Item
GLOBALISATION AND DIGITAL LITERACY: A TOOL FOR WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT FOR A DIGITALLY TRANSFORMED FUTURE
- Author
- Dr. Assad Mehmood Khan
- Year
- 2025
- Publisher
- Journal for Current Sign
- DOI/Link
- View Source
- Abstract
- The intersection of globalization and digital literacy offers unprecedented opportunities for women’s empowerment, enabling them to overcome socio-economic barriers and achieve agency in a digitally evolving world. Framed by Pierre Bourdieu’s Theory of Social Capital, this study explores how digital literacy serves as a critical tool for enhancing women’s access to resources, networks, and opportunities within a globalized context. The research emphasizes the cultural and systemic factors that influence women's digital inclusion and empowerment. Employing a qualitative research methodology, the study relies on an extensive review of literature, policy documents, and case studies from both developed and developing countries. The analysis focuses on identifying patterns in digital literacy programs, cultural barriers, and their impact on women’s ability to build and leverage social capital. The data interpretation utilizes thematic analysis, critically examining narratives and trends in digital empowerment initiatives. The findings underscore that while globalization provides a platform for expanding women's participation in the digital economy, structural inequalities persist. These include limited access to technology, patriarchal norms, and inadequate digital education. However, the study highlights the transformative potential of targeted digital literacy initiatives, which enable women to acquire valuable skills, engage with broader social networks, and access economic opportunities previously beyond their reach. The study’s implications suggest that governments, NGOs, and global organizations should collaborate to design culturally sensitive and inclusive digital literacy programs. These initiatives must address systemic challenges, integrate community-based approaches, and promote long-term sustainability.