How can technology and digital literacy contribute to women’s empowerment in rural areas in countries like India where social inequality still prevails?
Improved access to education can help women to come out of the vicious cycle of poverty, gender discrimination. eg- according to IMF- India's GDP can grow by 27% if women participation is there in work force. Effect of Education Better employment opportunities - it will provide women financial integRead more
Improved access to education can help women to come out of the vicious cycle of poverty, gender discrimination. eg- according to IMF- India’s GDP can grow by 27% if women participation is there in work force.
Effect of Education
- Better employment opportunities – it will provide women financial integrity, as they will engage in market focused activities
- Education of women will led to women development and women led development.
- Women with higher education are less likely to marry at early age and higher education promotes less pregnancies leading to control of population.
- Education of women is an important tool of women empowerment.
- Education of women can help in increased representation of women in political sphere, and help in improvement of government poverty alleviation program.
- Educated women can also become an important contributor to technological capabilities, research and development in the nation.
- Education of women is one of the most effective investment for increasing human capital, productivity, better family health and nutrition leading to economic development
However education of women alone cannot transform an economy it must be coupled with better government policies, finances, nutrition, safety in order for her to come out of patriarchal vicious cycle and foster “Beti bachao, beti padhao, beti ko atmanirbhar banao”
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Gender inequality persists in rural areas, particularly in countries like India, where women are often confined to their homes, burdened with domestic responsibilities, and subjected to domestic violence. They also have limited participation in decision-making processes. Introducing technology and dRead more
Gender inequality persists in rural areas, particularly in countries like India, where women are often confined to their homes, burdened with domestic responsibilities, and subjected to domestic violence. They also have limited participation in decision-making processes.
Introducing technology and digital literacy among rural women could significantly enhance their lives. It would provide better access to healthcare information, economic opportunities, and skill development. Furthermore, it could amplify their voices against social injustices. By leveraging technology, women could access crucial healthcare information, leading to improved health and well-being.
Moreover, connecting women to online markets could empower them to start their businesses and improve their economic standing. Skill development opportunities could enhance their employability and economic independence. Lastly, technology can empower women to raise their voices against social injustices, potentially leading to their engagement in local politics.
Harnessing technology and digital literacy could help women in rural areas overcome social inequalities, enhance their agency, and improve their overall well-being.
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