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Digital infrastructure and gender gaps in labor force participation across developing economies

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Internet use correlates with reduced gender gaps in labor force participation, primarily benefiting women.
Labor force participation showed that gender gaps diminish as internet access increases, supporting gender equality.
Observational analysis across 120 countries from 2000 to 2023 utilized two-way fixed effects models for data.
Findings highlight the need for combined efforts in digitalization and social policies to achieve inclusive labor markets.

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Analysis reveals internet use reduces gender gaps in labor force participation, suggesting digital access supports economic empowerment.

Zeeshan et al. (2025) studied this question.

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