Gender, Digitalization, and Resilience in International Development: Failing Forward

This book explores the intersection of resilience, gender, and digitization in international development, highlighting the potential of digitalization as a democratizing tool for improving women's access to information and promoting resilience. It will be of interest to development practitioners, policy makers, and researchers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 260 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate interplay of resilience, gender, and digitization in international development, offering a rich and insightful exploration of these critical dimensions. Drawing upon a wealth of meta-data from diverse global contexts, as well as detailed case studies from Ghana, Kenya, and Malawi, the book provides a comprehensive reflection on these intersections, while also examining the potential of digitalization as a democratizing tool for enhancing the access of women and other marginalized groups to information vital for their active participation in the process of development. By highlighting the crucial role of digitization in addressing gender imbalances, the book establishes a clear link between the empowerment of women and the broader resilience of communities. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the book sheds light on the multifaceted ways in which digital technologies can foster gender equality, promote sustainable development, and enhance the well-being of individuals and societies.

This book is of paramount interest to development practitioners, policy makers, and researchers alike, with specializations in gender inclusion, resilience, digitization, and international development. It serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the complex dynamics of these interrelated factors and develop effective strategies for promoting gender equality, resilience, and sustainable development in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Weight: 670g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032128269