Rowena Candice Ruiz Keywords digital transformation public procurement capacity building technology solutions sustainable development Read more about Rowena Candice Ruiz Rowena Candice Ruiz is an expert on digital transformation and public procurement. Her leadership has led to innovative reforms, focusing on data-driven policies, capacity building, and technology solutions for efficiency and transparency. She secured the Philippines' observer status in the World Trade Organization – Committee on Government Procurement in 2019. During the pandemic, she spearheaded digital transformation for crisis adaptation, fostering transparency in public funds through online portals.
Gender and Energy in South Asia Read more about Gender and Energy in South Asia This presentation discussed the gender equity and social inclusion (GESI) framework in the energy sector in South Asia. It also outlined the South Asia Department's experience in developing operationally relevant tools, gender-related capacities, introducing evidence-based approaches to gender and energy, and engaging in energy sector policy dialogue and technology solutions.