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Gender equality and the empowerment of women through ICT (pdf 400kb)

This report provides a summary of critical gender equality issues related to ICT and development and outlines potential opportunities for women's economic, social and political empowerment.

The report focuses on the twofold need to address the gender divide and reduce inequalities related to ICT and to identify ways to use ICT proactively and effectively to promote gender equality and the empowerment of women.

Key strategies and tools to address the gender digital divide in national and international contexts are presented. Examples of good practice on gender equality and ICT are also elaborated throughout the report.

 

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