A COMPREHENSIVE LITERATURE REVIEW ON WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT IN SELF-HELP GROUPS AND DIGITAL INITIATIVES

Abstract

Purpose: The abstract provides a summary of the study on women empowerment in self-help groups and digital initiatives. It emphasizes the economic and social impacts, including financial independence through SHGs and digital literacy. The abstract aims to highlight the interconnected nature of these efforts and their broader implications for community development, gender equality, and economic progress. Findings/ Result: The interconnectedness of women empowerment in self-help groups and digital initiatives, showcases how these efforts empower individual women and contribute to the broader goals of community development, social equality, and economic progress. Originality/Value: The studys originality lies in exploring how combining traditional self-help groups with digital initiatives can comprehensively empower women. It adds value by recognizing the intersectionality of empowerment strategies, addressing economic and social aspects, promoting digital inclusion, fostering innovative community development, and offering practical insights for policymaking and programs. Paper type: Systematic Review Paper KEYWORDS: Womens Empowerment, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Digital Initiatives, Economic Empowerment, Gender Gap, Financial Literacy, Microfinance, Digital Literacy, Socio-Economic Impact