The UNCDF Gender Disaggregated Mapping Tool is a resource designed to accompany institutions in assessing — and addressing — their issues in regard to gender disaggregated data.

Start here to determine if the government has formally committed to drive financial inclusion through digital financial services (DFS) and how to start leveraging these "policy anchors.”

Start here to use desk-based research to identify policy barriers and opportunities in your market.

Start here to review and apply guidance from international standard-setting bodies.

Start here if you are ready to learn more about the key areas that make regional harmonisation possible and to conduct an initial assessment of your region.

Start here to summarise your findings, shortlist your policy options, weigh trade-offs, and select viable policy options for your country or region.

Start here to engage with public sector actors, private sector actors and consumer groups who are (a) involved in the policymaking process or (b) impacted by the relevant policy or regulation.

An advisory panel is an important mechanism by which civil society can directly influence the policymaking process. “Convening” organisations can support the infrastructure of the panel, make introductions to regulators, and support regulators in taking civil society recommendations forward.

Start here if you would like to support your staff in learning new skills and knowledge as part of the policymaking process.

Broadband networks lay the groundwork for fostering inclusion in the digital economy by providing Internet access to billions of people all over the world.

Consumer protection policy defends consumers and seeks to reduce the information asymmetries between providers and consumers that impede informed choices.

A strong data protection framework helps foster consumer trust and use of digital tools, which can incentivize investment, competition and innovation in the digital economy.

As economies shift to digital and online models, threats can quickly outpace traditional approaches to data security. Governments and organizations need to be proactive in creating and adapting systems to face these threats.

An effective digital ID program democratises access to electronic transactions, and services that are offered digitally, like education, healthcare and financial services.

Competition can be beneficial to the end-user but — especially in the digital economy — competition laws and policies must be in place to protect the consumers and their data

Fair access to communication channels plays an important role in fostering inclusion by preventing operators of communications networks from unfair discrimination.

Cross-border data flows are a crucial part of digital economies — but regulations must be put into place that protect industries, populations, and territories.

Financial health encompasses important aspects of an individual’s financial life: security, control and freedom. Governments can help create an environment where people can effectively manage their day-to-day economic needs and invest in the future.