About ITU
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies – ICTs.Activities by ITU
Focus Group on metaverse (FG-MV)
Global Not ApplicableITU Focus Group on metaverse (FG-MV) developed and approved 52 Technical Reports and Technical Specifications. Through its forums and special sessions, the Focus Group engaged more than 17,000 participants worldwide.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory GuidanceAwareness/AdvocacyInfrastructure/Systems DevelopmentUN Citiverse Challenge
Global Not ApplicableThis challenge invites students and startups to develop innovative solutions leveraging AI-powered virtual worlds and digital public infrastructure to address global challenges in public services, sustainability, and tourism.
Activity Type Awareness/AdvocacyNetworks/Mentorship/ExchangeUN Virtual Worlds Day
Global ItalySwitzerlandUN Virtual Worlds Day is an annual UN event that explores the potential of AI-powered virtual worlds and the metaverse to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and deliver on the Pact for the Future. The third UN Virtual Worlds Day will take place on 11–12 May 2026 in Geneva, Switzerland.
Activity Type Awareness/AdvocacyNetworks/Mentorship/ExchangeAI/ML solutions for Climate Action
GlobalA project to crowdsource innovative AI solutions to tackle the climate crisis by reducing emissions, increasing resource use efficiency, and building resilience. Top solutions were pitched at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsAwareness/Advocacy