More inclusion starting from the research phase --- Of course erasing the already existing divide is and will be hard, but perhaps a first step could be that of fostering inclusion from the research and technology development phases by more meaningful scientific collaborations between Global North and Global South focused on mutual benefits, adapted to different needs and realities; and by integrating (maybe pooling for? also through science diplomacy?) the setting-up of funding systems that can directly assist in the implementation and deployment of the technology in all the countries involved in the scientific project/initiative.

Source author: Aura Fossati aura.fossati@gmail.com