Celebrating a decade of partnership, progress and collective action - and looking ahead to the future. New York, 21 September In 2016, the EQUALS Global Partnership was launched with a shared conviction: women and girls must be able not only to access the digital world, but to shape it, lead in it and benefit fully from the opportunities it creates. Ten years later, EQUALS brings together partners across governments, international organizations, the private sector, academia a

From strategic discussions among Principals and Focal Points to an informal Partner Get-Together, the EQUALS community aligned on EQUALS 2.0, strengthened partnerships, and set priorities for the years ahead. 7–9 July 2026 – Geneva: During a week of meetings and community engagement in Geneva, the EQUALS Global Partnership brought together its Board of Principals, Focal Points, and partners to define the next phase of the partnership. The discussions focused on implementing E

As artificial intelligence reshapes economies, workplaces and entrepreneurship around the world, one question is becoming increasingly urgent: who will benefit from the AI revolution, and who risks being left behind? At the AI for Good Global Summit 2026, EQUALS convened two high-level dialogues to explore this challenge from complementary perspectives. Bringing together leaders from international organizations, governments, the private sector and civil society, the sessions

International Girls in ICT Day, led by International Telecommunication Union, is celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of April aiming at encouraging girls and young women to pursue careers in STEM. This year’s theme, “AI for Development: Girls shaping the digital future”, highlights the importance of bridging digital divides and fostering leadership among women in emerging technologies. A workshop on AI and inclusion To mark the occasion, GSMA, in partnership with Veriz