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Assessing How TVET Programs Focusing on Technology Skills Contribute to Women's Economic Empowerment
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This research paper investigates the impact of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs focusing on technology skills on women's economic empowerment. With the global economy increasingly driven by technological advancements, equipping women with the necessary tech-based skills is essential for enhancing their employability and fostering economic independence. The study explores how TVET programs designed to impart technology skills contribute to improving women’s job prospects, income levels, and participation in the digital economy. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research combines quantitative analysis of employment outcomes for female TVET graduates with qualitative insights from interviews and case studies. The findings reveal that technology-focused TVET programs significantly empower women by providing them with the competencies required to access high-demand jobs in the tech sector and to start their own technology-based enterprises. However, the study also identifies challenges, including gender biases, limited access to technological resources, and the need for supportive institutional and policy frameworks. Recommendations are made for enhancing the effectiveness of TVET programs in promoting gender equity. These include developing gender-sensitive curricula, increasing access to financial aid and mentorship programs for women, and implementing policies that create inclusive learning environments. By addressing these barriers, TVET institutions can play a crucial role in reducing the gender gap in technology and contributing to women's economic empowerment, thereby fostering broader socio-economic development.
PCF11 Plus: Beyond the Forum
Sub-Theme: Gender, technology and innovation in open education
Paper ID: 4343
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2025-09
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Commonwealth of Learning (COL)