Information and Communication Technologies for Women's Socioeconomic Empowerment: Volume 176 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780821381335)

This paper reviews how women in the developing world access and use information and communication technology (ICT). It examines the discourse and controversies surrounding the digital gender divide, including links to poverty and illiteracy. Major themes concerning women and ICTs are explored, such as women in the ICT workforce, how girls and women relate differently to ICT, and opportunities and barriers for women in science and technology in general. Current research relating to gender and ICT is often country-specific and is more prevalent in developed countries than in developing countries. This paper suggests where additional research is needed on barriers to women's entry and access to ICT. The overall objective of this paper is to influence policy dialogue around women and ICT for development by raising awareness of the digital gender divide. Economic opportunity for women in ICT will not be realized until policies address gender considerations and ensure that ICT investment contributes to more sustainable and equitable development.

Author: Samia Melhem,Claudia Morrell,Nidhi Tandon
ISBN-10: 0821381334
ISBN-13: 9780821381335
Publisher: World Bank Publications
Language: English
Published: 10/02/2009
Pages: 96
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.41lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.20d

Review Citation(s):
Scitech Book News 12/01/2009 pg. 30