Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Grenada to host 15th leg of 2011 ICT Roadshow


ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada, May 10, 2011 - Grenada is preparing for a regional technology exposition, commonly referred to as TEXPO. It will showcase the many uses and the importance of information and communication technology (ICT) in modern society.
Grenada is the 15th leg of the roadshow, which is a project of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union and the Ministry of Information, ICT & Culture of the Grenada Government.
Grenada’s ICT Director, Loretta Simon, has underscored the significance of the roadshow, whose theme is “Harnessing the Power of Innovation: The Engine for ICT-enabled Development.’’ It will be held from May 16 – 19.
“Since ICT is impacting everyone’s life,’’ said Simon, “we need to show everyone how they can leverage ICT to better perform their day-to-day duties.”
TEXPO will be launched in Grenada with an official opening ceremony on May 16.
Activities in the ensuing three days will include public fora, where topics such as cybercrime and careers in ICT will be discussed.
In addition, a technology exhibition will be held on May 17 and 18 at the Grenada Trade Centre from 8:30 a.m.
TEXPO concludes on May 19 with an outreach caravan and roadshow, beginning in St. George’s at 8:30 a.m. It will travel up the western side, making stops in Gouyave, Sauteurs and Grenville.
An outreach activity will also be held at the Resource Centre in Carriacou on May 19, starting 8:30 a.m.
SOURCE: PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER- Nekoyan Bain

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