Women

This year, we focus attention on the need for technology and innovation to advance gender equality. There is no question that technology is reshaping life as we ...

Today, women make up less than one third of the workforce across science, technology, engineering, and maths. But today, because of incomplete data and poorly-designed algorithms, they may make bias worse. The good news is that women are leading the charge to make technology safer, more accessible, more inclusive, and better regulated. We need action to create a safe digital environment and hold harassers, abusers and the digital platforms that enable them to account. And third, we must make the online world safe for women and girls. Today, three billion people are still unconnected to the internet – the majority of them women and girls in developing countries.

On International Women's Day, we are reminded of the work still to be done to advance the gender equality agenda in a digital age. Awareness of women's rights ...

This starts with equality in law for women and girls everywhere. Despite unprecedented challenges facing women all over the world, these dedicated stakeholders must remain steadfast in their commitment to pursuing gender-responsive legal reform, using technology and other means in at least 100 countries. Among others, these reforms have begun to reverse generations of injustice and address the legal needs of millions. Approaching the four-year mark is an opportunity to recommit to ensuring women’s fundamental human rights and close these remaining gender gaps once and for all. On International Women’s Day, we are reminded of the work still to be done to advance the gender equality agenda in a digital age. Legal reform is especially urgent: More than 2.5 billion women and girls live in a discriminatory environment or lack essential protections.

African Development Bank Vice President for Agriculture, Human and Social Development, Dr. Beth Dunford, joined Karine on Zoom for a conversation about this ...

Women in [tech and digital fields], are relegated to the most basic career functions, hidden behind the administration or the computer. VP Dunford: This year’s International Women’s Day theme is “DigitALL: Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality.” What does that mean to you? I would have say( in my opinion) that women are only 10% because unfortunately, on the ground, we don't really feel this higher percentage of women in this field. The exact phrase {for the honor] is that I was honored for my work, for my contributions to my community – not only technical support, but also for what I am teaching my community. Today, the digital communication consultant, digital expert, social media manager, represents large companies and personalities, including running the social media accounts of numerous, highest-level politicians in Francophone Africa. Beth Dunford about women in digital sector

News and Press Release in English on Kenya about Agriculture, Health, Drought and more; published on 7 Mar 2023 by Action Against Hunger.

Women are even forming their own support groups without Action Against Hunger, and then coming to us for guidance as their group grows. JK: The main aim of the support group is for women to understand their rights at the household level. The groups build a base for women to jumpstart income generating activities and boost their businesses. We talked to Jemimah Khamadi, Action Against Hunger’s Program Director in Kenya, to explain the transformation of the support groups and how in some cases, they’ve helped women thrive, not just survive. JK: Men play an essential role in advancing for gender equity in each community, and we often encourage them to join the groups. They have no rights to land ownership, and they have no rights to sell livestock. Girls are able to attend school less and less, as their communities move constantly to find water, food, and grazing land for their livestock. The long distances traveled by women and girls exposes them to sexual exploitation and early pregnancies. When water is limited, women and girls face increased dangers to their health and safety. Despite rising mental health concerns, stress levels, disease outbreaks, and food prices, women are finding comfort in each other and sharing strategies to persevere. But Action Against Hunger’s support groups are finally giving women across the region a platform to safely express their fears, concerns, and even hopes. Women bear the brunt of these challenges, often facing injustice and discrimination in the hands of male-dominated societies.

On the sidelines of the US-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington DC in December, women leaders from Africa came together to assess gender lens investing on ...

She said supporting women entrepreneurs has a noticeable impact on political stability and the risk of terrorism, as observed in Somaliland. She thanked the African Women’s Leadership Forum, RisCura, the UN Economic Commission and the Millennium Development Authority for their support and participation in the forum. Jarred Glansbeek, asked to make the case for investing in women-led funds in Africa, explained that there is a rigorous process of assessing these fund managers that is no different from other funds. In her closing remarks, Anne Aliker, Head, Client Coverage International at Standard Bank, lauded the various stakeholders for the steps that have been taken to build and promote the fund. She observed that Africa is very wide and has tremendous needs, comparing it to a gravelly road that needs to be made into a highway. Without women at the highest levels of decision making, issues to do with women are likely to be neglected. This, she said, is an example of what women can achieve when they believe in themselves and have the support that they need. The empowerment of women, she argued, is key to changing the African story from one of poverty and crisis to a more positive outlook. Women entrepreneurs also grapple with the lack of capacity to maintain and grow their businesses. While that sounds impressive, it is still well shy of the over-$3trn gap in financing that women face. In particular, African women need to be adequately represented in the decision making, including in investment and asset management. “Coming together and working on solutions that have worked in the African context is key,” she emphasised.

SKOPJE/VIENNA/WARSAW, 8 March 2023 – Marking International Women's Day, OSCE leaders urged further action to explore and embrace innovation and digital ...

“We need to strengthen our efforts to leverage digital technologies and innovation for gender equality across the OSCE region.” “At a time where online communication and digital technologies dominate so many aspects of our lives, equal access is a precondition for women and girls to equally enjoy human rights,” said ODIHR Director Matteo Mecacci. “Digital technology provides an important means for all women and girls to access information and share views, and contributes to promoting their inclusion, participation and rights in society.

International Women's Day is an important day to push for gender equality and shine a well-deserved spotlight on the women in our lives.

Aya feels that there are less growth opportunities for women in the tech industry: “It is very rare to find a women as the head of a department or in a tech lead role in the industry. By working together, we can help more women and girls to have the same freedom and opportunities to live the life they desire. Technology and digital education can also help to improve gender equality and empowerment for women in this way. You can gain all of the benefits of working in tech without having a technical background or working in a hands-on technical position.” Present-day role models are particularly important to showcase all of the possibilities to women who are passionate about technology and it’s potential to make a difference. While we are becoming increasingly aware of the inequalities women face in access to technology and digital skills, it is vital that they aren’t left behind as a result. You can choose the industry you want to work in and there is a world of opportunities. Even with additional barriers to working in the industry, women have championed the advancement of transformative technology and, with increasing importance, digital education. We are also committed to supporting women in the world of technology. Today is a day to recognise the achievements of women around the world. This International Women’s Day is the perfect opportunity to reflect on how equality in the technology industry could be achieved. At Moodle, the concept of equity is one that reflects our core values, as we strive to help provide fair and equitable access to education for people of all genders.

A woman rides a motorcycle in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso on March 2, 2023. The motorcycle has already become a symbol of financial autonomy for many women in ...

"Young women today were brought up on his ideas." 'My husband is doing OK,' was what women used to say," Vokouma said. "But we (in Burkina) turned to motorbikes before using cars." "I'd never seen women drive with such attitude, such independence," he said. This is man's work. "They say, 'You're a woman, what are doing here?

This Women's Day, Spiceworks got in touch with leaders across the globe to discuss the impact of the digital gender gap on economic and social inequalities.

As we continue to strive for equality, it helps to remember that when various points of view come together, the result is greater output and innovation. “Every year on March 8th, we celebrate International Women’s Day to honor the numerous sacrifices, struggles, and successes of women throughout history. Organizations can support this aim by increasing awareness of the possibilities for women in tech and by encouraging its leaders to mentor other women in the workplace. Encouraging women that they deserve to take advantage of these digital opportunities from a young age can help to minimize the gap by empowering them to take up space online.” “As we celebrate International Women’s Day 2023, it is important to recognize the many ambitious and visionary women that have pioneered a path for me to follow. Each business is different, and some of these may not be applicable to all, but the bottom line is that organizations need to adapt their policies to their people. As someone who was never encouraged to explore a career in computer security, I know firsthand the importance of opening up diverse paths for young girls and women. They need to continue to offer workforce education and mentoring programs and provide more opportunities for women to excel in all aspects of the industry. Despite the challenges that may come with entering the tech industry, I am energized by the prospect of learning and contributing to a dynamic field. “The digital gender gap has far-reaching implications, not just for women today but for their families, future generations and society as a whole. The lack of gender diversity in tech is an issue we all need to think about and be active in combating, not only on International Women’s Day but every day.” While people are much more aware of the gender gap than they have been in the past, a divide still remains that needs to be overcome.