ISLAMABAD, Dec 5 :The government is formulating a Gender Digital Divide Policy to enhance women\u2019s access to the digital economy.
\n\u201cThe government is committed to ending the digital gender divide,\u201d an official from the Ministry of IT said.
\n\u201cWomen\u2019s access to technology and the internet is essential for their empowerment, which can be achieved through the provision of digital devices and internet connectivity,\u201d the official added.
\nThe government is actively working to eliminate barriers that hinder women\u2019s use of mobile phones and Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
\n\u201cDigitalization can empower women and help integrate them into mainstream politics,\u201d he said.
\nThe Prime Minister\u2019s Free Laptop Scheme is playing a significant role in expanding access to digital tools, the official highlighted.
\nAdditionally, efforts are underway to implement the Smartphones for All Policy, which aims to provide affordable smartphones to the public.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD, Dec 5 :The government is formulating a Gender Digital Divide Policy to enhance women\u2019s access to the digital economy. \u201cThe government is committed to ending the digital gender divide,\u201d an official from the Ministry of IT said. \u201cWomen\u2019s access to technology and the internet […]<\/p>\n
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