eGovernment at W3C
Better Government Through Better Use of the Web.

W3C launches today a new forum for governments, citizens, researchers, and other stakeholders to investigate how best to use Web technology for good governance and citizen participation. “Open Standards, and in particular Semantic Web Standards, can help lower the cost of government, make it easier for independent agencies to work together, and increase flexibility in the face of change,” said Tim Berners-Lee, W3C Director. W3C invites participation in the new eGovernment Interest Group, which
is open to the public. The group will identify best practices and guidelines in this area, document where current technology does not adequately address stakeholder needs, and suggest improvements via the standards process. Read the W3C eGovernment FAQ and press release, and learn more about the W3C eGovernment Activity.

The World Bank, in partnership with other organizations, organized a Global Dialogue on mGovernment, an in-person and online event that took place in late November 2007. As part of their special coverage Stephane Boyera and José M. Alonso (W3C) were interviewed and shared their thoughts on eGovernment, Mobile Web and Developing Countries. The interview is available online.