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General information about the foundation

What is the Libyan Technology Foundation and what is its role?

The Libyan Tech Foundation is a non-profit civil organization, registered with the Civil Society Commission. The foundation was established for noble purposes, including raising technological awareness, supporting the development of the telecommunications and information technology sector in Libya, and promoting institutional and societal digital transformation. It leverages all available local resources and Libyan expertise to build a better society and enable Libyan citizens to benefit from modern and innovative digital services while keeping pace with the rapid advancements in the world of technology.

When was the Libyan Technology Foundation established?

The Libyan Technology Foundation was established on August 25, 2020.

What is the foundation’s vision?

Providing technology and facilitating access to it.

What are the foundation’s goals?

The goals of the Libyan Technology Foundation are:

  • Contributing to the development of legislation, including laws, regulations, guides, and decisions, for comprehensive digital transformation.
  • Raising awareness about technology, information security, combating cybercrime, and related legislation.
  • Preparing reports and evaluations to assess the work of government institutions, public and private companies, organizations, and the community as a whole, and conducting studies on future laws related to technology and digital transformation projects.
  • Supporting the tech community and its various entities and gatherings within the framework of the law and the foundation’s statutes.
  • Localizing and supporting the integration of technology into various services, including education, health, banking, transportation, etc.
  • Organizing tech events and activities across the country, celebrating National Technology Day, and other similar events.
  • Documenting tech milestones in Libya and promoting digital blogging and journalism.
  • Bridging cooperation between the tech community and the public on one side, and governments, public and private companies, and governmental institutions on the other.
  • Supporting civil society organizations with available free and paid technologies.
  • Establishing pioneering tech projects and enhancing the role of technology in Libya.
What are the foundation’s values?
  • Innovation: We strive to provide new technological solutions to support the Libyan community.
  • Integrity: We are committed to honesty, transparency, and responsibility in all our operations.
  • Collaboration: We believe that working together is the best way to achieve our goals.
What is the foundation’s mission?

The foundation’s mission is to advance knowledge and innovation in the field of technology by:

  • Developing scientific and research programs.
  • Collaborating on network projects and information technology research.
  • Supporting relevant national projects.
  • Organizing events to raise awareness and knowledge.
  • Supporting scientific and knowledge partnerships.
  • Creating a supportive and inclusive environment for the tech community.
  • Increasing the number of active members.
What are the main challenges the foundation has faced as a non-profit organization?

The Libyan Technology Foundation faces several key challenges due to its non-profit status. Among these challenges, a major issue is the lack of understanding within the community about the role of civil society. Additionally, there are difficulties in collaborating with some institutions, which impacts the effectiveness of cooperation and partnerships.

In terms of funding, the foundation relies on various sources such as government support, private sector support, membership fees, and fees for the services it provides. This diversity in funding sources can be challenging for ensuring financial sustainability and achieving future goals, especially amidst economic and political changes that may affect the availability of these resources.

Ensuring continued support and achieving long-term goals is another difficulty, given the potential fluctuations in economic and political conditions that may directly impact the foundation’s funding and support sources.

Projects and Services

What services does the foundation provide?

The Libyan Technology Foundation offers a range of services aimed at enhancing technology and innovation in Libya. These services include:

  • Training and Development: Providing training programs and workshops to improve skills in technology and information fields.
  • Technical Support and Consulting: Offering technical support and consulting services to individuals and institutions across various technology areas, as well as consulting for new projects and initiatives.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Connecting stakeholders and raising awareness within the tech community.
  • Support for Civil Society Organizations: Assisting civil society organizations with available technologies.
  • Event Organization: Participating in and organizing tech events.
  • Policy Development: Developing policies that enhance the role of technology in society.
What are the foundation’s key achievements?

The key achievements of the Libyan Technology Foundation include:

  • Adoption of the National Email Policy: The foundation developed and had adopted by the Government of National Unity in Libya.
  • National Information Technology Day: The foundation successfully proposed June 1st as the National Information Technology Day, which was approved under Decision No.79 of 2021. This day will be celebrated with various activities organized to honor information technology in Libya.
What are the main projects the foundation is currently working on?

From a project perspective, the foundation is committed to continuously celebrating National Information Technology Day and is also working concurrently on organizing a Developers Summit. In addition, the foundation is implementing an internship training project and preparing policies.

What is the foundation’s strategy to ensure the sustainability of the projects it implements?

The foundation relies on the principle of funding each project through sponsorships, advertisements, and support to ensure its sustainability.

Membership and Employment

How can one join the foundation’s team?

You can join the Libyan Technology Foundation’s team when job openings are available. Job announcements can be found by visiting the foundation’s website or by following its social media accounts.

How can I obtain membership with the foundation?

The foundation opens membership applications once a year. If the applicant meets the membership criteria, their application is presented to the Board of Trustees for approval.

How can I join the foundation as a volunteer?

You can join the foundation as a volunteer in any of its projects that require it.

Funds and Sponsorship

What are the funding sources for the foundation?

The Libyan Technology Foundation is a non-profit civil society organization. To achieve its goals, it relies on a variety of funding sources, including: government support, private sector support, membership fees, and fees for services provided to other entities. For more information about funding sources, visit the following link: https://technology.ly/about

How does the foundation ensure continued support, achieve future goals, and ensure its sustainability for future generations?

The foundation strives for sustainability by developing comprehensive strategic plans that clearly outline its vision, goals, and priorities. It simultaneously works on building the capacities of its national staff through continuous training programs and diversifying its funding sources to include government and private support, as well as revenue from services. The foundation also employs advanced mechanisms for performance review and evaluation to ensure goal achievement and adaptability to ongoing changes, which contributes to achieving tangible results and making a positive impact for all stakeholders.

Is the foundation exempt from taxes?

Yes, the foundation is exempt from taxes based on Tax Law No. 7 of 2010, Article 33.

Organizational structure

What is the organizational structure of the foundation?

The organizational structure of the Libyan Technology Foundation consists of several levels and responsibilities:

  • Board of Trustees: The highest authority in the foundation, overseeing the formulation of general policies and strategic plans, amending the statutes, selecting the chairman of the board and board members, reviewing performance reports, and approving the annual budget. It also has the authority to monitor the board’s activities and approve the establishment or dissolution of the foundation’s branches.

  • Board of Directors: The executive body of the foundation, responsible for setting general policies, managing daily activities, raising and spending funds, and overseeing specialized committees. The board also prepares plans, budgets, and reports, reviews membership applications, and supervises the foundation’s investments.

  • Chairman of the Board: Responsible for managing and overseeing the work of the board and its departments, representing the foundation before external parties, and preparing for board meetings. The chairman also oversees administrative and financial tasks and issues assignments.

  • Staff: The core team responsible for executing administrative and operational tasks daily. They contribute to implementing plans, improving internal processes, and supporting the foundation’s leadership.

  • Experts: A group of 70 specialists who provide technical and professional support for projects. Their role includes offering consultations, developing technical solutions, and training staff and volunteers, contributing to innovation and ensuring project quality.

  • Volunteers: A large group of over 100 individuals who support activities and projects voluntarily, through event organization and project execution. Their role is crucial in strengthening the community and supporting the foundation’s tech initiatives.

How are the Chairman of the Board, Vice Chairman, and Financial Supervisor selected?

The Board of Trustees announces the opening for nominations to the new Board of Directors 180 days before the current board’s term ends and closes the nominations 90 days before the end of the term. The names of the nominees are submitted to the commission within a week of the closing of nominations, and the list is posted at the foundation’s headquarters or on its website for at least 15 days. The Board of Trustees elects the new members in a regular meeting and informs the commission of their names within 15 days of the election. Subsequently, the Board of Directors holds a meeting to elect the Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Financial Supervisor in the presence of a commission representative. Candidates for these positions must demonstrate leadership, appropriate academic qualifications, experience in the field, familiarity with the foundation’s goals, financial and accounting expertise, and good relationships with relevant parties.

Relationships with local and international entities

Does the foundation offer partnership opportunities with other organizations?

Yes, the foundation offers partnerships with many local entities. We are open to partnerships as long as they comply with the applicable Libyan regulations.

What is the nature of the relationship between the foundation and government entities?

The relationship between the foundation and government entities is integrative and collaborative. The foundation is committed to non-profit reform and partnership, meaning it works to achieve shared goals without seeking to make a profit from these partnerships.