Doreen Bogdan-Martin

thumb|Doreen Bogdan-Martin Doreen Bogdan-Martin (born 1966) is an American international civil servant who has served as Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) since 1 January 2023. She was the first woman to serve as Secretary-General of the ITU since its establishment in 1865. She previously served as Director of the ITU Telecommunication Development Bureau from 2019 to 2022 and held several senior positions within the organization. Before joining the ITU in 1994, she worked as a telecommunications policy specialist at the Telecommunications and Information Administration of the United States Department of Commerce."Doreen Bogdan-Martin", "International Telecommunication Union". She holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Delaware and a masters degree in International Communications Policy. She has also completed postgraduate studies in leadership at the Insititute for Management Development in Lausanne and is certified in accountability and ethics through the United Nations Leaders Programe. She is an affiliate of the Klein Center for Internet & Society at the Harvard University Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society and is an affiliate of the w: Klein Cnter for Internet & Society and is a qualified amateur radio operator."Doreen Bogdan-Martin", "International Telecommunication Union". Quotes Digital inclusion and connection Our goal is clear: That is to connect in the world to the Internet. Doreen said during her Welcome remarks at Giga Connectivity Forum. "International Telecommunication Union" (July 9, 2024) To give young people everywhere a voice, a choice and an opportunity in today's digital revolution. She continued during her welcome speech at Giga connectivity Forum. "Internationa Telecommunication Union" (July 9, 2024) The steps we take now build an inclusive and sustainable digital future will define the rest of the century. "MWC-Africa, Kigali, Rwanda", "International Telecommunication Union" (October 17, 2023) The World is more connected than at any time in history. "State of the Union Address", "International Telecommunication Union" (April 28, 2026) The case for multilateralism, ladies and gentlemen, in our sector, has never been clearer. She continued, "International Telecommunications Union" (April 28, 2026) Resilience is not a permanent state. It is a practice that is being tested now more than ever. She continued in her remark, "International Telecommunications Union" (April 28, 2026) That's what a digital lifeline actually looks like. She said, "International Telecommunication Union" (April 28, 2026) Artificial Intelligence We wre the AI Generation. "Keynote at the Ai for Good Global Summit 2025", "International Telecommunication Union" (July 8, 2025) What are we doing to make sure AI works for all of humanity? She continued saying what should be asked of themselves, "International Telecommunication Union" (July 8, 2025) How will we bend the arc of AI towards justice? She progressed saying in her Keynote at the AI for Good Global Summit 2025. "International Telecommunication Union" (July 8, 2025) We cannot let the digital divide become the AI divide. "Remarks to the India Ai Impact Summit", "International Telecommunications Union" (February 19, 2026) Technology alone does not change the world. People do. Doreen remarked, "International Telecommunications Union" (February 19, 2026) AI's promise is best realized only when its benefits are shared by humanity. She added in her India AI impact Summit remark. "International Telecommunication Union" (February 19, 2026) We are ready to shape its trajectory together. "Remarks at the Un Globe Dialogue on AI Governance", "International Telecommunications Union" (July 6, 2026) No single stakeholder can shape the future of AI alone. "Keynote at the AI for Good Global Summit 2026", "International Telecommunication Union" (July 8, 2026) We must put humanity front and center. "Keynote at the AI for Good Global Summit 2024", "International Telecommunication Union" (May 30, 2024) Technology is but a means - and sustainable development for all is the end. "Keynote address at the AI for Good Global Summit", "International Telecommunication Union" (July 6, 2023) Our future is digital. We can and must write it together. "Plenary Statement at the Summit of the Future", International Telecommunication Union (22 September 2024). Failure is not an option. She stated, "International Telecommunication Union" (July 6 2023) It's time to put human values first. Doreen continued during her Good Global Summit 2023 "International Telecommunication Union" (July 6, 2023) Human rights and technology Technological advancement doesn't come at the cost of human rights and human dignity. "High-level informal presidential discussion on new technologies, AI and the digital divide", "International Telecommunication Union" (September 3. 2024) We need to focus our energy on three fronts. She continued explaing what's required to succeed, "International Telecommunication Union" (September 3, 2024) We need to root them in a rights-based approach. Doreen said about the OHCHR's report on human rights and technical standards powerful message "Internatinal Telecommunication Union" (September 3, 2024) Let's give everyone an equal seat and equal say at the table. At the end she mentioned, "International Telecommunication Union" (September 3, 2024) Human rights are the bedrock of our collective digital future. She closed saying, "International Telecommunication Union" (September 3, 2024) Women and girls in technology Our future is digital and we need women to lead it. "Statement from ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdn-Martin on International Girls in ICT Day" "International Telecommunication Union" (April 25, 2024) For me, leadership is more than holding a job title or position of power. She continued in her statement as ITU Secretary-General, "International Telecommunication Union" (April 25, 2024) Gender equality is an urgent necessity. She continued during the International Girls in ICT Day, "International Telecommunication Union" (April 25, 2024) Gender equality is key in the sustainable digital future we envisage here at ITU. "International Women's Day: Let's invest more in women in tech", "International Telecommunication Union" (March 8, 2024) Women's leaders can use our experiences to inspire the next generation. "Advancing Sustainable development with Women-centered Science and Technology Solutions", "International Telecommunication Union" (May 10, 2024) We have a unique opportunity to ensure gender equality happens in our lifetimes. "^7th Commission on the Status of Women", "International Telecommunication Union" (March 8, 2023) There are no more ifs and no more excuses for not having digital gender equality now - and everywhere. She continued, "International Telecommunication Union"(March 8, 2023) ICTs have the power to build stronger communities and give individuals the chance to work toward their dreams. "Recognizing the hard work of bridging the gender digital divide" "International Telecommunication Union" (October 11, 2022) Youth and Education Digital has become indispensable in today's world, and young people know better than anybody. "Digital Technologies and Youth Empowerment", "International Telecommunication Union" (April 19, 2023) They live in digital darkness. She continued,"International Telecommunication Union" (April 19, 2023) That's too many missed opportunities - for employment, education, entrepreneurship. She stated, "International Telecommunication Union" (April 19, 2023) We want to bring in talented young candidates from underrepresented demographics. She said, "International Telecommunication Union" (April 19, 2023) Africa and Development Africa is at the core of this effort. "MWC-Africa, Kigali, Rwanda", International Telecommunication Union (17 October 2023). This gives us the kind of velocity needed to scale meaningful connectivity across the continent. "MWC-Africa, Kigali, Rwanda", International Telecommunication Union (17 October 2023). Let's embrace this opportunity to unite our efforts. "MWC-Africa, Kigali, Rwanda", International Telecommunication Union (17 October 2023). We have a lot to learn from India. "G20 priorities: My take on digital infrastructure, security, and skills", International Telecommunication Union (24 August 2023). Connectivity must go hand in hand with confidence and trust in technology. "G20 priorities: My take on digital infrastructure, security, and skills", International Telecommunication Union (24 August 2023). Cybersecurity and digital safety Cyber resilience must also be a development priority — for all countries. "Remarks at the Global Conference on Cyber Capacity Building", International Telecommunication Union (13 May 2025). The weakest link in the cybersecurity chain becomes the Achilles heel for a world of 8 billion people. "Remarks at the Global Conference on Cyber Capacity Building", International Telecommunication Union (13 May 2025). Space, technology and sustainability Space is a unifier. "Opening remarks at the ITU Space Sustainability Forum 2025", International Telecommunication Union (7 October 2025). We meet at a moment of profound transformation. "State of the Union Address", International Telecommunication Union (28 April 2026). Digital is not just at the top of the global agenda. Digital 'is' the agenda. "ATxInspire Singapore", International Telecommunication Union (6 February 2024). We have entered a new era of technological transformation — and it's the fastest yet. "Mobile World Congress 2024 Ministerial Programme: Steering the Digital Economy", International Telecommunication Union (26 February 2024). This is a defining moment in terms of technology. "Opening remarks to a press conference at the United Nations Office at Geneva", International Telecommunication Union (7 March 2024). AI, society and the future AI risks are not inevitable. "Keynote at the AI for Good Global Summit 2024", International Telecommunication Union (30 May 2024). The real challenge is to foster responsible AI without stifling innovation. "Keynote at the AI for Good Global Summit 2024", International Telecommunication Union (30 May 2024). We are the AI Generation. "Keynote at the AI for Good Global Summit 2025", International Telecommunication Union (8 July 2025). Personal and career It only took us 157 years to break that glass ceiling! "A conversation with Doreen Bogdan-Martin", University of Delaware (16 October 2024). I encouraged my daughters to learn to code. "A conversation with Doreen Bogdan-Martin", University of Delaware (16 October 2024). I use social media to help the public understand what the ITU is. "A conversation with Doreen Bogdan-Martin", University of Delaware (16 October 2024). Earlier statements Digital technologies have created unprecedented opportunities for children and young people to communicate, connect, share, learn, access information and express their opinions. "Regional Launch of ITU's 2020 Child Online Protection Guidelines", International Telecommunication Union (27 October 2020). The future is digital. "22nd Caribbean Ministerial Strategic ICT Seminar", International Telecommunication Union (30 September 2024). Our common future is digital. "22nd Caribbean Ministerial Strategic ICT Seminar", International Telecommunication Union (30 September 2024). External Links Doreen Bogdan-Martin, "International Telecommunication Union". Secretary-General's Speaches, "With AI,we're building the plane mid-flight", "United Nations". "A conversation with Doreen Bogdan-Martin", "University of Delaware". "The UNconnected" podcast, "International Telecommunication Union". Category:1966 births Category:Living people Category:Civil servants