Digital public infrastructure (DPI) is increasingly recognized as essential for societies to reap the benefits of digital transformation. There is also a renewed drive for prioritizing the use of digital public goods (DPGs) to ensure sustainability and local leadership of digital transformation efforts. Yet establishing DPI and leveraging DPGs faces many hurdles, from building capacity to finding sustainable financing. Cyberattacks too are on the increase, making it essential that digital systems and interventions are designed for privacy first. And connectivity remains a challenge – both for project implementation as well as for millions of people who are unable to benefit from digital services. In the face of these challenges, this track will feature discussions that highlight opportunities and approaches to build responsible, sustainable, and locally owned digital foundations.
