#DEI Agenda

Citiverse Council – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Agenda

The Citiverse Council is committed to building a digital future where innovation serves everyone. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Agenda ensures that the development of the CitiVERSE ecosystem reflects the diversity of our communities and creates equitable opportunities for participation, leadership, and economic growth.

We believe that smart cities, digital twins, AI, Web3, and emerging technologies must be designed with people at the center. Inclusive governance, accessible digital infrastructure, and diverse representation are essential to creating trusted and resilient digital societies.

Our DEI Agenda focuses on:

• Promoting inclusive leadership across government, industry, academia, and civil society.

• Increasing opportunities for women, youth, Indigenous communities, newcomers, and underrepresented groups in emerging technologies.

• Encouraging equitable participation in AI, digital identity, tokenization, digital assets, and smart city innovation.

• Supporting policies and standards that reduce barriers to digital participation and economic opportunity.

• Building global partnerships that advance diversity, accessibility, and responsible innovation.

The Citiverse Council recognizes that innovation and inclusion are mutually reinforcing. By fostering diverse perspectives, we strengthen collaboration, improve decision-making, and create technologies that better serve citizens worldwide.

We also acknowledge the importance of public leadership in advancing gender equality and inclusive economic participation. 

Supporting the vision advanced by Canada's  Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), the Honourable Rechie Valdez, the Council is committed to fostering international collaboration that empowers women, entrepreneurs, diverse communities, and future leaders in the development of AI, Digital Twins, Web3, and smart city ecosystems.

Citiverse Council Initiative – Participation Form