Women Encounter Technology: Changing Patterns of Employment in the Third World (UNU, 1995, 356 pages): 14. Using information technology as a mobilizing force: (introductory text...)

Women Encounter Technology: Changing Patterns of Employment in the Third World (UNU, 1995, 356 pages)

14. Using information technology as a mobilizing force

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		Historical background
		Information technology and TAMWA
		Technology and the media
		Conclusion: TAMWA and information technology
		References

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The case of the Tanzania Media Women's Association (TAMWA)

Fatma Alloo

Africa has been portrayed by the media as poor and powerless. But the media have a role to play in the process of empowerment. The media can enable the people to challenge the powers that be and question the direction they are taking. In Tanzania, women are at the forefront of meeting this challenge. This case study will show the importance of technology in taking control of one's situation. Information technology can be used to destroy the 'poor and powerless' myth, and to mobilize a community for empowerment and social change.