Digital transformation and the use of interconnected digital technologies have opened up new opportunities across the world and hold promises for enhanced productivity and development for all. However, research from around the globe has proven that urban poor women are less likely to be digitally active, limiting the realization of its benefits. This study provides an insight into the mobile phone technology experiences of urban poor women at the resettlement site Perumbakkam in Chennai, India. A purposively selected group of women from the resettlement site participated in a workshop that focused on the usage of mobile technology. Post-workshop, the shared experiences of these marginalized women have provided insight into the interactions between gender and communication technology at resettlement sites. The researchers discovered that there was a growing awareness and recognition among the women about how technology could benefit their lives. They expressed eagerness to learn more about utilizing the new technology, particularly for economic improvement. However, structural barriers, particularly patriarchal gender norms, have thus far hindered women from fully harnessing the potential of mobile technology.

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安置点城市贫困妇女移动电话技术采用和使用情况研究

数字化转型和互联数字技术的使用在世界范围内开辟了新的机遇，并有望提高所有人的生产力和发展。然而，全球各地的研究表明，城市贫困女性不太可能积极参与数字化活动，从而限制了其益处的实现。这项研究深入了解了印度钦奈 Perumbakkam 安置点的城市贫困妇女的手机技术体验。从安置点特意挑选的一组妇女参加了一个重点讨论移动技术使用的研讨会。研讨会结束后，这些边缘化妇女的共同经历让我们深入了解了安置点性别与通信技术之间的相互作用。研究人员发现，女性对于技术如何造福她们的生活的认识和认识不断增强。他们表示渴望更多地了解如何利用新技术，特别是改善经济。然而，结构性障碍，特别是父权性别规范，迄今为止阻碍了女性充分利用移动技术的潜力。