Violence Against Women and ICTs
APC WNSP has seen an increased recognition of the connection between violence against women and ICTs. From the policy arena, to labour issues, to technology development, to access and use, to creation of content and the subsequent representation of gender relations etc., the dominant perspective and participation is still male. In short, there is a persistent presence of unequal gendered power relations, which also lies at the root of violence against women.
APC WNSP's research examines VAW and ICTs, providing examples and highlighting areas to gain skills for greater privacy and security. Organisations have utilised the capabilities of ICTs to network across great distances and mobilise immediate action on urgent situations of VAW. By examining how ICTs have been employed, women's movements can shape stronger connections with greater understanding of their potential and limitations.
More information on how VAW & ICTs are interconnected, including example of case studies, can be read through APC WNSP's research papers:
- Cultivating Violence Through Technology?
Exploring the Connections between Internet Communication Technologies (ICT) and Violence Against Women (VAW)
- Digital Dangers: Information & Communication Technologies and Trafficking in Women
- Women's human rights: violence against women, pornography and ICTs
