Not only is gender equity a fundamental human right, but it is also a cornerstone of a thriving, contemporary economy that promotes socioeconomic development that is stable.
Men and women must be prepared to participate and contribute their equal quota to improving societies and economies as a whole, which is why policies that could advance gender equity, particularly for women, are necessary.
Technological growth and gender equity are intrinsically intertwined. However, before now, men were 21% more likely than women to be in technology worldwide; this percentage jumped to 52% in developing nations.
According to a report, during the past ten years, hurdles that prevent women and girls from using the technology such as exorbitant device and data costs, a lack of digital literacy, and constrictive social standards have cost developing nations nearly $1 trillion.
Today’s technological advancements open up new doors for women’s economic development and can help promote gender equality.
The Internet, digital platforms, mobile devices, and digital financial services provide excellent prospects for everyone and have aided in bridging the gender gap by enabling women to gain skills and basic knowledge, generate more revenue, and expand their career paths.
However, this shouldn’t be the end of it; policies should be put in place to increase gender equity, and every chance should be taken to promote more gender equality in the workplace, spur economic development, and create a more open, technologically advanced society.
Policies that incorporate digital knowledge and abilities into programming for women. the development of technological tools and educational resources that demonstrate how to use technology effectively to support women’s digital literacy.
Highlighting methods that, when appropriate, better protect women’s identities. Women need stronger protection training in environments where governments strike on social media and technology use because they are more likely to become victims.
Technology policies that encourage and provide funding for initiatives that assist women in starting or growing tech-based enterprises or organizations. These technologies are available as web apps or mobile apps.
Women should make the most advantage of the capabilities of technology and leverage every available opportunity for policies to incorporate women in capacities to drive gender equity.
Technology and social media can be effective instruments for girls and women to participate in politics, take part in civic engagement and peacekeeping, and advocate for gender equity and their fundamental rights.
In celebration of the International Women’s Day coming up on the 8th of March, Mountain Hub is organizing a Fireside Chat on the 6th of March with Guest speaker NELLY CHATUE DIOP founder of Ejara, a Fintech startup who featured as one of the most Funded startup according to the Africa Investment Report 2022.
Interested in Joining the Fireside Chat on the 6th of March as from 7 P.M.? It’s simple, Register Here