These outputs themselves will serve as the basis for inputs to the Post-Forum Summit and will thus be key to ensuring political commitment in the region to the measures considered by ADF participants to be essential to building the African Information Society.
Outputs have six dimensions.
They must be both concrete and strategic . Some must lead to concrete action within countries to establish planning processes, build and extend infrastructure or develop and test new applications. In all cases they must specify the most effective partnership models to implement the projects, plans or policies proposed. Frustration can build up very quickly if participants feel that debate is being stifled by over long presentations. Recommendations from gender and youth focus groups on the types of projects and policy mechanisms needed to incorporate women and young people into decision-making processes on the design and application of ICTs.