Gender STI is an international research project that aims to analyze the participation of women in science, technology and innovation
Gender STI is an international research project that aims to analyze the participation of women in science, technology and innovation

DEI and Digital Transformation

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) fuel innovation, transforming technology into a force for empowerment and equitable progress. By embedding DEI principles, we can create digital advancements that truly serve society's diverse needs.

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Explore how you can bring these principles to life with a wealth of resources, from insightful publications and detailed reports to practical strategies—all tailored to help you embed DEI into every step of your digital transformation journey.

Publications and Reports

DEI and Digital Transformation
Artificial Intelligence: Systematic Prejudices. An Investigation into Bias Against Women and Girls in Large Language Models
The report investigates gender bias in large language models such as GPT-2, ChatGPT, and LLaMA 2. It analyses how these systems reproduce stereotypes and unequal representations of women and girls in AI-generated content.
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DEI and Digital Transformation
Intersectionality in digital content creation
The report explores how Cameroonian women use digital platforms for self-expression, gender equality, and political participation. It analyses how gender, class, education, and geography shape women’s digital content creation and visibility.
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DEI and Digital Transformation
Guide for establishing a governance framework for digital government in the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean
This guide developed by ECLAC proposes a model to strengthen institutional, cultural, and policy foundations for effective digital governance in Latin America and the Caribbean, promoting innovation and inclusive public service delivery.
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Gender Equality in R&I International Cooperation
Digital inclusion in Caribbean digital transformation frameworks and initiatives: a review
The report reviews how 11 Caribbean countries integrate inclusion in digital policies. It analyses how inequalities shape access, participation, and the social impact of digital transformation.
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DEI and Digital Transformation
Africa Business Leaders' Gender Statement
This statement outlines a collective commitment by leading African companies to advance gender equality. Developed through consultation and led by the ABLC Gender Taskforce, it promotes inclusive business leadership aligned with the UN SDGs and Global Compact.
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DEI and Digital Transformation
Reaching and Empowering Women with Digital Solutions in the Agricultural Last Mile
The report explores how gender-inclusive digital tools can boost women’s participation in agriculture. It identifies barriers in Digital for Agriculture (D4Ag) initiatives and highlights best practices for empowerment and inclusion.
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Insights from SPIDER working
group on DEI

The SPIDER project, an EU-funded initiative driving digital transformation and Research & Innovation (R&I) in collaboration with Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), recently hosted the Digital Dialogues Implementation Forum (DIF). This platform fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange among key stakeholders. In its latest meeting, 40 experts from Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean convened to strengthen cooperation and align digital transformation efforts.

As part of DIF, a working group (WG) on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) examined how these principles can shape EU-LAC cooperation and digital transformation research. Discussions focused on integrating intersectional gender perspectives into R&I content and identifying strategies to support diverse research teams across LAC and Europe. Key insights from these discussions are highlighted below.

Why DEI Matters in Digital Transformation
Digital transformation holds immense potential to reshape societies and economies, but without intentional DEI integration, it risks reinforcing existing inequalities.

  • Promoting Accessibility and Inclusion: Ensures digital tools and systems are designed for all users, including underrepresented and marginalized communities.
  • Driving Innovation: Diverse perspectives foster more creative, effective, and inclusive solutions.
  • Empowering Communities: Amplifies the voices of historically excluded groups, promoting equitable access and opportunities.

Key Principles for Integrating DEI in Digital Transformation

  1. Inclusive Research and Development
    · Implement diversity quotas and Gender Equality Plans to ensure balanced representation in research teams.
    · Leverage local networks to incorporate diverse perspectives in research activities.
    · Design flexible work arrangements to support caregivers, individuals with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.
  2. Tackling Barriers to DEI
    · Address unconscious biases with training and awareness programs.
    · Foster leadership commitment to build inclusive organizational cultures.
    · Embed DEI as a core element of institutional policies to overcome resistance to change.
  3. Leveraging Emerging Technologies
    · Use AI and data analytics to identify and mitigate biases in hiring, decision-making, and research outputs.
    · Develop inclusive design tools to ensure digital platforms meet diverse user needs.
    · Promote remote and hybrid collaboration tools to engage geographically dispersed and diverse teams.

Measuring DEI Progress in Digital Transformation
Effective DEI integration requires measurable outcomes. Key metrics include:

  • Representation of diverse groups in leadership and decision-making roles.
  • Retention and advancement rates of underrepresented team members.
  • Inclusivity feedback from stakeholders, supported by formal metrics like UNESCO’s SAGA indicators.

The Broader Impact of DEI in Digital Transformation
Embedding DEI principles into digital transformation ensures equitable access to technologies, challenges systemic inequalities, and promotes fairness. Strengthened international cooperation, such as EU-LAC collaborations, aligns strategies to achieve shared goals, fostering inclusive and sustainable growth.