Libyan Technology Foundation
Budget
€430,480
EP Access
0
accredited persons
Staff
3
0.6 FTE
EU Grants
None
Mission & Goals
The Libyan Technology Foundation (LTF) is a non-profit civil society organization committed to advancing inclusive digital transformation, good digital governance, and responsible technology use in Libya and beyond. Established in 2020, LTF works to strengthen public awareness, build digital capacity, and promote multistakeholder dialogue on issues such as ICT policy, AI development, cybersecurity, and open knowledge. The Foundation serves as a neutral platform connecting government, academia, the private sector, and civil society, and is recognized for coordinating national initiatives like Libya’s National Technology Day, the National AI Programme, and the Libya IGF. LTF advocates for transparent, human-centric, and rights-based approaches to digital development in line with international norms and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
EU Legislative Interests
The Libyan Technology Foundation (LTF) follows and contributes to EU digital policies and legislative proposals that promote inclusive, rights-based, and human-centric digital transformation. In particular, LTF is interested in initiatives related to the Digital Services Act (DSA), Digital Markets Act (DMA), AI Act, Data Governance Act, Cybersecurity Act, and the EU’s external digital cooperation frameworks, such as the EU–Africa Digital Economy Task Force, the Global Gateway strategy, and the D4D Hub. LTF seeks to align its advocacy and project work with EU values on data protection, digital rights, online safety, open technologies, and ethical AI, especially in the context of global digital governance and Euro-Mediterranean cooperation.
Communication Activities
The Libyan Technology Foundation (LTF) regularly engages in communication activities that promote awareness and dialogue on digital rights, AI ethics, cybersecurity, and inclusive digital transformation—principles closely aligned with EU policy priorities. LTF organizes Libya’s annual National Technology Day, a multi-city event that brings together thousands of stakeholders to discuss digital innovation, data protection, and emerging technologies. LTF also co-hosts the Libya Informatics Governance Forum (Libya IGF) and thematic public dialogues on AI regulation, cybersecurity governance, and open data, often referencing EU legislation such as the AI Act and DSA. In partnership with international organizations (e.g. D4D Hub, UN bodies, Wikimedia Foundation), LTF publishes awareness materials, policy briefs, and multilingual content that echo EU principles of human-centric and transparent digital governance. Its participation in EU-linked events (e.g. IGF 2024 Riyadh, WSIS+20 Geneva 2025, Global Digital Compact consultations) amplifies Euro-Mediterranean dialogue on technology cooperation.
Interests Represented
Does not represent commercial interests
Member Of
(LTF) confirms that it does not have any subsidiaries, branches, or other entities under its ownership or control. Therefore, the registration covers all activities conducted solely by LTF. LTF acts as a fiscal sponsor and local coordinator for Wikimedia Foundation projects in Libya, supporting Wikipedia and open knowledge initiatives. Reference: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Grants:Programs/Wikimedia_Community_Fund/General_Support_Fund/Wikimedia_Libya_Community_Support_Grant_2024/Final_Report LTF organizes the Informatics Governance Forum (IGF) in Libya and participates actively in global and regional IGF processes. Website: informatics.ly LTF is a member of the Public Key Infrastructure Community (PKIC), promoting secure digital identity frameworks and cryptographic trust. Website: https://pkic.org/members/ltf-ngo/ These affiliations represent partnerships and collaborations within the scope of our activities but do not constitute separate entities included in our registration.
Organisation Members
The Libyan Technology Foundation (LTF) is an independent, non-governmental, and non-profit organization. It is not structured as a membership-based association, and therefore does not have formal "members" in the traditional sense. However, LTF operates through a multi-tiered internal governance structure that includes: Board of Trustees Board of Directors Council of Advisors our team members page: https://technology.ly/en/team/
Additional Information
The total combined budget for 2024 amounts to LYD 2,225,583, consisting of: Cash contributions: LYD 1,341,014 In-kind support: LYD 884,569 For the purpose of this declaration, we applied an exchange rate of 1 EUR = 5.17 LYD. In accordance with the reporting requirements, we have disclosed all contributions that: Exceed EUR 10,000, and Represent more than 10% of the total annual budget (i.e., approximately EUR 43,024). Furthermore, several other entities supported the Foundation with smaller contributions that fall below both thresholds. While these individual amounts were not required to be reported under the current criteria, their combined value represents a significant portion of the Foundation’s total budget, reflecting a strong and diverse base of support. All financial and in-kind contributions received by the Foundation are strictly used for non-commercial activities, such as organizing national technology events, supporting digital governance initiatives, and running capacity-building programs across Libya. The Foundation operates solely in the public interest, does not represent any commercial entities, and is fully aligned with its non-profit legal status.
Commissioner Meetings
No recorded meetings with EU commissioners.