January 28 @ 13:30 – 15:00
NGI Commons webinar: Digital Commons towards digital sovereignty in Europe
Join us for an insightful webinar that delves into the vibrant landscape of Digital Commons initiatives across Europe and their role in increasing the continents digital autonomy. This first edition of a series of 6 webinars, which will be held between January 2025 and December 2026. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the most relevant and impactful projects shaping the continent’s Digital Commons ecosystem.
These events are organised by NGI Commons targeting policymakers interested in digital governance and innovation; Tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs looking to leverage Digital Commons principles; Community leaders seeking to implement local digital initiatives; Researchers studying the intersection of technology and society; Anyone curious about the evolving digital landscape in Europe.
Agenda
13:30-13:35 | Opening session: Welcome and introduction
Presented by Arta Ertekin and Robbert Van Kranenburg, Martel Innovate
13:35-13:50 | Keynote speech, Cristina Caffarra: about the EuroStack
Presented by Cristina Caffarra, CEPR – Centre for Economic Policy Research
13:50:-14:50 | Discussion Session
Moderated by Paul Keller, Open Future
- Most relevant DC initiatives in Europe | Valérian Guillier, CNRS
- What is the role NGI has played in this context | Monique Calisti, Martel Innovate
- What is the role in a forward-looking perspective of DCs for digital autonomy / sovereignty of Europe | Karolina Gyurovszka, Martel Innovate, and Nicholas Gates, OpenForum Europe
- Introducing our participation to FOSDEM in early Feb
14:50-15:00 | Wrap-Up and Conclusion
Presented by Arta Ertekin and Robbert Van Kranenburg, Martel Innovate
