Digital Literacy Initiative-DLI

The ITU Young Professional Programme (YPP) is a recruitment initiative for the next generation of global digital experts and leaders to help shape the future of the tech sector.

Highlights include:
- On-the-job learning
- Professional experience and talent development
- Research and innovation
- Mentoring and learning
- Global network

Apply now, the deadline is 3 January 2024!

https://www.itu.int/en/action/youth/Pages/YPP.aspx

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