JANET LONGMORE

Founder and CEO, Digital Opportunity Trust

A passionate believer in the power and potential of young women and men as catalysts for global change, Janet works tirelessly to promote the meaningful engagement of youth for a resilient and inclusive digital economy. Over 20 years, she has established an ecosystem of offices in Africa and the Middle East and partnerships with the private sector, governments and community organizations. Working with these diverse stakeholders, DOT’s network of thousands, local young leaders has reached millions of members of disadvantaged communities.

The recognition of her social innovation and international leadership includes Canadian Meritorious Service Cross (2016); Canada’s representative and Co-Chair to the Business Leaders Caucus (GPEDC); Schwab Foundation Social Entrepreneur; Ashoka Senior Fellow; co-founder Catalyst 2030 global movement of social change innovators; member of World Economic Forum Global Agenda Councils.