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Gender disparity and enterprise expansion in the impact and transmission channels of ICT on unemployment in developing countries.
- Source :
- Technology in Society; Jun2024, Vol. 77, pN.PAG-N.PAG, 1p
- Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- This study examines the impact of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) on employment in 95 developing countries from years 2000–2021. The study focuses on short-term and long-term effects, gender differences, and the role of enterprise expansion. The results suggest a complex dynamic: on short term ICT's appear to stimulate employment for both genders but on long term, they can lead to a loss of jobs, particularly in sectors mostly dominated by women. The Human capital plays a crucial role as a mediator of the effects of ICT's on employment. However, it can also result in gender inequalities in accessing ICT-related job opportunities. In addition, while enterprise expansion may mediate the effects of ICT on employment, it can also have negative long-term consequences as automation continues to advance. To promote gender equality in the ICT sector, it is suggested to collect gender-disaggregated data to better understand the labour market, to develop training and employment policies, and promote female entrepreneurship. • This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of how ICT affects employment in developing countries, with a focus on gender disparities. • Human capital is a discriminating mediator in the gender-specific link between ICT and employment. • Business expansion play a crucial role as a discriminating potential mediator of the effects of ICT on employment. • The study fills a significant gap in the literature and offers insights into ICT policy and gender studies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0160791X
- Volume :
- 77
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- Technology in Society
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 177563492
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.techsoc.2024.102515