The core problem
that aggravates the inequality of
persons with disabilities
is the serious digital divide.
Persons with disabilities are suffering inequality and poverty while isolated
from society due to serious digital divide. (Source: World Disability Report, WHO,
1. The serious digital divide widens the gap among countries and classes, and between the people with disabilities and others, leading to inequality in standard of life, lack of employment opportunities, and poverty.
2. Worse, the social downward spiral extends to the youth, who have to lead into the future.
ICT Development Index Europe
CIS
Asian Pacific
Africa
Arab states
North South America
World Average index : 5.03
Average index 2.53
Average index 5.81
Average index 5.09
Average index 4.70
Average index 5.10
Average index 7.35
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