Go Digital ASEAN

In an increasingly digitized world, how can we ensure the poor and marginalized have the tools to succeed in the digital economy? The divide between the under-connected and the hyperdigitalized will only deepen in the current global crisis, exacerbating inequalities and sapping potential for growth. Targeting disadvantaged communities across ASEAN, the Go Digital ASEAN initiative is designed to equip MSMEs and youth, particularly those in rural and isolated areas, with crucial digital skills and tools; expand economic opportunity across ASEAN countries; and minimize the negative impact from the Covid-19 crisis.

This project will reach up to 200,000 underserved people and rural micro-enterprises across the region, including 60% women and 40% youth (age range between 15 and 35 years). By leveraging The Asia Foundation’s on-ground networks, the initiative will directly benefit those that have the most to gain from digital literacy and ensure a foothold in the digital economy.

Working with governments, local partners, and youth volunteers across the 10 ASEAN countries, Go Digital ASEAN delivers trainings for beneficiaries in villages and secondary cities, equips MSME owners and workers with the tools to leverage the digital economy, and provides information on Covid-19 assistance.