RT Journal
T1 GENDER AND INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES (ICTS)
A1 A. Saghir
A1 M. Ashfaq
A1 A. Noreen
JF Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences
JO JAPS
SN 1018-7081
VO 19
IS 2
SP 94
OP 97
YR 2009
FD 2009/04/01
DO DOI NA
AB <p>Gender is a social and cultural pattern designed by the society. Communication interventions play a key role in the progress of a nation. Information and communication technologies (ICTs) include Internet, cyber space, computer devices, multi media, cable, mobile and land line telephone. ICTs offer significant opportunities for girls and women, including those in rural areas. They can utilize in agriculture, health, sanitation, and education. However, there are many constraints faced by women in the operation of ICTs. But these can be overcome through government strategies. This paper presents various communication interventions in developing and developed countries, and barriers faced by several stakeholders in proper functioning of ICTs interventions.</p>
K1 gender, information and communication technologies
PB Pakistan Agricultural Scientists Forum
LK https://thejaps.org.pk/AbstractView.aspx?mid=2009-JAPS-205