http://laurent.tigblog.org/ What's on the minds of young leaders from around the globe? en-us http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/16942
I'd like to inform you that a new Center for Advanced Studies on ICTSociety (ICTS Center) has been newly established in Salzburg, Austria.

If you're interested in doing research on this topic in one of the nicest spots in Europe ("the city of Mozart"), please check out the center's website:
http://www.icts.sbg.ac.at]]> Thu, 27 May 2004 15:24:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/16942 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/15998
One of his first projects he announced to set up after his appointment at July 8th, is the "Digital Hofburg" (where Hofburg is the name of the President's residence at the Palace of Vienna). With the initiative he wants to increase digital communication, civic engagement and public information.

This finally gives hope for further long awaited e-society/e-democracy commitment from public bodies.

Yes, that's really something to celebrate!]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2004 03:58:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/15998 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/13522
The reason for me being here is that I'm doing a trip through some countries of the region to learn more about the strategic use of ICTs, especially for development. This will be part of my doctoral thesis that I'm working on at my university in Austria. Thanks to the generous support of my supervisor I can dp research within Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore and Taiwan.

Since cultures and therefore behaviour, beliefs, dogmas, tabus and moral values differ it will give me the opportunity to have a look behind the fence, related to doing research from the desk.

Whoever would like to share his/her experiences or interests with me, you're welcome!

More will appear on my private updates.

Sawadee krap,
Laurent]]> Thu, 15 Jan 2004 09:41:00 EST http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/13522 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/13049
http://www.ericblumrich.com/rm/shoot_pc.ram (real video)

I´ve seen this today, it´s Christmas time .... :(]]> Wed, 24 Dec 2003 15:55:00 EST http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/13049 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12511
http://www.digitalpartners.org/home.html -> listen to Jose-Maria Figueres, former President of Costa Rica, on the importance of DP to help youth.

ICT is about Empowerment!]]> Tue, 02 Dec 2003 08:49:00 EST http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12511 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12493
"Information and communication technologies play a major role in the future of our societies, especially in education, culture, democratic participation, economic development and more besides.

Local authorities have a decisive role to play in all these areas. Whether in schools, access and training to learn these technologies, or co-operation and development aid, it is in local programmes that the battle to make the potential of electronic networks and their uses benefit the largest number of people becomes a reality. [...]"

http://www.cities-lyon.org/en

So, if it is like that, what´s the reason for not supporting this development much, much more?]]> Mon, 01 Dec 2003 18:36:00 EST http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12493 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12237
Unlike previous indices that have focused solely on infrastructure and Internet penetration, this index attempts to factor in education levels and affordability as well!

"Until now, limited infrastructure has often been regarded as the main barrier to bridging the Digital Divide," says Michael Minges of the Market, Economics and Finance Unit at ITU. "Our research, however, suggests that affordability and education are equally important factors."

Countries were ranked on a score of 0 to 1.0, then sorted into four categories: high access, upper access, medium access and low access. Northern European countries and Korean ranked the highest overall, while West African nations ranked the lowest.

=> Another interesting aspect, which a lot of people seem not to be aware of:

The results suggest that English is no longer a decisive factor in quick technology adoption, especially as more content is made available in other languages!

http://www.itu.int/newsroom/press_releases/2003/30.html
]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2003 06:43:00 EST http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12237 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12195
People in the UK are not only marching on the streets for demonstrations, they are also starting to "chase" Bush by using ICTs.

It´s argumented that big media enterprises do not show protests (i.e. BBC America) so the public needs to make its own media.

I think this will take us to a new discussion about media, democracy, power, security, and ethics co-relations.

http://www.interwebnet.org]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2003 05:24:00 EST http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12195 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12156
http://www.bancruelfarms.org/meatrix/]]> Tue, 18 Nov 2003 02:01:00 EST http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12156 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12094 Paris, prizes of 2,000 or 1,000 euros, and field visits to Bank projects.

Essays should reflect on concrete proposals to reduce world poverty and share new thinking on the role of Europeans in development, as well as advocate greater European commitment in this domain. Deadline for submissions is February 29.

http://www.essaycompetition.org/
]]> Sat, 15 Nov 2003 11:05:00 EST http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/12094 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/11614
therefore i´d be interested especially in (multi-purpose) community technology centers, library involvement and other local/regional access points that could lead to a "networking society".

please tell me your ideas and/or web links which can be considered as best practice projects.

you will find the final presentation at the end of november at my website: http://www.straskraba.net (in german language)

thank you in advance,

laurent]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2003 05:05:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/11614 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/10814
Check out the Vilnius declaration to see the outcome:
http://www.witfor.lt/?page=365info=20

Let´s achieve E-QUALITY :)]]> Fri, 05 Sep 2003 10:57:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/10814 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/9668
The Computer Clubhouse is an after-school learning environment where underprivileged youth aged 10-21 do computer-based projects inspired by their own interests. The youth involved in this program are able to do projects related to graphic design, animation, photography, video production and music with the help of adult mentors. This program is based on the original Computer Clubhouse as developed by Museum of Science, Boston and MIT Media Lab. It has now been replicated in over 60 locations all over the world.

This Computer Clubhouse is the first of its kind in Southeast Asia. It is being funded by Intel and managed by the Ayala Foundation, Inc.

http://www.ayalafoundation.org/intel/

What do you think about the idea? What would you expect as possible outcome? What are the positive results in your opinion? What could be the negative ones?

Additional, I would like to know whether there are any people at TIG or around who are working in similar institutions. Any suggestions?

Thank you for your commitment in advance.]]> Sat, 28 Jun 2003 07:41:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/9668 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/9573
Information and communication systems forming a global network are having a profound influence on the tourism and leisure industry. Reservation systems, distributed multi-media systems, mobile working places and electronics markets are notable results of this development.

Advances in the use and development of tools, technologies and methodologies that have facilitated the efficient networking of information systems in the tourism industry and their economic and organisational impacts are to be discussed within the federation. Members of IFITT are either persons working in this area or organisations, companies and research institutes (institutional members).

check it out: http://www.ifitt.org]]> Sun, 22 Jun 2003 19:21:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/9573 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/9449
"There are two lasting bequests we can give our children:
One is Roots. The other is Wings."
Carter Hodding, Jnr.

CIDA focuses on keeping costs to a minimum without compromising quality. This is done through innovation.

Our focus is on producing a graduate for under R 15 000 (US$ 1 500) for the combined four years tuition, including books and materials.

A worldwide trend is emerging towards free provision of quality distance education via Internet, satellite and other media. We wish to provide the infrastructure, technology, materials and educational support required to offer this world-class tertiary education.

CIDA uses an innovative educational approach where students attend classes for 8 to 9 hours per day, as well as attending remedial classes on Saturdays.

Further, CIDA’s unique holistic educational methods and remedial programmes, including the inner development of the consciousness of every student are leading to remarkable pass rates and a wide range of other successful outcomes.

The education offered is designed to be relevant, cutting-edge, extremely holistic in its nature, and involves business and corporate professionals in the design and delivery of all programmes, including Price Waterhouse Coopers for Accountancy, Monitor Company for Strategy, Gemini Consulting for Operations Management etc.

CIDA has developed a model of providing a "Human Interface to Technology-Based Learning" which provides the use of high technology in the learning environment in a way that still encourages the student and develops confidence and success. Leading international educators have hailed CIDA’s innovative approach. This is highly intensive contact education where every student is cared for through CIDA’s unique facilitation system.

The institution operates using a unique win-win partnership model with several major South African corporations. Investec Bank has been a major corporate partner providing R 3 million support annually to cover the operating costs of the campus, and support in the areas of lecturing and IT. Other sponsors include First National Bank, MTN, African Bank, CorpCapital Bank, RMB, Anglo American, Deutsche Bank, Dimension Data and Edgars Group, among several others.

http://www.cida.co.za/]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2003 04:54:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/9449 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/9045
Every year, Proday is focusing on the topic of the ongoing UN-World Summit - Proday 2003 is therefore oriented towards the "World Summit on Information Society", that is taking place in December 2003 in Geneva, Switzerland.

The use of ICTs holds enormous potentials for education and sustainable development. The "Digital Divide" that is opening up between today's "haves" and "have nots" has to been overcome in order to make the Information Society a fair and sustainable one and enable contributions from all people. Proday uses the information and communication technologies in its school-partnerships to overcome the digital divide. All interested students, teachers and schools are invited to participate and shape their future.

get involved: http://www.proday.net]]> Mon, 19 May 2003 04:40:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/9045 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/9019
In a recent paper, Berkman Fellow Jim Moore argues that the Internet has facilitated the growth of a "Second Superpower" constituted by the citizenry of the world who are concerned with issues of "social development, environmentalism, health, and human rights."

http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/people/jmoore/secondsuperpower.html

It´s also very interesting to know who this guy is:
http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/people/moore.html]]> Sat, 17 May 2003 02:11:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/9019 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/8987
Belta Desktop model for 10,900 Baht (US$256).

All types with Thai LINUX version.

http://asia.cnet.com/newstech/systems/0,39001153,39129420,00.htm]]> Thu, 15 May 2003 08:38:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/8987 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/8973
It will focus on these three topics (at the beginning):

- Knowledge societies
- Access/barriers
- Gender issues

Check out the homepage of the forum - and JOIN!

http://www.dgroups.org/groups/IS]]> Wed, 14 May 2003 10:14:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/8973 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/8691
check it out:
http://projects.takingitglobal.org/tigaid]]> Thu, 24 Apr 2003 13:38:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/8691 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/8563
http://www.aec.at/en/center/project.asp?iProjectID=11026

BTW: Ever thought about visiting Linz but never did so? Well, this could give you a reason ;)]]> Mon, 14 Apr 2003 10:47:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/8563 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/8562
http://www.hbfasia.org/art/exhibit.htm

It´s about how we see the world and what we are heading for. Take a look!]]> Mon, 14 Apr 2003 10:34:00 EDT http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/8562 48.3 14.348.314.3 http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/7808
Is anybody involved or do you know any reference? Thank you very much for collaboration in advance.

Laurent
(TIG member profile 10998)]]> Fri, 21 Feb 2003 19:39:00 EST http://laurent.tigblog.org/post/7808 48.3 14.348.314.3