Proyecto – Comunes Digitales

About the Project

Project description

This project arises from the Master's Thesis (TFM) of the Master in Feminist Studies and Intervention for Equality, entitled "Digital Commons: A subversive tool for the feminisms of Latin America and the Caribbean" and is linked to the Internética project (PID2019- 104689RB-100).

The main objective of the research is to explore the transformative impact of digital commons in the region. It focuses on researching and deeply understanding the role of feminist digital commons in the Latin American and Caribbean context, as well as its influence in the fight for gender equality and social justice. Using an interdisciplinary approach, the understanding of the digital commons and its relationship with feminist movements in the region is deepened.

Through additional research, three main components have been developed. Two of them are related to the IMRESCOM project (PID 2022-1402810B-100).

Background

These studies are fundamental because they explore how digital commons, cyberfeminism, and open science can be powerful tools to address gender inequalities and promote inclusion in the digital environment of Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Given the crucial role of technology in contemporary society, understanding how these tools can strengthen feminist movements and facilitate equal gender participation is essential to building a more just society.

Digital Commons, Cyberfeminism and Open Science: Strategies for Gender Equality in the Digital Sphere

This study examines digital commons, cyberfeminism, and open science as strategies to promote gender equality in the digital environment. It highlights its transformative potential and its role in challenging patriarchal norms, advocating for gender-responsive technologies, and active female participation.

Currents of Cyberfeminism and Feminist Digital Transition in Latin America and the Caribbean: Towards a more Equitable Digital Future

Cyberfeminism in Latin America and the Caribbean uses the Internet to challenge gender inequalities. This study analyzes its role, exploring currents and manifestations such as cyberactivism and hackfeminism. It highlights challenges such as gender gaps in STEM and digital violence, advocating for an equitable digital transition.

Interview: Digital Commons in the Chilean Constituent Process

Interview with a former advisor to the Chilean Constitutional Convention to explore the role of digital commons in promoting digital rights and gender equality in the digital environment. She highlighted the importance of reducing the gender gap and creating digital spaces free of violence. Her reflections offer proposals for a more inclusive digital society.

General objective

Analyze the impact of digital commons, cyberfeminism, and open science in promoting gender equality and social justice in the digital environment of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Specific objectives

1. Investigate the transformative potential of digital commons, cyberfeminism, and open science in strengthening feminist movements in the region.
2. Explore currents of cyberfeminism and their contributions to the feminist digital transition in Latin America and the Caribbean.
3. Analyze the role of digital commons in the Chilean constituent process and its impact on promoting digital rights and equitable gender participation.

Findings and Results Achieved

Digital Commons, Cyberfeminism and Open Science:

The transformative potential of digital commons, cyberfeminism, and open science was identified as tools to promote gender equality in the digital environment.
The importance of developing gender-responsive technologies and implementing regulations to protect women online was highlighted.
The role of these elements in information management and the coordination of feminist strategies was highlighted, challenging patriarchal norms rooted in the digital environment.

Currents of Cyberfeminism and Feminist Digital Transition

The historical evolution of cyberfeminism in the region was explored, highlighting its importance in the fight against gender inequalities and promoting equity.
Various feminist currents and manifestations in the digital sphere, such as cyberactivism, hackfeminism, and technofeminism, were analyzed, highlighting their convergence to promote gender equality.
Specific challenges were addressed, such as digital gender gaps and digital violence, highlighting the importance of situated knowledge to address these issues.

Interview: Digital Commons in the Chilean Constituent Process

A unique insight was provided into the role of the digital commons in Chile's constituent process, highlighting its impact on the promotion of digital rights and equitable gender participation in the digital environment.
The importance of protecting digital rights and reducing digital gender gaps was highlighted to achieve a more inclusive and equitable digital society within the framework of the constituent process.

Impact and Conclusions

The findings of this research not only highlight the relevance of digital commons as strategies to promote gender equality and social justice in the digital environment but also have the potential to influence policies and practices to address these issues.

By highlighting the importance of developing gender-responsive technologies, implementing regulations to protect women online, and encouraging their active participation in content creation and digital leadership, this research contributes to the understanding of how to move towards a more inclusive and equitable digital society in the region.

Likewise, by exploring the currents of cyberfeminism and its convergence with the digital commons, its role in the fight against gender inequalities and promoting a more equitable digital transition in LAC is highlighted.

The interview with Alejandra Zuleta Buschmann adds a practical dimension by providing valuable reflections and proposals to promote digital rights in Chile, highlighting the importance of feminist approaches and the inclusion of gender perspectives in the construction of policies and practices in the context of the constituent process.

In summary, this research not only identifies challenges and opportunities in the digital sphere but also offers concrete recommendations to move towards a more just and equitable digital society in LAC.