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From driving much-needed economic growth in low-income countries to bridging the digital divide, digital public infrastructure (DPI) offers incredible opportunity. Yet, without a shared vision of the impact of DPI and comprehensive indicators to meaningfully measure the benefits – and risks – we will fall short in understanding whether it has delivered on its promise.
In many ways, the arc of digital inclusion mirrors that of the financial inclusion sector in its infancy. Like early proponents of microfinance, the digital development community is united by a shared belief that, when correctly implemented, technology can be uplifting, empowering, and liberating to people. In this expert comment, we outline key lessons from the financial inclusion sector, including how digital development actors can work together to reach ecosystem maturity. Read more here.
Without a cohesive strategy to systematically include women, the true benefits of digital public infrastructure will not be realized. Our research aims at advancing gender in digital transformation.
As more people globally connect to the internet, governments, communities, and private sector organizations have a tremendous opportunity to harness the power of digital to improve the quality of life for all.
The G20 nations have the power to build a digital foundation that creates resilient societies, competitive markets, innovative businesses, and inclusive communities – all at once.