2025 IEEE Connecting the
Unconnected North America Regional Summit
CHALLENGE GLOBALLY … SOLVE LOCALLY!
The North America Regional Summit will take place on:
Friday 26 September 2025 at Washington D.C., USA
REGISTRATION TO OPEN SOON!
2025 marks the IEEE Connecting the Unconnected (CTU) Program’s third year of conducting in-person instances of our events! Please plan to join us at the North American Summit on 26 September 2025 in Washington DC, USA as we continue highlighting and showcasing the many exciting developments in 5G and Beyond technologies that are occurring in both industry and academia and strive to solve the global issue of unconnected or under-connected communities through our work in closing the digital divide.
North America Summit Program Information
Unlocking Connectivity: Join us in D.C.
The 2025 IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Regional Summit in Washington D.C. is a pivotal one-day event dedicated to advancing global digital inclusion. Moving beyond fragmented solutions, this summit brings together leading experts from technology, government, and non-profit sectors to collectively address the multifaceted challenges of the digital divide. Attendees can expect a concentrated agenda featuring insightful keynotes and dynamic panel discussions focusing on innovative technological applications, sustainable business models, and effective community empowerment strategies. The event will also include updates about previous CTU Challenge Winners highlighting their solutions, offering practical, impactful approaches to bridge connectivity gaps in underserved regions. This summit is designed to foster critical dialogue, inspire collaborative action, and accelerate progress towards a digitally equitable future for all, emphasizing how policy and innovation from the nation’s capital can drive universal access.
Keynotes
Vint Cerf
Vice President and Chief Internet Evangelist Google, USA
Henning Schulzrinne
Columbia University, USA
Invited Speakers
Saifur Rahman
2023 IEEE President & CEO / Director, Virginia Tech Advanced Research Institute, USA
Godswill Agbagwa
Centre for Social Awareness, Advocacy and Ethics / Frostburg State University, USA
Mohamed-Slim Alouin
University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia
Veena Rawat
Expert Strategies International, USA
Call for Posters
Camera-ready submission for Posters
Poster papers must be no longer than two (2) printed pages, written in English, and be formatted in the standard IEEE two-column format with a main body font size of 10 points. The mandatory IEEE templates in Microsoft Word and LaTeX format can be found on the IEEE templates webpage and the author and submission guideline webpage of the main conference. The poster (work-in-progress papers) will appear in the conference proceedings and they will be submitted to IEEE Xplore®. Authors will include their names, affiliations, and other identifying information in the final manuscripts.
Poster Presentation Details
- Poster boards will be available in the main lobby. At least one author should attend posters during the poster sessions (the time will be announced later).
- Poster boards have a height of 100 cm and are 70 cm wide.
- Posters will be attached to the boards through tools that will be available on-site.
- In addition, the authors may request to schedule to present their short 5-minute talk with PPT during the technical poster sessions.
North America Summit Event Information
Igniting Global Connections from D.C.
We are thrilled to host our event at the prestigious Johns Hopkins University at 555 Pennsylvania Avenue, a venue that perfectly blends academic excellence with an unparalleled location. Situated at the heart of Washington D.C., this address places you steps away from iconic national landmarks, government institutions, and vibrant city life. Beyond its esteemed name, the venue itself offers state-of-the-art facilities, modern amenities, and an inspiring atmosphere conducive to learning, networking, and innovation. Prepare to engage in a dynamic environment that reflects the intellectual rigor and historical significance of its surroundings, ensuring a truly memorable experience for all attendees. More details about the venue
Registration Details
REGISTRATION SITE TO OPEN SOON
Registration fees (Author)
- IEEE Member $150
- Non-IEEE Member $250
- IEEE Student Member $100
- Non-IEEE Student Member $200
On-Site Registration fees (Non-author)
- IEEE Member $100
- Non-IEEE Member $200
- IEEE Student Member $75
- Non-IEEE Student Member $125
Virtual Registration fees (Non-author)
- IEEE Member / Student Member $15
- Non-IEEE Member / Student Member $25
Hotel Information
There are several hotels are in the Penn Quarter/Capitol Hill area, which is very convenient to the 555 Pennsylvania Avenue location. It’s always a good idea to check the specific hotel website for more information.
Hotels within close walking distance (typically under 15 minutes):
- Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/US Capitol (1225 First Street Ne)
- Waldorf Astoria Washington, D.C. (1100 Pennsylvania Avenue NW)
- Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington, D.C. (700 F Street NW)
- Riggs Washington, D.C. (900 F Street NW)
- AC Hotel Washington, D.C. Convention Center (601 K Street NW)
- JW Marriott Washington, D.C. (1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW)
- Hyatt Regency Washington On Capitol Hill (400 New Jersey Ave Northwest)
- Yotel Washington DC (415 New Jersey Avenue Nw)
- Kimpton George Hotel By Ihg (15 E Street Nw)
- Phoenix Park Hotel (520 North Capitol Street Nw)
For other accommodations that may better suit your needs, please search some of the options in the surrounding hotels:
