TECH4ALL: Digital Inclusion
Digital technologies are driving economic growth and improving social well-
being at an incredible rate and on an unprecedented scale. This will significantly
accelerate progress towards achieving the SDGs, in turn reducing poverty and
hunger, improving health, creating new jobs, easing the effects of climate change,
improving energy efficiency, and achieving the sustainable development of cities
and communities. However, there is still a digital divide. About half of the world’s
population has no access to the Internet or the necessary skills to use it. If we do
not act now, they will be unable to secure a place in the future digital world.
Huawei’s vision is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a
fully connected, intelligent world. We want to help everyone benefit from digital
technology, and do what we can so that no one is left behind in the digital world.
This is the reason why we promote digital inclusion. To this end, we will work on
three priorities: technology, applications, and skills.
Tech for all. Pass it on.First, technology is the foundation. Huawei will build a fully connected, intelligent world using its innovative
technologies in connectivity, computing, AI, cloud, and mobile devices.
Second, applications are the key. Huawei will empower ecosystem partners and help developers create customized
applications for different regions, communities, industries, and groups.
Third, skills provide assurance. Huawei will work with many organizations, such as local governments, universities,
and communities, to enhance digital skills and develop digital talent for the future.
Huawei does not simply pursue technological advances; we focus more on the social value created by technology.
To help more people and organizations benefit from digital technology, Huawei launched its digital inclusion
initiative and action plan, TECH4ALL. Building on business sustainability, we will make long-term, non-profit
investments that ensure the sustainability of digital inclusion. By working with global partners such as UN agencies,
NGOs, research institutes, governments, carriers, and enterprise customers, we will promote digital inclusion by
focusing on four high impact domains: supporting equal access to high-quality education, protecting the fragile
environment, promoting health and well-being, and driving balanced development. So far, we have only taken
small steps forward. In the future, we hope that more individuals and organizations will join the TECH4ALL
initiative to jointly advance progress towards the achievement of the SDGs.
160 Huawei Investment & Holding Co., Ltd.