Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]May 24 (ANI): Reliance Foundation and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) on Wednesday announced the grant winners for Round Two of the WomenConnect Challenge India, which aims to close the gender digital divide in India and empower women more fully. to enable. Participate in the global economy.
Seven social sector organizations selected from over 260 applicants for awards of up to one crore rupees (about USD 120,000) each in grants from the Reliance Foundation to address barriers limiting women’s access to technology it was done.
The US government partnered with the Reliance Foundation to reach out and support women entrepreneurs, farmers, women-led micro-enterprises and clusters, and self-help groups, providing mentorship support from experts and practitioners across India.
The winners were announced on Wednesday at the event ‘Accelerating Digital Inclusion: Bridging the Gender Digital Divide in India’, which brought together leading experts and organisations.
“The United States recognizes the strategic importance of a connected world. USAID works toward a future where digital technology drives inclusive growth, fosters resilient and democratic societies, and empowers everyone, including the most vulnerable USAID is excited by the success of Round 1 of the WomenConnect Challenge India. Projects in Round 2 will accelerate progress in bridging the digital divide by expanding access to digital tools, specialized training and business opportunities,” Veena Reddy, USAID /India Mission Director said.
The WomenConnect Challenge is a global call for solutions that are meaningfully changing the way women access and use technology to improve women’s participation in everyday life.
Through the collaboration, Reliance Foundation and USAID are supporting new avenues for women and girls in India to engage with technology, combat outdated societal norms, and increase their economic independence. Ultimately, closing the gender digital divide will help women improve their lives, the stability of their families and the resilience of their communities, fostering an inclusive and more equitable future.
“We are committed to working to close the gender digital divide as we believe India’s digital revolution offers immense potential for women-led growth. We saw this through innovative approaches to digital inclusion that were included in the first round of the WomenConnect Challenge India. Jagannath Kumar, Chief Executive Officer, Reliance Foundation, said, “We saw women flourish with increased livelihood, entrepreneurship and learning opportunities when they were able to access the benefits that digital empowerment provides.
“Through the WomenConnect Challenge India Round Two, Reliance Foundation in partnership with USAID aims to build on the momentum generated to positively impact over 350,000 women and their communities.” (ANI)
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