In collaboration with Telecentre.org, ITU promoted digital literacy for women at the bottom of the development pyramid by training over 1,000,000 women in basic technological skills. Digital literacy opens the door to a vast array of opportunities for women, providing for their economic and social empowerment.
This impact map shares the inspiring stories from women who participated in this initiative around the world.
The following video shares Mryna Padilla’s inspiring story of how ICT can transform the lives of those who embrace it. Ms. Padilla is an extraordinary entrepreneur and an example of the opportunities digital literacy can provide for disadvantaged women around the world.