The Global Digital Justice Forum is a dynamic coalition driven by a vision of digital justice. Our forum represents a diverse array of civil society stakeholders, including sustainable development organizations, digital rights networks, feminist groups, corporate watchdogs, communication rights campaigners, trade unions and cooperatives. At the heart of the Global Digital Justice Forum lies the promise of reinvigorating international cooperation in response to the transformative shifts in digital technology.

Within our vision, civil society and social movements are pivotal players in shaping digital policy, from the global to the local level. We believe that a truly equitable, inclusive, and development-oriented digital society is only possible through active participation and agenda-setting by people from all walks of life. The voices of marginalized communities should guide the processes leading to digital justice. To this end, we advocate for a democratized and meaningful form of participation that enables agile, accountable, and people- and planet-centric policies.

The so-called digital divide underscores a larger development divide. The aspirations of the international community encapsulated in the 2030 Agenda must not be overshadowed or contingent upon digitalization. Instead, any digital policies must aspire to harness the potential of digitalization as a positive force, enhancing the well-being and dignity of all individuals.

Members of the Forum have an impact footprint across South Asia, East Asia, the Pacific, Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America and collaborate with alliances and civil society groups in North America and the European Union. We engage with multilateral, and national level stakeholders as part of our advocacy work, and we are currently engaged with the Global Digital Compact process through consultations and trainings.

IT for Change acts as the secretariat of the Global Digital Justice Forum. To join the Forum or engage in its activities, click here.