Change The Face Summit: Gender-inclusive approaches for business and social impact: Insights from the mobile industry

Gender inclusivity isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s a strategic business imperative. This session uncovers how Mobile Network Operators are turning commitment into action, using the EQUALS Gender Inclusivity Index to identify gaps, drive change, and unlock tangible benefits for employees, customers, and communities. Discover what works, what still challenges the industry, and how inclusive practices can shape the future of business and social impact.

16:45 – 17:30

Presentation of EQUALS Gender Inclusivity Index Pilot Key Findings

Fireside Chat

17:30 – 17:45

Annual EQUALSinTech Awards

The EQUALS in Tech Awards recognize initiatives and organizations that are committed to advancing gender equality in the digital age and to creating equal opportunities for women and girls to fully benefit from the digital economy. The Awards are organized and presented by the EQUALS Global Partnership for Gender Equality in the Digital Age, a global, multi-stakeholder network bringing together governments, private-sector actors, international organizations, civil society, and research institutions. Founded by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), UN Women, the International Trade Centre, GSMA, and United Nations University, the partnership works collectively to expand women’s access to digital technologies, strengthen digital skills, and support women’s leadership and success in the technology sector.