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.
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Topic & Session Proposal Submission
Call for Topics and Session Proposals
The Maldives Internet Governance Forum (Maldives IGF) invites stakeholders from government, private sector, civil society, academia, the technical community, youth, and international organizations to contribute to the programme.
We welcome ideas, perspectives, and proposals that help shape discussions on Internet governance, digital policy, technology, and the future of the digital ecosystem in the Maldives.
Submit a Topic
Do you have an issue, challenge, opportunity, or emerging trend that should be discussed at Maldives IGF?
Topic submissions help identify issues that are important to the community and can inform the development of the programme.
Topics may be submitted:
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Submit a Session Proposal
Individuals and organizations are invited to propose sessions for inclusion in the Maldives IGF programme.
Sessions may take the form of
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Review Process
All submissions will be reviewed by the Maldives IGF Programme Committee. Proposals will be assessed based on relevance, diversity of perspectives, alignment with event themes, and overall programme balance.
The Programme Committee may contact proposers for additional information, suggest modifications, or combine similar submissions to strengthen the programme.
We encourage contributions from all stakeholder groups and welcome both experienced and first-time contributors. Help shape the conversations that will define the future of the Internet and digital development in the Maldives.
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.