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In times of emergencies we need access to information to save lives. On the International Day for Universal Access to Information, UNESCO affirms and reiterates the urgency to respect and maintain the right to information, especially amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
Join Access Info Europe, UNESCO and other civil society organisations in celebrating the IDUAI 2020–Saving lives, Building Trust, Bringing Hope! and don’t miss the Open Talks webinar Access to Information, Transparency and Openness: Taking Forward Agenda 2030 in Times of Crisis.
What’s it about?
How can access to information legislations help governments navigate times of crisis? What roles do legislations play in saving lives and reducing inequalities in the face of emergencies? This webinar will address the vital role of access to information in preventing and mitigating risks related to crises.
Who is this for? This webinar is aimed at:
• Civil society working on right of access to information, transparency, anti-corruption / integrity / accountability, open data, and participation.
• Civil society working in other areas where questions of open government are relevant, in particular health and social issues impacted by pandemic.
• OGP Governments – Points of Contact and other government officials working on open government at the national level.
• Other intergovernmental organisations, relevant officials/departments: OECD, Council of Europe, World Bank, OSCE, OAS, plus the European Union.
• Academics working on related topics.
• Journalists covering themes of transparency, open government.
Access to Information, Transparency and Openness: Taking Forward Agenda 2030 in Times of Crisis
28 September 2020 • 16:00 CEST
#AccessToInfoDay #RightToKnow
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