Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 17 December 2024 – The United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) has actively participated in the 2024 UN Internet Governance Forum (UN-IGF), hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the theme "Building our Multistakeholder Digital Future." This year's forum focused on four critical themes: harnessing innovation and balancing risks in the digital space, enhancing the digital contribution to peace, development, and sustainability, advancing human rights and inclusion in the digital age, and improving digital governance for the internet we want.

Representing UNJSPF at the forum was Dino Cataldo Dell'Accio, Chief Information Officer, who serves as the Representative of the Inter-Governmental Organizations to the IGF Multi-stakeholders Advisory Group. Mr. Dell'Accio was actively involved in several key sessions:

• Open Forum #50: Digital Innovation and Transformation in the UN System
  Mr. Dell'Accio presented the UNJSPF Digital Solution for Proof-of-Life, showcasing the adoption of innovative technologies in support of e-Government for the aging population.
• IGF Best Practice Forum on Cybersecurity: Coordination and Sustainability in Cybersecurity Capacity Building
  As a co-moderator, Mr. Dell'Accio facilitated discussions on enhancing global cybersecurity efforts.
• IGF Dynamic Coalition on Blockchain Assurance and Standardization: The Internet that We Want and Can Trust
  Mr. Dell'Accio led this session, focusing on the role of blockchain in creating a trustworthy internet.

Reflecting on the importance of innovation within the UN system, Mr. Dell'Accio stated, "Innovation is at the heart of our mission to enhance digital governance and ensure that technological advancements benefit all members of society. The UNJSPF is committed to leveraging cutting-edge solutions to improve our services and support sustainable development goals."

For more information on UNJSPF's modernization efforts and the Digital Certificate of Entitlement (DCE), please visit this web page and our news section.

About UNJSPF The United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) provides retirement, death, disability, and related benefits for staff of the United Nations and other organizations

admitted to membership in the Fund. The UNJSPF is dedicated to ensuring the financial security of its beneficiaries through efficient and effective management of its resources.

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