“Information and Communication’s Technology (ICT) is one of the most potent forces in shaping the twenty-first century. Its revolutionary impact affects the way people live, learn, and work and the way government interacts with civil society.” -Eleanor E. Fink, World Bank Group 3.1 TakingITGlobal.org

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Involve Sign Up Inform Inspire ICTs TakingITGlobal.org is an online community that connects youth to find inspiration, access information, get involved, and take action in their local and global communities. TIG’s mission is to provide opportunities for learning, capacity-building, cross-cultural awareness and self-development through the use of Information and Communication Technologies.

ICTs DEFINITION: technologies that facilitate communication and make processing and transmitting information electronically easy. Examples of ICTs include computers, Internet, satellite communications, digital radio/TV, etc.). NETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES: Internet and a broad array of Internet- based applications. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES: computer hardware, software, and peripherals, and computer literacy. TELECOMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES: telephone systems, radio and television broadcasting, satellites, mobile telephony, and other broadband connectivity CIDA, 2007.

ICTs Are Useful For … * Communication: quick and easy sharing of information and knowledge. * Productivity: getting more done, faster. * Accountability: making organizations, governments, corporations and the people who run them responsible for their actions. * Inclusivity: getting better access for ALL people to services, information, knowledge, and resources. * Empowerment: giving voices to young people about issues that are important to them. CIDA, 2007.

Inspire TIG’s vision is of a world where young people are more engaged in their communities on local, national, and international levels. TIG provides the tools and the space for young people around the world to be heard, to hear others and share their ideas! HOW? See how others are expressing themselves in the ‘Global Gallery.’ Make connections with youth from all over the world with similar interests and passions. Find inspiration for potential projects. Make Some Noise video:

Inform TIG provides opportunities for learning, building new skills, cross-cultural awareness and self-development through the use of ICTs. HOW Understand local, regional and global issues. Explore the world using the information compiled about every country. Browse organizations around the world that are making important changes. Access toolkits and publications compiled by TIG and its partners.

Involve Using the power of social networks and digital media, TIG has created tools for learning, collaboration, dialogue and action that are completely interactive. HOW Join groups that are active in your area of interest. Participate in or host an open forum. Become an local advocate for your cause. Sign a petition. Plan or facilitate an upcoming event. Become a TIG ambassador.

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