PESHAWAR -UNS: In a bid to strengthen the role of young women & girls in the digital
sphere and enhance their understanding of women's rights, Blue Veins under” Promoting Rule of Law, Legal Literacy and Women’s Access to Justice in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa” project in partnership with Aurat Foundation and with support from UN Women organized a training workshop on digital literacy.
The two-day intensive training program targeted young women and girls from districts Peshawar,
Kohat, Swat, Mardan, Khyber, Kurram, and Bajaur, equipping them with vital skills to effectively use social media platforms. The initiative not only aimed at raising awareness about women's rights but also shed light on the legal frameworks available for women's protection and procedures to access justice.
Sana Ahmad, Program Coordinator Blue Veins, noted, "The power of social media in today’s digital world is undeniable. It serves as a vital tool to amplify voices, especially for those who have been traditionally marginalized. Utilizing social media to advocate for women's rights not only helps spread awareness but also has the potential to drive meaningful change. It enables individuals across the globe to come together, share experiences, and advocate for equality. Through clicks, shares, and posts, every woman can become a powerful agent of change in her own right.
The idea of digital literacy extends beyond just being able to use a computer," said Shabina Ayaz from the Aurat Foundation, "It means being able to leverage digital tools for social advocacy, to build networks, and to drive change. These women and girls are now better equipped to do that.
