In Progress

New information and communication technologies (ICTs) have been introduced as central to empowerment and development. But the research conducted by Isis International challenged this new ICT-centric development framework. Eighty one organisations from five Asia Pacific countries (India, Philippines, Thailand, Fiji, and Papua New Guinea) were interviewed regarding the accessibility, and effectiveness of diverse types of traditional and new communication tools in reaching out to grassroots women. Presented here are highlights on the top three tools - film, radio, and theatre - and the new ICTs - computer, internet, and cellular phones.