On June 17, Amazon Web Services (AWS) conducted its AWS Summit Online for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. For those interested in the public sector, the content from the “I’m in the Public Sector” track—covering government, education, nonprofit, and healthcare organizations—is now available for on-demand viewing.
As we approach the AWS Public Sector Summit Online 2020, happening on June 30, it’s crucial to register if you haven’t already. This year, attendees can expect a variety of sessions ranging from foundational to advanced topics, focusing on mission-critical content and spotlight discussions.
We are excited to announce that the keynote address will be delivered by Laura Thompson, AWS’s vice president of worldwide public sector. She will reflect on the remarkable efforts of our clients and partners globally over the past months and share the latest updates and announcements. Joining her on stage will be three customers from various sectors, including the Kentucky Department of Labor and the Marine Corps Logistics Command, who will share their experiences of rapid migration and innovation.
Reflecting on a year of collaboration, the state of Louisiana launched an AWS Educate cloud associate degree program with support from Governor John Bel Edwards and the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS). This initiative is aimed at expanding cloud computing opportunities across the state’s colleges, and LCTCS has reported significant progress as the program continues to evolve.
AWS has also expanded its presence in the public sector by launching the AWS Africa (Cape Town) Region, further strengthening its commitment to the region. Numerous public sector organizations in South Africa are already implementing innovative cloud solutions across various fields, including healthcare and education.
In addition, AWS introduced a preview of an interactive online tutorial, “AWS Cloud Champion: Virtual Workplace Interactive Challenge,” which focuses on cloud capabilities for remote working environments. This engaging 3D virtual experience allows users to learn about AWS services in an interactive format.
For those interested in leveraging voice technology in education, AWS recently announced the finalists of the Amazon Alexa EdTech Skills Challenge EMEA 2020. This initiative, first presented at the BETT show in London, encouraged EdTech innovators to propose transformative uses of Alexa in educational settings.
If you’d like to explore more about the AWS Public Sector initiatives, you can visit this blog post to stay engaged. Additionally, for authoritative insights, check out this piece that delves deeper into the topic. For those looking for experiences shared by others, this Reddit thread provides an excellent resource.
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