APCICT Publications

This module introduces the theory and practice of climate resilient development and provides an overview of how ICTs can be used to enhance climate resilient development. It aims to raise awareness on the role of ICT practitioners in addressing climate change and to build understanding on climate resilient development, adaptation and mitigation. Designed for ICT policymakers and technical…

The Academy module on "Cross-Sectoral Infrastructure Sharing for Broadband" aims to foster a better understanding and appreciation of cross-sectoral infrastructure sharing that supports broadband connectivity to reach the unconnected. It introduces the concept of cross-sectoral infrastructure sharing and how suitable strategies can be leveraged to expand the reach of broadband connectivity to the…

The last two decades have seen a rapid societal transformation in the way information is processed and consumed. Digital technologies are now playing a catalyzing role in the digitization of services to citizens and are being used in multiple functions across Governments. This module provides an overview of how digital technologies can be used to improve the quality of governance and, in turn,…

The module provides an overview of concepts and standards of Information Security and Privacy Protection and discusses the requirements for the establishment and implementation of policies on information security, as well as the life cycle of information security policy. It aims to equip Government officials and civil servants with the knowledge and tools to assess existing information security…

This module provides an overview of the intersections between Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), drawing attention to the various dimensions and sectors in which ICTs can provide valuable support through national governments’ policies, plans and programmes. By exploring case studies of ICT applications in key sectors of development from…

The Briefing Note Series aims to provide at-a-glance information of key ICTD issues for policymakers, and facilitate their understanding of the potential of ICT when formulating national development policies and programmes.The most recent Briefing Note focuses on policy considerations drawn from the "ICT for Disaster Risk Management" Academy module.

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have tremendous potential in disaster risk reduction due to their ability to facilitate the rapid flow of information instantly and continuously, in real-time. The use of ICTs in all phases of the disaster risk management cycle presents substantial opportunities to reduce disaster risks, enhance resilience, and facilitate inclusive preparedness…

The Briefing Note Series aims to provide at-a-glance information of key ICTD issues for policymakers, and facilitate their understanding of the potential of ICT when formulating national development policies and programmes.This Briefing Note focuses on policy considerations drawn from the "Social Media, Development and Governance" Academy module.

The rapid growth of social media has been influencing people worldwide in various aspects, be they social, economic, cultural or political. Against the backdrop of the global spread of social media, this Module, designed for government officials and policymakers, introduces the concept of social media; discusses the relationship between social media and society; examines the role social media…

The objective of this module is to inform policymakers and support their policymaking skills with gender-related knowledge to create an enabling environment for ICT-empowered women entrepreneurs. It is based on the WIFI Policymakers Module on "An Enabling Environment for Women Entrepreneurs". The contents, cases and examples were contextualized and specifically designed for Nepal.