IGF 2024 Open Forum #51 Marginalized Literature access through technology and Digita

This Open-forum will dive into an open discussion about how innovative technologies on educational systems can work towards the inclusion and more access of Marginalized Literature.
Innovation and internet governance intersects with a pioneering project focused on the training of reading education professionals to implement Law 10,639/2003 and the National Curricular Guidelines for the Education of Ethnic-Racial Relations and the Teaching of African and Afro-Brazilian History and Culture, promoted by Goiânia Government and PUC Goiás, and that’s the reason that motivates the realization of this session.
By leveraging the digital sphere, this initiative harnesses the power of online platforms to disseminate knowledge and foster critical engagement with very important and impactful Marginalized literature. The Tertulia Project (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLqUK7dsUwY&ab_channel=GERFOR-SME) through virtual seminars, collaborative forums, and digital resources, educators have rescued cultures and delved into literary works that illuminate the rich tapestry of history, with a particular emphasis on amplifying the voices of black women. This innovative approach not only facilitates dynamic learning experiences but also promotes inclusivity and equity in education, driving forward the principles of ethnic-racial and gender equality.
The speakers, from different backgrounds like linguistic diverse groups, traditional communities, governments, universities and youth groups, will bring together their perspectives on the theme, promoting a space to build a dialogue on how to expand initiatives that support the dissemination and access of marginalized literature through existing technologies and the internet. The final goal is to build an action plan along with the university and the government that are proposing the session, and all other speakers’ stakeholders and the session’s attendees, to support more initiatives on technological education, access and protection of marginalized literature through the internet.
This format of session is ideal to delve into a deep dialogue along with the community about topics concerning Marginalized Literature access through technology and Digital Education, such as: a- the preservation of indigenous languages and narratives through technological means, exemplified by the utilization of social media platforms, 2- gender diverse literature, and 3- Asian literature, now gaining more prominence and accessibility due to the advancement of the internet. The Goiânia government aims to propose a platform to explore these intersecting themes, emphasizing the role of internet governance in fostering inclusivity, diversity, and cultural representation within literary discourse.


The session aims to facilitate a 90 minutes roundtable where participants will be part of the session itself. We will Incorporate interactive elements such as polls, Q&A, and breakout rooms to facilitate discussion between onsite and online attendees, supporting real-time interaction, and ensuring comprehensive participation.

Tentative agenda:
10’: Introduction and background. The moderator explains how the session will take place and points out that attendees can ask questions by using the hand-raising option or in the chat (online), or by requesting the floor (onsite).
50’: The moderator introduces the policy issues and addresses the speakers with questions in a roundtable fashion.
25’: Open floor. The moderator invites all participants to take the floor either online or onsite.
5’: Key takeaways (rapporteur) and conclusions.

Both online and onsite moderators will make sure that the questions and comments are not overlooked through effective communication, but play an important role throughout the session. An open floor moment is reserved for public onsite and online interaction.