The Digital Experiences of Marginalized Groups and How Technology Can Exacerbate Existing Inequalities

Scope & coverage

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This thesis should investigates the digital experiences of marginalized groups, focusing on how technology, despite its potential for democratizing access and empowering individuals, often exacerbates existing social, economic, and political inequalities.

Through an examination of race, gender, disability, class, and other social determinants, the research should seek to understand how technological platforms and systems can perpetuate discrimination, inequality, and exclusion.

Furthermore, this study should explore potential solutions, both technological and societal, that can mitigate these harms. The thesis should aim to provide a comprehensive analysis of the digital divide and its intersectionality, proposing strategies to design inclusive, equitable, and accessible digital environments that foster empowerment rather than marginalization.