First International Symposium on Digital Inequality and Social Change (ISDISC)

Theme: Bridging digital inequality for a better and inclusive society

Hosted by the University of Canberra, ISDISC aims to raise awareness and share knowledge on digital inequality and social change amongst researchers, practitioners and relevant policy makers through a range of exciting activities. The symposium is centred around research and practice that foster innovative tailored solutions to bridge the gap while promoting inclusiveness.

This symposium is intended to be a forum for scholars, practitioners and organisations who are interested in the digital inequality and social transformation influenced by technology to exchange ideas and collaborate with members of the wider community. We invite individuals to submit research articles, case studies, posters and research-in progress that address all interesting aspect of:

• Digital Inequality studies and cases
• Societal impact of technology
• Practitioner insight and real-life case stories of DI and social impact

The symposium will be held physically at the University of Canberra (Building 2)  (See Map for Venue and Parking) in Bruce, ACT. Virtual attendance is available to participants who cannot travel to Canberra or attend physically.

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Attractions

• Keynote speakers by international scholars
• Industry panel
• Academic panel
• Paper presentation (See Call for papers)
• Poster competition (See Call for posters)
• Academic workshop
• Social events

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Keynote speakers

The Hon Stuart Robert MP Minister for Employment, Workforce, Skills, Small and Family Business	Paddy Nixon Vice-Chancellor, University of Canberra	Tim Unwin UNESCO Chair in ICT4D
Shirley Gregor Professor Emerita, Australian National University	Robert Davison Professor, City University of Hong Kong	Rhonda Wilson Professor, The University of Newcastle, Australia