Dates
Opening on15/11/2024
Closing on15/12/2024
Contacts
Email Your nameTelecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA)
Mobile numberEmpowering Vulnerable Communities Through Digital Inclusion
As part of the UAE's efforts to build an
inclusive and digitally empowered society, this consultation focuses on
understanding how technology can help bridge gaps for vulnerable and
underserved communities. It seeks to explore ways to ensure equal access to
digital government services for everyone especially migrant workers, elderly
residents, women and people of determination by identifying barriers, gathering public
insights, and encouraging innovative, human-centered solutions that promote
digital inclusion across the nation.
Objectives:
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To gather public opinions on how
digital transformation initiatives can better serve vulnerable and underserved
communities, including migrant workers, people of determination, and the elderly.
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To identify the main challenges
these groups face in accessing and using digital government services.
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To explore innovative ideas and
practical solutions that promote equal digital access for all residents in the
UAE.
Expected
Outcomes:
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Deeper understanding of
accessibility gaps and user needs across vulnerable groups.
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Actionable recommendations to
enhance inclusivity and usability of digital platforms.
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Increased community engagement and
awareness of digital rights and opportunities.
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Contribution to the UAE Digital
Government Strategy 2025 goals on inclusion and participation.
Outcome
Total Participants to
the consultation survey= 139
Topics: Digital
Inclusion, Accessibility, Digital Skills, Participation, and Vulnerable Groups
Outcome Summary:
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Participants highlighted complex platforms and limited digital skills as
the main barriers to digital inclusion.
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The community recommended simplified language, mobile-friendly
interfaces, multilingual support, and digital literacy workshops to ensure all
users-especially vulnerable groups-can access government services confidently.
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These insights contribute directly to the UAE Digital Government
Strategy 2025 goal of inclusivity and accessibility.