But, is the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the related greatest good being achieved for all? In Pakistan, women are mainly employed in agriculture, home-based work and informal jobs that are exploitative and offer no social protection. In formal work also, women are working in repetitive functions requiring low skill levels, especially in textiles, readymade garments, sports industry, etc. Financial imperatives are pushing women into entering the labour market, so it is critical to prepare them for a productive role with advanced technological skills. This will not only help with cyber frauds but also decrease online harassment of women, increasing their participation in digital platforms.

Source: The Express Tribune October 26, 2019 03:33 UTC