Technology as a Catalyst for Women's Empowerment and Socio-Economic Development

Abstract Smart Technology has emerged as an important tool for promoting women’s empowerment and socio-economic development. This study examines the role of technology in improving women’s access to education, information and digital skills. It also assesses the impact of digital technology on women’s employment, entrepreneurship, financial independence and decision-making. The study adopts a descriptive research methodology based on secondary data collected from research articles, government reports, institutional publications, and relevant online sources. The study identifies major barriers to women’s effective use of technology, including limited digital literacy, affordability, inadequate access, and social constraints. The study concludes that improving digital literacy, affordable access, digital infrastructure and supportive policies can strengthen technology’s role in advancing women’s empowerment and inclusive socio-economic development.