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Leveraging Technology-Based Approaches to Engage Boys and Men as Allies for Gender Equality
On March 10, 2023, Azad Foundation hosted a virtual parallel event at NGO CSW 67, focused on how digital solutions can reshape household gender dynamics and support women's entry into technology-based education and the workforce.
The event aimed to explore how technology and digital solutions can transform gender dynamics and support women in accessing technology-based education and employment. Key objectives included discussing the impact of equitable caregiving on shifting household gender dynamics, identifying strategies to reduce structural inequalities that hinder boys’ and men’s roles as allies, and providing recommendations for integrating technology to foster gender-equal households.
The panel featured prominent speakers including Shrinivas Rao, National Lead at Azad Foundation, and experts such as Clara Alemann, Director of Programs at Equimundo, Dr. Taveeshi Gupta, Director of Research at Equimundo, and Laxman Belbase, Co-Director at MenEngage Alliance. Additional insights were provided by Rachel Lehrer, Design Leader and Independent Freelancer, Satish Kumar Singh, Senior Advisor at the Centre for Health and Social Justice, and Sohini Bhattacharya, CEO of Breakthrough India. The discussions highlighted practical strategies and recommendations for leveraging technology to engage men and boys as supportive allies in achieving gender equality, emphasizing the importance of equitable caregiving and inclusive digital platforms.
