Incollection,
Digital Transformation Through the Lens of Intersectional Gender Research Challenges and Needs for Action
Introduction to Digital Humanism: A Textbook, Springer Nature Switzerland, Cham, (2024)
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-45304-5_6
Abstract
In recent years, digital technology has been discussed both in its potential to promote or to demote gender equity. This field of tension, between empowerment and threat of amplifying inequalities, is explored in this contribution. Moreover, this chapter views digital humanism through the lens of intersectional gender research. After discussing the historic relation between gender and humanism, concepts and terminology of gender research and feminist theory are explained in more detail. Following this, the interaction of gender and technology is illustrated through examples. Finally, the lessons learned part contains suggestions and calls for action important for a more inclusive and equitable digital transformation.
