Social Media And Cyber Feminism: A Study On Perception Change Among Women In Kerala

Abstract

The advent of social media has been path-breaking in the information and communication revolution. The possibilities of social media have changed societies and the perspective of people in a tremendous way. Social networking, micro-blogging, photo sharing and video sharing features of social media have opened a new platform of communication. The introduction of ICTs, the internet, and mobile phones paved way for women to be part of this interactive media. Social media platforms gave women opportunities to raise their issues and bring solutions and establish their identity. The potential of this media is increasing among women in all sectors and all aspects of life. This study is conducted on the theoretical background of cyberfeminism, Cyber feminists assumed that empowerment for women could be achieved through women’s increased use of new media, where tech-savvy women get greater opportunities to empower them to be active participants in society.