ROLE OF DIGITAL LITERACY IN WOMEN EMPOWERMENT

Digital Literacy plays a significant role in women’s empowerment by giving access to information, education and job opportunities. It enables women to learn, communicate, connect with others, raise their voice for self, breaking down social barriers and also reducing isolation. Digital literacy can also improve women’s participation in political and civic life, giving them voice and platform to share their opinions and ideas. Additionally, it can lead to better job prospects, increased income and greater financial independence by using various online platforms. However, there are still significant barriers to digital literacy for women, including unavailability of technology, lack of knowledge of using technology, culture and social norms, gender-based violence through online. By considering the above challenges it is essential to achieve gender equality and empower women through digital literacy.