Extension Management in The Information Age Initiatives and Impacts
This publication aims to provide an extensive overview of the major themes of strengthening Technology Application and Delivery systems, ICT, BLESS, NRM, and women empowerment, as covered in the articles included in Section I of the book. Section II of the book delves into the extension strategies in development departments, institutional mechanisms, including NGOs, new media tools, and impact assessment, as well as the management of Natural Resources, specifically ITKS. In Section III, the content synthesizes the concepts of gender mainstreaming and women empowerment, while Section IV and V focus on international experiences and policy issues, respectively. Ultimately, the book is designed to offer extension professionals a cross-cultural perspective on various development spheres of extension reforms in India.