The summary of the event can be found following this link http://www.witin.org/Report_tech4D.pdf

The use of these ICT innovations by our children in the new world of freedom for empowerment has in different ways influenced and to a certain degree also changed roles and processes within child development.

Stakeholders, especially parents are eager to know the importance, impact and risks associated with children being exposed to the use of internet and mobile technologies.

Core Objectives of this Conference

1. To help stakeholders, especially parents, guardians and teachers discover the potentials and impact of technology on a child's development
2. To expose the risk factors and vulnerabilities connected with children's use of the internet
3. To provide a forum where stakeholders can profer their fair perspective solutions to issues relating to the adverse effects of children's use of internet
4. To advance strategies to checkmate child online abuse
5. To understand regulatory framework regarding children's use of the internet and  mobile technologies
6. To project the benefits and long term effect of ICT on child development
7. To sensitize the public on internet and mobile technology issues as it relates to child development
8. To explore an understanding of diverse technology innovations that facilitate learning for children
9. To enlighten parents on the opportunities available for kids in STEM( Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics).

Conference Topics

1. ICT and Early Child development: What parents should know
    - Role of Mothers in Children use of ICT

2. Girls in ICT
    - Bridging the Gender Digital Divide

3. Child Online Protection
    - Existing Regulatory framework

4. Mobile Phones: Usefulness, Risks and Myths

5. ICT prospects for the Physically challenged Child
    - A Parental view

6. ICT Infrastructure for Education in Nigeria

7. The future Impact of new media on our Children

8. Engaging the Girl Child to Develop 21st Century Skills through effective e-Learning