Digital Inclusion

Accelerating access to affordable, sustainable, safe and resilient digital infrastructure for children

UNICEF’s Digital Inclusion team advises, advocates and acts so that children are neither excluded from nor left behind in the digital world. Together with governments, technology partners, development finance institutions and the private sector, we work to accelerate access to affordable, sustainable, safe and resilient digital infrastructure for every child. This strengthens the public services children rely on across education, health, protection and emergency response, while creating opportunity in the digital economy. 

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Evidence and insights

Geneva Research Lab for Digital Impact (GRL)

Geneva Research Lab for Digital Impact (GRL) 

The GRL bridges evidence and action to accelerate global digital transformation efforts. GRL is a joint initiative between the University of Geneva and UNICEF's Digital Impact Division.

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Open source financing

Open-source financing 

Open-source, government-led, data-driven financing can reduce duplication, align public and private investment, strengthen transparency and sustainability, and offer a bold, scalable model for UN financing more broadly

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Giga Map of Global School Connectivity

Giga Map of Global School Connectivity 

Giga Map is an open, live global map of school locations and connectivity, giving governments and partners the data to identify gaps, monitor progress and plan affordable, sustainable connections for every school.

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Connectivity Cast

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How AI Can Be Used for Social Good?

Is AI ultimately helpful or harmful? How can artificial intelligence be used for social good in science, technology, and education.

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Girls Included in the Connectivity Conversation

Are Girls Included in the Connectivity Conversation? 

The global challenge of girls’ access to the internet, safe connectivity, and the urgent need to ensure that girls are not left behind in the digital future.

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