CAGI Diversity and Inclusion Policy
The Cybersecurity & AI Governance Initiative (CAGI) is a global organisation built on collaboration, shared responsibility, and evidence based governance. Our mission relies on the strength of diverse expertise, cultures, and perspectives across governments, industry, and academia.
We recognise that meaningful governance is only possible when every voice has the opportunity to contribute and influence outcomes.
This policy sets out CAGI’s commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and globally representative institute.
It applies to Headquarters, Chapters, working groups, members, partners, and all affiliated activities.
1. Our Commitment
CAGI is committed to creating an environment where all individuals are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. We welcome participation regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, socio economic background, or professional status.
This commitment reflects our wider mission to close the global structural security gap by enabling transparent, accountable, and human centred governance frameworks.
Our approach is aligned with the principles of inclusive collaboration highlighted throughout CAGI’s founding materials, where governments, industry, and academia converge for the common good.
2. Why Diversity Matters to CAGI
Cybersecurity, AI governance, and quantum readiness are global issues that affect societies differently. CAGI cannot serve as a credible international institute if it does not reflect the diversity of those societies.
Diverse representation strengthens CAGI in four ways.
Better governance outcomes. Different lived experiences help anticipate risks and ensure governance frameworks are globally relevant.
Improved technical insight. Varied academic backgrounds, disciplines, and cultures broaden our ability to foresee threats and design practical solutions.
Stronger trust. Transparent global participation supports legitimacy among governments, citizens, and institutions.
Greater innovation. Multidisciplinary, multicultural teams produce better foresight, better standards, and stronger resilience.
3. Scope of the Policy
This policy covers all CAGI activities, including:
• Chapter formation and leadership appointments
• Steering Committee and Advisory Board composition
• Working group participation
• Event speaker selection and panel representation
• Membership engagement and programme design
• Recruitment for HQ and Chapter roles
• Research partnerships and academic collaboration
4. Operational Principles
4.1 Representation Across Governance Structures
CAGI aims for balanced global representation across Headquarters, Chapters, the Steering Committee, and the Advisory Board. No region, industry sector, or demographic should dominate decision making. This reflects CAGI’s role as a neutral global forum.
4.2 Fair and Transparent Selection Processes
Leadership roles, Chapter appointments, and working group participation will follow clear, merit based processes. We will prioritise inclusion of underrepresented regions, professions, and communities where governance capability is emerging.
4.3 Inclusive Participation
CAGI programmes, events, and working groups will be designed to enable accessible participation across geographies and time zones. Digital by default options, closed captioning, and inclusive scheduling will be standard practice.
4.4 Zero Tolerance of Discrimination
CAGI maintains a zero tolerance stance toward discrimination, harassment, or exclusionary behaviour. Any breaches will be investigated and acted upon in accordance with Chapter bylaws and HQ governance protocols.
4.5 Accessibility
CAGI commits to accessibility across its website, member portal, content, summits, and training. This includes adherence to accessibility standards, inclusive design principles, and alternative formats where needed.
5. Responsibilities
Headquarters
• Sets global diversity expectations and monitors compliance.
• Ensures leadership structures reflect our international mission.
• Embeds diversity principles into frameworks, research, and publications.
Chapters
• Promote inclusive membership and local events.
• Report annually on diversity participation metrics.
• Follow the global Diversity and Inclusion Policy within local context.
Steering Committee and Advisory Board
• Uphold inclusive governance practices during decision making.
• Encourage global representation in working groups and pilot programmes.
Members and Partners
• Engage respectfully with others.
• Contribute to a collaborative, open, and inclusive culture.
6. Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
CAGI will review diversity performance annually as part of its chapter evaluation and institute wide reporting processes.
Where gaps exist, CAGI will take corrective action and provide guidance to Chapters to improve local representation and inclusion.
Continuous improvement aligns with CAGI’s commitment to responsible governance, transparency, and evidence based decision making, as outlined in its strategic materials.
7. Public Commitment
CAGI will publish this policy on the website as part of our governance framework. It demonstrates our belief that strong governance begins with strong community values.
A diverse institute is not a branding choice. It is central to CAGI’s purpose of shaping trust in the digital future.