The Internet Governance Webinar series is an online preparatory program designed to equip YIGF Cambodia 2024 youth participants with the necessary knowledge and discussion skills for active involvement in Internet policymaking. The program includes a pre-training webinar, three training webinars, and a participant presentation session that marks the closing of the preparation month. Each 1.5-hour workshop will feature interactive discussions led by expert guest speakers on various topics.

This webinar series is highly interactive, not a one-sided learning program. Participants will be divided into thematic groups to research and present their findings during the final training session. Active contribution to discussions is expected from all participants.

The debate competition focuses on pressing issues such as cybersecurity, cybercrime law, and data protection law. It provides a structured platform for participants to present and argue their perspectives on these critical topics. The debates are structured in two phases: preliminary rounds held in October to select the top teams, followed by a final round during the YIGF event days. The competition aims to stimulate deep analysis and discussion among youth on important Internet governance issues.

The forum features a panel discussion that brings together a diverse set of speakers from various sectors, including policymakers, government representatives, private sector leaders, and civil society activists. This session is designed to give participants a comprehensive understanding of how different stakeholders contribute to the policy-making process in Internet governance. It offers valuable insights into the diverse perspectives and approaches that shape digital policies.

The Role play Multistakeholder Conference aims to provide participants with a unique opportunity to experience the dynamics of multistakeholder decision-making processes while addressing real-world Internet governance challenges. Through roleplay, youth will step into the shoes of various stakeholders and engage in collaborative discussions, negotiations, and consensus-building exercises.

Participants will be divided into stakeholder groups to discuss Cambodia’s digital policy, including current issues and future directions. This component aims to foster collaboration and produce actionable recommendations for improving digital policies in Cambodia.

The Youth Dialogue aims to maintain an ongoing conversation among Cambodian youth about Internet governance. Participants will engage in group work to present their opinions and policy suggestions on the overarching theme of YIGF Cambodia. The outcomes will be compiled into a Youth Policy Statement, which will be included in the Report of Cambodia Youth IGF and submitted to the United Nations Internet Governance Forum. This component emphasizes the importance of youth contributions to policy-making and their role in shaping the digital future.

Various speakers will present on topics relevant to the themes and subthemes. These presentations are open to the public by first call for speakers. Selected speakers will present their topic on the event day of YIGF Cambodia 2024. Each session aims to deepen participants’ understanding of specific issues and encourage informed dialogue among attendees. Speakers will also share their insights, perspectives, and experiences, offering diverse viewpoints on the topic.