 Today, digital technology touches nearly every aspect of our lives. The COVID-19 pandemic has also shown how we depend on being able to work, learn and access information online. However, connectivity is not yet universal. 3.6 billion people live without access to the internet. We must ensure that everyone can connect to the digital world in an accessible and affordable way. Digital technologies provide new means to advocate for, defend and exercise human rights. But they can also be used to violate human rights. We must uphold respect for human rights, not just offline, but also online. The digital domain is a growing zone of conflict and harm. Cyber attacks, including against healthcare facilities, disinformation and other online harms are rising. In a world where 52% of young women and girls have experienced abuse on the internet, we must protect people online. We need to take action today for future generations. Let us rise to this new challenge. We must connect, respect and protect all people in the digital age.