Looking Ahead

The rapidly evolving DPI landscape requires the Framework to be dynamic and adaptive. Just as the Framework has been created through an inductive–deductive co-creation process, its evolution will be guided by a continuous listening–learning updating process. This first release of the Framework (Version 1.0) lays the foundation through five components. It is important to note that the list of responsible authorities, practices, and processes is not exhaustive, and further feedback, insights, and information curated during its application will be synthesized and incorporated into the emergent knowledge base as the Framework evolves.

The initiative will use the channels below for listening, learning, and evolving the Framework:

1. Ecosystem engagement: The initiative will continue to curate feedback to build additional processes and practices, KPIs, and lessons learned through expert and practitioner contributions. The initiative will continue to engage the ecosystem by creating awareness through campaigns (success stories, testimonials, and case studies), workshops, and contribution calls. Public feedback will be sought through online forums and open webinars, with special emphasis on underrepresented groups. This feedback will be systematically reviewed and integrated to ensure the Framework addresses diverse perspectives and needs.

2. Country implementation: The initiative will, directly and through the ecosystem, actively engage with stakeholders in countries to support their DPI adoption journeys. This will include identifying projects, facilitating connections to technical assistance/funding, and providing support for monitoring or assessment to improve impact. The experiences learned from these country implementations will inform ongoing updates and enhancements to the Framework, ensuring it remains relevant and effective across diverse contexts.

3. International organizations: The initiative will continue to engage with international organizations to collaborate, advocate, and support the effective use of the Universal DPI Safeguards Framework across DPI life cycles. Feedback received from these engagements and any processes and practices used by these organizations will be employed to enhance the Framework.

Regular updates will be announced and documented with detailed release notes. These updates will be openly accessible through the interactive knowledge library on the Universal DPI Safeguards website and the Universal DPI Safeguards Resource Hub. The updates will be available for download in multiple formats, ensuring that everyone can easily access and remain up to date on the latest version of the Framework.