The Digital Transformation Framework initiative is led by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda and supported with technical expertise and resources from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF), the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), UN Women and the Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO).
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Government of Antigua and Barbuda (GOAB)
Government of Antigua and Barbuda (GOAB)
The Ministry of ICTs is a beneficiary of the support provided by the various UN Agencies to assist with ensuring the continuation of Antigua and Barbuda's Digital Transformation journey.
United Nations Development System (UNDS) Partners
The Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO)
The RCO through its convening and coordinating power effectively mobilized the UNDS to respond to the Government’s request and provides additional guidance and support to the UNDS in its execution of the digital transformation framework.
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
UNICEF has introduced pioneering work in social protection with the development of the Humanitarian cash Operations and Programme Ecosystem (Hope), designed to support the distribution of emergency cash assistance to those in need during Covid-19.
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)
PAHO is leading efforts to advance the digital transformation of the health sector in Antigua and Barbuda, aligning with global priorities like the UN Roadmap for Digital Cooperation and leveraging regional partnerships to build resilient, data-driven health systems.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
UNDP has been leading the Digital Readiness Assessment (DRA). By leveraging existing initiatives such as the Accelerator Labs, Digital Advocates Network, and IT transformation, and by enhancing the digital skills of its workforce, UNDP seeks to amplify its support to partners and achieve a multiplier effect on development outcomes.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
UNESCO is a leading actor and responsive partner in supporting the journey to inclusive digital transformation in Antigua and Barbuda.
International Telecommunications Union (ITU)
ITU is the United Nations specialized agency for digital technologies (ICTs). ITU works to close this digital divide through universal connectivity and sustainable digital transformation.
UN Women
UN Women pledges its full support to the government and people of Antigua and Barbuda to further promote women's economic empowerment and gender equality.