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External Affairs

Strengthening the mobile industry’s contribution to a better future.

Our mission

Mobile connectivity is central to tackling some of society’s most significant challenges. Through the mobile industry’s commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, connectivity is transforming the lives of billions.

The GSMA acts on behalf of the mobile industry, building partnerships with governments, international organisations and the private sector worldwide to enable sustainability, curb climate change, embed responsible AI and address digital inclusion.

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Our programmes

Discover how the mobile industry is addressing some of society’s greatest challenges and improving the lives of people around the world.

AI for Impact

Scaling mobile big data analytics and AI for a better future.

Climate Action

Transitioning the mobile industry to net zero by 2050.

International Relations

Building strategic international relationships to drive collaboration on global challenges.

Sustainability

Embedding sustainability and ESG best practices into the heart of business strategy.

Our initiatives

Find out how the GSMA is bringing together the mobile industry with governments and NGOs for a multi-sector approach to positively impact society.

Breaking Barriers

Breaking down barriers to digital inclusion by addressing the usage gap.

How we are Breaking Barriers

We Care

A multi-stakeholder initiative to deliver local solutions with a positive impact on society.

We Care initiative

GSMA Handset Affordability Coalition

A global coalition to enhance handset affordability for low- and middle-income countries

About the Coalition

External Affairs thought leadership

Videos, toolkits, case studies and more – discover a wealth of information and analysis with our expert thought leadership.

AI for Impact Expert Series

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Climate Action Toolkit

The AI Ethics Playbook & Self -Assessment Questionnaire

ESG Metrics for Mobile

Material sustainability issues for the mobile sector – 2023 Update

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External Affairs events

Our events highlight industry best practices, the latest research, expert knowledge and tools to address the most pressing issues facing the world today. For more information on our events, specific requests for speakers or related activities, please contact betterfuture@gsma.com

MWC Barcelona

See the MWC Barcelona highlights from the External Affairs team

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1-2 October, 2024

M360 APAC

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8-10 October, 2024

MWC Las Vegas 2024

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