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Digital Exclusion and Social Inequity: A Global Narrative Review of Access to Education, Healthcare, and the Digital Economy Saleh, Munandi; Irwani; Bahrianoor
Sinergi International Journal of Communication Sciences Vol. 2 No. 4 (2024): November 2024
Publisher : Yayasan Sinergi Kawula Muda

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61194/ijcs.v2i4.680

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Digital inequality is a growing concern that contributes significantly to socioeconomic disparities in education, healthcare, and economic participation. This narrative review aims to explore the structural and systemic dimensions of digital inequality and its implications for marginalized communities. Literature was sourced from databases including Scopus, PubMed, and Google Scholar using a combination of targeted keywords and Boolean search techniques. Articles were selected based on relevance, methodological diversity, and contextual alignment. The review identifies critical themes, including the impact of unequal digital access on educational attainment, disparities in telehealth usage, and limited economic opportunities in digitally excluded populations. Findings reveal that regions with weak digital infrastructure and low digital literacy consistently report lower educational performance, reduced health engagement, and limited employment prospects. Public policy, infrastructure investment, and digital training emerge as decisive factors that either mitigate or exacerbate these challenges. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of equitable digital policy design, community-based interventions, and collaborative global strategies to ensure inclusive digital development. Despite growing research on digital inequality, gaps remain in longitudinal analysis and intersectional perspectives. This review recommends future studies to adopt multidimensional frameworks to better inform policy and practice. In conclusion, addressing digital inequality is not only a technological necessity but also a social imperative. Bridging the divide is essential for creating a more just, inclusive, and resilient society in the digital era.
Fiscal, Political, and Developmental Dimensions of Decentralization: Global Insights Irwani
Politeia : Journal of Public Administration and Political Science and International Relations Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): January 2025
Publisher : Indonesian Scientific Publication

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61978/politeia.v3i1.961

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Decentralization and regional autonomy have become central themes in governance reforms worldwide, raising critical questions about their effectiveness in improving accountability, service delivery, and socio-economic outcomes. This narrative review synthesizes existing scholarship to evaluate the effectiveness of decentralization across fiscal, political, administrative, and developmental dimensions. Literature was collected from databases such as Scopus, Google Scholar, and Web of Science, using targeted keywords and applying inclusion criteria focused on relevance, methodological rigor, and empirical evidence. The review highlights three main findings. First, fiscal decentralization demonstrates potential to enhance accountability and service delivery, but its success is constrained by elite capture and dependence on central transfers. Second, political and administrative autonomy fosters policy innovation and conflict resolution when embedded in strong institutional and legal frameworks, but in weaker contexts it may aggravate corruption and inefficiency. Third, socio-economic outcomes show significant variation: while OECD and some Asian regions report improvements in education, health, and infrastructure, many African and fragile states experience uneven benefits. These findings underscore that decentralization is not a uniform process; instead, its outcomes are shaped by systemic factors such as institutional design, political culture, and legal guarantees. Effective policy interventions should strengthen local capacity, promote transparency, and establish balanced fiscal frameworks. Future research should expand to underrepresented regions and adopt longitudinal approaches to capture long-term impacts, ensuring decentralization reforms achieve sustainable governance and inclusive development.