How a digital inclusion initiative at the philippines affect capabilities of people with disabilities

Karsten Eskelund, Brian Nicholson, Richard Heeks

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Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to bridge the knowledge gap on how digital inclusion initiative can help people with disabilities (PWD's) into employment, and improve their capabilities. We adopt a qualitative case study from the Philippines. Data is analysed through the lens of Amartya Sen's capability approach (CA). Interview and ethnographic data provide the evidence to analyse functionings for PWD and the barriers and facilitators of the functionings. The findings indicate that online technology facilitated employment, which has wider implications than merely an improved financial situation. Challenges include lack of formal agreements and increased stress are negative consequences of the jobs they obtain. More research is needed to see whether the findings can be replicated in other countries. Government and private organizations can utilize the findings of this study as a guideline for helping PWD's to find employment, which can contribute to their capability building.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 10th International Conference on Information and Communication Technologies and Development, ICTD 2019
PublisherAssociation for Computing Machinery
ISBN (Electronic)9781450361224
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 4 Jan 2019
Event10th International Conference on Information and Communication Technologies and Development - Ahmedabad, India
Duration: 4 Jan 20197 Jan 2019

Publication series

NameACM International Conference Proceeding Series

Conference

Conference10th International Conference on Information and Communication Technologies and Development
Abbreviated titleICTD 2019
Country/TerritoryIndia
CityAhmedabad
Period4/01/197/01/19

Keywords

  • Capabilities approach
  • Digital inequalities
  • Employment
  • ICT4D
  • People with disabilities

Research Beacons, Institutes and Platforms

  • Global Development Institute

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