Strategies for Mitigating Technology facilitated Gender Based Violence.
Dr. S. Kanchana1, Dr. Prativa Rani Saha2
1Associate Professor, English, VNR
Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering & Technology
2Assistant Professor, English, VNR Vignana Jyothi Institute
of Engineering & Technology
ABSTRACT
The research paper examined the impact of Technology – Facilitates Gender Based Violence also known as TGBV on the women and girls of India. The paper also explores the dual role of technology as a tool of empowerment as well as a means of sustaining/perpetuating Gender-based Violence. The paper also explores the challenges in addressing TGBV, the roles of laws and policies, and the crucial role of intersectionality not only in comprehending and resolving Gender-based violence. In addition, the paper also explores societal norms, and gender differences i.e. digital divide in digital access. Finally, the paper presents the recommendation focussed on prevention, and protection and suggests comprehensive strategies to create a safe and more inclusive digital space empowering women in India
Key Words: Gender based Violence , Technology facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV), Gender Equality, digital divide, Digital Safety, online harassment, media literacy
