Gender Watch

The gender map shows that there are still many more countries in the world where girls are more disadvantaged than boys, particularly in Africa, where it is still believed that sending a girl to schools is worthless. For women and girls, equitable access to ICTs and education can mean greater participation in development and better access to information, thus improving the status of women in society. In this section you will find resources and information on this topic, with a specific focus on African women.