Hyderabad, Sept. 15 -- By Manisha Dhulipala

Technology today shapes economies, cultures, and identities. Yet, human-centred design has long focused on the "average" user, overlooking gender inclusivity. Platforms and apps rarely consider transgender individuals, making access and usability especially difficult for this marginalised group.

The link between technology and inequality is vital for institutions and nations to address. At the 4th Gender & Inclusion Conference in August, hosted by the Centre for Development Policy and Practice (CDPP), a key panel explored how policy and governance can foster technological inclusivity.

Women and other genders remain underrepresented in tech creation, use, and regulation, making them less likel...