01
10:00 – 10:25
Digital Red / Yellow / Green
Main Hall
Hosted byMVIGF
In-Person2026 Maldives IGF
19 September 2026
Villa College, Malé
About MVIGF 2026
Bridging Generations, Shaping the Digital Future of Maldives
MVIGF 2026 brings together the National IGF, the country's main multi-stakeholder platform on internet governance, and the first-ever Youth IGF Maldives, empowering young voices and building an inclusive digital future for all.
MVIGF 2026 Programme
Sessions & Conversations
Explore the discussions, ideas and perspectives shaping the digital future of the Maldives.
19 September 202619 Sep 2026
10:00 AM — 6:00 PM10 AM — 6 PM
Villa College, Malé
MVIGF 2026 Sessions
18 sessions#
Time
Session
Hosted By
Location
Format
01
10:00 – 10:25
Digital Red / Yellow / Green
MVIGF
Main Hall
In-Person
02
10:30 – 11:10
Creators in the Digital Economy
SparkHub
Main Hall
In-Person
03
10:30 – 11:30
Digital Harm and Impact on Mental Health of Young People
UNDP
Classroom 1
In-Person
04
11:30 – 12:10
The Development and Future of Telecommunications in the Maldives
Communications Authority of Maldives
Main Hall
In-Person
05
13:00 – 13:20
A Cautionary Tale of Data Protection and Privacy, and Right to Information
Transparency Maldives
Main Hall
In-Person
06
13:00 – 14:00
Who Gets to Shape the Digital Maldives We Want?
VIZNUNO
Classroom 1
In-Person
07
13:25 – 14:05
Legal Boundaries Around Data-Sharing, Data Protection and Digital Trust
Maldives Digital Services
Main Hall
In-Person
08
13:30 – 14:30
Role of Women in Building the Digital Future of Maldives
Women in Tech Maldives
Classroom 2
Online
09
14:00 – 15:00
Responsible AI Governance in Action: Can We Trust AI?
Oxiqa
Classroom 1
In-Person
10
14:10 – 14:20
Can We Still Trust What We See and Hear Online?
Youth / Tech Community
Main Hall
In-Person
11
15:00 – 16:00
What Would Make Us Trust a National Digital ID?
Youth / Tech Community
Classroom 2
In-Person
12
15:10 – 15:20
Managing the Next Generation of Accessible Web
Javaabu & BVISM
Main Hall
In-Person
13
15:25 – 15:40
Online Safety & AI Risk Mitigation Initiative
Maldives Police Service
Main Hall
In-Person
14
15:30 – 16:30
What to Hand to AI & How to Check It
Nageeth
Classroom 1
Online / In-Person
15
15:45 – 16:00
Who Answers When the Software Decides?
Nexia
Main Hall
In-Person
16
16:00 – 16:40
Beyond the Black Mirror: The Human Side of an AI-Assisted Life
MINDCO
Main Hall
In-Person
17
16:45 – 16:55
Ransomware Readiness in Maldives: Simple Steps for Protection and Recovery
Villa College
Main Hall
In-Person
18
17:00 – 18:00
MVIGF Town Hall — What Should Maldives Do Next?
MVIGF
Main Hall
In-Person
02
10:30 – 11:10
Creators in the Digital Economy
Main Hall
Hosted bySparkHub
In-Person03
10:30 – 11:30
Digital Harm and Impact on Mental Health of Young People
Classroom 1
Hosted byUNDP
In-Person04
11:30 – 12:10
The Development and Future of Telecommunications in the Maldives
Main Hall
Hosted byCommunications Authority of Maldives
In-Person05
13:00 – 13:20
A Cautionary Tale of Data Protection and Privacy, and Right to Information
Main Hall
Hosted byTransparency Maldives
In-Person06
13:00 – 14:00
Who Gets to Shape the Digital Maldives We Want?
Classroom 1
Hosted byVIZNUNO
In-Person07
13:25 – 14:05
Legal Boundaries Around Data-Sharing, Data Protection and Digital Trust
Main Hall
Hosted byMaldives Digital Services
In-Person08
13:30 – 14:30
Role of Women in Building the Digital Future of Maldives
Classroom 2
Hosted byWomen in Tech Maldives
Online09
14:00 – 15:00
Responsible AI Governance in Action: Can We Trust AI?
Classroom 1
Hosted byOxiqa
In-Person10
14:10 – 14:20
Can We Still Trust What We See and Hear Online?
Main Hall
Hosted byYouth / Tech Community
In-Person11
15:00 – 16:00
What Would Make Us Trust a National Digital ID?
Classroom 2
Hosted byYouth / Tech Community
In-Person12
15:10 – 15:20
Managing the Next Generation of Accessible Web
Main Hall
Hosted byJavaabu & BVISM
In-Person13
15:25 – 15:40
Online Safety & AI Risk Mitigation Initiative
Main Hall
Hosted byMaldives Police Service
In-Person14
15:30 – 16:30
What to Hand to AI & How to Check It
Classroom 1
Hosted byNageeth
Online / In-Person15
15:45 – 16:00
Who Answers When the Software Decides?
Main Hall
Hosted byNexia
In-Person16
16:00 – 16:40
Beyond the Black Mirror: The Human Side of an AI-Assisted Life
Main Hall
Hosted byMINDCO
In-Person17
16:45 – 16:55
Ransomware Readiness in Maldives: Simple Steps for Protection and Recovery
Main Hall
Hosted byVilla College
In-Person18
17:00 – 18:00
MVIGF Town Hall — What Should Maldives Do Next?
Main Hall
Hosted byMVIGF
In-PersonRegistration Closed
Online Registration is Closed
If you are still interested, please walk in to the venue, register, and join the conversations.
Walk-in registration available at the venue
Session Formats
Panel Discussions
A moderated conversation with experts sharing insights on specific topics
Workshops
Interactive sessions where participants actively engage in problem-solving and learning.
Fireside Chats
Informal, one-on-one discussions with thought leaders or experts.
Roundtables
Small group discussions focusing on specific issues, encouraging participant interaction.
Webinars
Online presentations with opportunities for Q&A and interactive elements.
Debates
Structured discussions with opposing viewpoints to explore different perspectives.
Case Studies
Presentations of real-world examples and experiences for practical insights.
Networking Sessions
Opportunities for attendees to connect and discuss topics informally.
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