What is a Theory of Change?
A theory of change is a clear and organized way to understand how our actions lead to real changes in the world and impact people's lives.
Many of the issues we work on are complex, and we want to be sure that our work looks beyond delivering activities and considers how these activities, and our funding, influence wider systems on internet connectivity and access.
We know that one third of the world’s population do not have access to the Internet. This digital divide leads to negative effects on economic, political, and social inclusion and equality.
We know that the Internet paves the way for people and communities to thrive.
Our theory of change aims to tackle this challenge by empowering and supporting people to bring the Internet to everyone so that we can help to close the gap on economic, political and social inequality.
Problem statement
One-third of the world's population lacks access to the Internet, which limits people’s opportunities to access education, improve their livelihoods, and feel politically and socially connected. Yet there is insufficient funding, support, and policies to support everyone to gain access to and thrive from the Internet.
What impact will we have on those organizations as a result of our impactful giving?
Our funding to grantees will support the infrastructure, capacity, and skills they need to contribute to change. Our funding will contribute to grantee organizations having increased capacity and ability to:
What impact will the organizations we support have in the world?
Organizations and individuals we fund will make the Internet more available, accessible, and reliable, and they will support people and communities in overcoming societal challenges. These organizations will demonstrate a contribution to:
What impact will we have on others in our sector?
As experts in community connectivity, together with our partners, we can influence others to think differently about technology and connectivity. Through our funding and evidence base we hope to:
