02 Jan, 2020

Project Description

Women Empowerment through Digital Skills’ is a component of the KPITB’s initiative Digital Jobs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, funded by Multi-Donor Trust Fund, administered by The World Bank and executed by DEMO and TechValley Pakistan.Under this program Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board (KPITB) aims to train 3000 young women that emphasizes digital skills training for women. The project – which had earlier trained 500 women – is meant to contribute to the digital economy of the province, while strengthening the larger digital ecosystem of Pakistan.The program offers courses in social media marketing, graphic designing, WordPress design and development, blogging and digital tools productivity.

Portfolio Description


Objectives

  1. Gender Equality: Promote gender equality by ensuring that women and men have equal rights, opportunities, and access to resources in all aspects of life, including education, employment, and decision-making.
  2. Economic Empowerment: Enhance economic opportunities for women by promoting women's entrepreneurship, providing access to credit and financial services, and closing the gender pay gap.
  3. Education and Skill Development: Ensure that girls and women have access to quality education and training programs to develop skills and knowledge that can help them participate in the workforce and community leadership.
  4. Healthcare and Reproductive Rights: Improve women's access to healthcare services, including reproductive health, family planning, and maternal care, to ensure their well-being and control over their bodies and lives.
  5. Political Participation: Encourage women's active participation in political processes, including voting, running for office, and holding leadership positions in government and public institutions.

Benefits

  1. Economic Independence: When women are empowered, they have the opportunity to generate their income and contribute to their family's financial well-being. This economic independence provides them with a greater say in household decisions and financial stability.
  2. Improved Education: Empowered women are more likely to access education and encourage their children, including girls, to pursue education. This leads to higher literacy rates and improved educational outcomes for future generations.
  3. Enhanced Decision-Making: Women's empowerment often results in increased involvement in decision-making processes, both within their families and communities. Their input can lead to more informed and balanced decisions.
  4. Health and Well-being: Empowered women tend to have better access to healthcare services and make healthier choices for themselves and their families. This can lead to improved maternal and child health outcomes.
  5. Reduced Gender-Based Violence: As women gain economic and social empowerment, they are better equipped to challenge and address gender-based violence, leading to a reduction in such incidents.

DISTRICTS

  • Peshawar