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27 Sep 2024
Lack of formal ID for women poses barrier to the digital world: report
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A report by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) reveals an immanent gender gap in digital access, resulting in challenges for women, especially in low- and middle-income countries, that limit their ability to engage fully in the digital economy. 

Without a formal identification from birth, women are often unable to register mobile sim cards, access digital services, or open bank accounts. The lack of identity documents, along with cultural constraints, often restrict women’s mobility and access to administrative services. 

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