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Access and Affordability Specialist, Digital Connectivity

We are looking for an Access and Affordability Specialist to support the implementation of the USAID Digital Connectivity and Cybersecurity Partnership (DCCP) in the Pacific.

Transform Africa Summit: Meaningful connectivity is key to unlocking Africa’s potential

By advancing the four pillars of meaningful connectivity, Africa has a stronger chance of transforming its economies and unlocking a promising digital future for its young population.

African women cannot wait: Why gender equality must be at the center of digital inclusion

If we are to achieve gender equality and a truly inclusive society, we should not leave behind the one group that can make it happen: women.

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A better world is possible: Beyond tech solutionism, toward gender equality

A more ethical and responsible tech is the way forward, leading women advocates of digital rights agree, and they start with two Ds: decentralize and decolonize.

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Memes and misogyny: How gendered disinformation pushes women out of public spaces

Gendered disinformation is a new digital phenomenon where online attacks target outspoken women, particularly those of influence – politicians, journalists, or activists. Will the men stand up for them?

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New legal frontier: Women’s rights against online violence

The digital world we live in today is hostile to women – the global prevalence rate of online violence against women is 85%.

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Insidious and expensive: The massive, hidden cost of keeping women offline

When women are connected, they can do more in solving the world’s problems.

GDIP at the Commission on the Status of Women 67th session

The sixty-seventh session of the Commission on the Status of Women will take place from 6 to 17 March 2023.

Offline and offtrack: Can we speed up action to connect everyone by 2030?

Universal meaningful connectivity is only possible if we work collectively in spite of the challenging macroeconomic environment, geopolitical and climate risks. Here are three strategic actions countries should consider.

Meaningful connectivity in action: giving a voice to local communities

Last year, C4urselves teamed up with Tom Martin photography and the Kwetu Film Institute in Kigali, Rwanda, to showcase daily life in Kigali.