Digital Governance

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As evolving technologies present new opportunities for governments and citizens to advance openness and accountability, OGP participating governmentsOGP participating countries and locals – often referred to as OGP members – are committed to working with civil society to strengthen their adherence to open government values. To join OGP as a pa... are working to create policies that deal with the threats these technologies present. Commitments in this area generally fall under:

• Automated Decision-MakingAs governments are increasingly turning to algorithms to support decision-making for public services, transparency and accountability of algorithm use is necessary to minimize their harm and increase ...
• Data Stewardship and PrivacyGovernments are working to implement appropriate policies that protect data rights and privacy, in the face of pressing issues surrounding invasive technologies and surveillance. Technical specificati...
• Digital InclusionPrioritizing digital inclusion — such as by expanding broadband access to remote areas or removing barriers to affordable internet — helps ensure all citizens have the opportunity to participate. ...
• Disinformation/MisinformationNew technologies have allowed for the exponential growth of partisan propaganda and fake news, and governments must create policies that tackle disinformation and increase citizens’ media literacy. ...
• Online Civic SpaceAs online spaces for participation become increasingly popular, governments must work to ensure protection of basic rights — including the freedoms of expression, assembly, and association — in th...