This largest event for e-inclusion aims at accelerating progress towards an information society for all (digital inclusion), in order to combat social and economic exclusion. The conference will acknowledge the many actions that are taking place all over Europe during 2008 and that contribute to the European e-Inclusion Initiative. It will provide a forum to discuss policies to achieve an inclusive, barrier-free, information society and realise the related social and economic benefits. An exhibition will feature the best in e-Inclusion in Europe and worldwide, with amongst others an e-Inclusion Awards finalists village, an experience space and commercial displays. Special sessions such an e-inclusion theatre and side events will further enrich the experience and opportunity for debate.
Some 1200 participants are expected, including European Ministers, high level representatives of industry and NGOs, and members of groups at risk of exclusion. The conference is jointly organised by the European Commission and the hosting Austrian Government, in cooperation with the French Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
