Women and Technology: Bridging the Digital Divide

Women and Technology: Bridging the Digital Divide

Dr.V.Anandha Valli

Assistant Professor in Commerce

T.D.M.N.S College, T.Kallikulam, Valliyur, Tirunelveli District

(Affiliated to Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, India)

Abstract

The digital divide has been a persistent issue globally, and while technology offers vast opportunities for economic and social advancement, women continue to face significant barriers to technology adoption and usage. This paper explores the gender gap in technology access, adoption, and use, highlighting the factors that contribute to this divide and its socio-economic implications. The paper further examines the strategies being implemented to bridge the digital divide for women and presents data on how overcoming these barriers can drive gender equality and empower women in various sectors, including education, healthcare, and entrepreneurship.  This research paper offers a comprehensive analysis of the digital divide for women, its impacts, and recommendations for bridging this gap. The data presented reinforces the importance of closing this divide for economic, educational, and social progress. It concludes with recommendations for policies and interventions that can enhance women's digital participation and technological empowerment.

Keywords

Women, Technology, Digital Divide, Gender Gap, Digital Literacy, Access, Empowerment, ICT, Digital Inclusion.