By Global Citizen
Publication Date: 2025-12-18 00:00:00
Technology can be a powerful path to opportunity — but only when communities have what they need to truly benefit from it. For too many people around the world, that means more than just internet access. It means having the digital skills to compete for good jobs, the infrastructure to support growing businesses, and the security to protect what they build.
Cisco’s 40 Communities Initiative takes a comprehensive approach to building connected, resilient, and thriving communities. That means addressing systemic challenges — from workforce readiness and small business growth to essential infrastructure and cybersecurity — so communities can adapt, innovate, and create new opportunities for everyone.
A Community-focused Approach
Over the next decade, Cisco’s 40 Communities Initiative aims to invest in 40 physical communities around the world, helping them become more connected, resilient, and thriving. The approach is built on the idea that every community has unique needs and…
