The Impact of Women Breaking Digital Access Barriers

In today's digital world, access to technology and the Internet enables boundless opportunities.  Now more than ever, women and girls are seizing these opportunities to smash barriers and soar to new heights. For women and girls, achieving digital equity is more than gaining access to the devices and connectivity that empower them—it is also about safeguarding their journey. As we celebrate International Women's Day, here are three reasons why digital equity is a game-changer for women and girls’ empowerment.  

1. Empowering through Education and Workforce Opportunities Digital equity ensures equitable access to education and workforce opportunities. By providing women and girls with access to online learning platforms, educational resources, and digital skills training programs, they get the tools they need to thrive in a technology-driven society.
2. Building Support Networks and Amplifying Voices Online spaces provide women and girls with platforms to connect, collaborate, and amplify their voices on issues that matter to them. Digital equity ensures that women and girls have a seat at the table and a voice in online discussions, allowing them to advocate for their rights, share their experiences, and mobilize support for social change.  
3. Safeguarding Women's Online Journey Unfortunately, digital technologies can also be used as tools of coercion, control, and violence against women and girls. Digital equity initiatives address this challenge by providing resources, support, and legal protections to survivors of gender-based violence and technology-enabled abuse. From online counseling services to digital evidence collection tools, women and girls have access to a range of resources to seek help and navigate the legal system.