The Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines conducted the first strategic conveners meeting of the Innovative Technologies Coalition for Open Government Partnership last April 24, 2015 at Microsoft Office, Makati City.
The Innovative Technologies for OGP Coalition was previously launched during the forum on Innovative Solutions to Open Government Partnership version 2.0 held in February, this year. ULAP acts as the Chair and Lead Convener of the coalition.
During the strategic meeting, the conveners identified the priority areas and initial programs for collaboration among conveners. Present during the meeting were the representatives from Microsoft Philippines (co-chair) Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy National University of Singapore, Ayala Foundation and Philgeps.
Atty. Sarah Sison from the Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office (PCDSPO) and Dr. Angelo Ramos of Beyond Access were also present as guest in the said coaliton meeting.