Egypt’s Digital Citizenship Initiative Selected Among Top 26 Global Projects at Paris Peace Forum 2026
Egypt’s Digital Citizenship and Online Protection Initiative, implemented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), has been selected among the world’s top 26 projects participating in the Paris Peace Forum 2026.
The initiative, alongside its digital platform Waei, was featured at the forum held on November 10–11 under the theme “From Sovereignty to Cooperation.” The selection highlights Egypt’s efforts to promote digital awareness and strengthen online protection for children and young people.
Egypt Showcases Digital Citizenship Efforts in Paris
A dedicated pavilion was established for the initiative within the forum’s projects and solutions area, where its team presented its objectives, activities and key focus areas.
Visitors were introduced to Waei’s awareness-building resources and interactive tools designed for different segments of society, with particular emphasis on protecting children and adolescents from online risks.
The pavilion also provided opportunities to engage with international experts and institutional representatives and exchange knowledge on digital safety.
In addition, the initiative’s team took part in a discussion session examining how artificial intelligence is affecting the opportunity gap. Experts from different countries addressed the implications of rapid AI development for equal opportunities and the challenges associated with access to digital skills.
MCIT Partners with UNICEF to Promote Online Safety
MCIT launched the Digital Citizenship Initiative in cooperation with the National Council for Childhood and Motherhood and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
The initiative aims to create a safer digital environment for children and young people, encourage responsible technology use and equip parents and teachers with the knowledge needed to guide and protect younger generations online.
Implementation partners include the Ministries of Education and Technical Education, and Youth and Sports, as well as the National Council for Women.
International partners also include the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), which serves as a strategic partner.
Tackling Deepfakes and Emerging AI Risks
The initiative addresses emerging threats associated with the growing use of artificial intelligence, including deepfake technology, AI-generated misinformation and digital companionship applications designed to simulate human relationships.
Its approach focuses on prevention through awareness, critical thinking and information-verification skills rather than relying solely on restrictions and technology bans.
It also seeks to teach children how to protect their personal information and maintain the security of their digital identities.
Waei Platform Provides Digital Protection Resources
Waei serves as a central digital resource for the initiative, offering Arabic-language awareness content tailored to different age groups, alongside practical guidance materials, interactive tools and mechanisms for monitoring emerging online threats.
The initiative also provides training for parents, teachers, community service providers, librarians and youth center employees, helping them play an active role in protecting children and promoting safer online behavior.
More Than 8,500 Beneficiaries Across 20 Governorates
The initiative has reached more than 8,500 beneficiaries across 20 Egyptian governorates, while Waei has recorded over 400,000 visits.
Egypt’s participation in the Paris Peace Forum 2026 reflects MCIT’s commitment to strengthening the country’s international digital presence, expanding knowledge exchange and building partnerships that support innovative solutions in digital awareness and child online protection.
