A Just Digital framework to ensure equitable achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals

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Authors

Katriona O’Sullivan · National University of Ireland, Maynooth

Serena Clark · National University of Ireland, Maynooth

Malcolm MacLachlan · National University of Ireland, Maynooth

Abstract

While the technological revolution is accelerating, digital poverty is undermining the Sustainable Development Goals. This article introduces a justice-oriented digital framework which considers how fair access to digital capabilities, commodities, infrastructure, and governance can reduce global inequality and advance the SDGs.

Topics & Keywords

Smart Cities and Technologies Innovation and Socioeconomic Development ICT Impact and Policies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

No poverty

Publication Details

Published in: Nature Communications

Volume 12, Issue 1, pp. 6345-6345

DOI: 10.1038/s41467-021-26217-8

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