The Role of Digital Literacy to Promote the Gender Equality

Digital Technology is crucial part of everyone’s life. This research is based on the digital literacy role to promote the gender equality in every field. According to UNICEF, 2017, Digital literacy is becoming more and more recognized as a necessary skill for employability and has been associated with increased earning potential and new business opportunities. This research found that various obstacles faced by female during the usages of digital technology. There are various measures introduced to overcome this problem. Education policy should place a strong emphasis on digital literacy for both boys and girls. To reach girls at a young age and provide them the opportunity to develop their talents over time, digital skill training should be incorporated into formal school curriculum starting in the basic grades.