verónica Gutierrez Polidura Ayuntamiento de Santander Directora de Innovación, Transformación Digital y Modernización Speaker

Maria Francesca Cristea Europlus - Centre of European Expertise Head of Policy and Programs Speaker

Gregori Mora Giga - International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Co-Lead, Giga Barcelona Technology Centre Speaker

#Digital Equality, #Digital Rights, #Gender Equality, #Minorities

07-11-2024 14:15 07-11-2024 15:00 Europe/Madrid A Digital Revolution Designed for All

What obstacles arise in urban environments that hinder digital equality and inclusion, and how can cities address them? In what ways are local governments promoting digital equity and social justice to ensure equal access to technology? This roundtable will explore the innovative strategies that cities are employing to bridge the digital divide, ensuring that all residents have equitable access to technology, digital literacy, and the opportunities they facilitate.

Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room

Thu 7 14:15h - 15:00h Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room Full Congress Pass