In low-and-middle-income countries, over 300 million fewer women are able to access the internet than men and are left out of the opportunities created by digital technologies. Barriers to digital equality are linked, among other factors, to availability of infrastructure, financial constraints, interest and perceived relevance of digital technologies, and socio-cultural and institutional contexts. Addressing this widening gap is crucial, particularly during crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, when connectivity is key. The World Bank Group partnered with CES—the world’s largest and most influential technology event—to launch a Global Tech Challenge to bridge the digital gender divide, rewarding scalable, innovative technological solutions that seek to empower women in four areas: platforms, digital skills, online content, enhancing digital access. Winners will receive global visibility, the opportunity to engage with governments and World Bank Group teams, as well as the tools to potentially scale their technologies within development projects. Learn more: [ Ссылка ]
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