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Digital Technology and Inequality: Policy Insight Case Studies

In April 2023, the British Academy funded three case study-based research projects as part of the Digital Technology and Inequality project. These projects aimed to draw upon the SHAPE disciplines to highlight clear and practical lessons for policymakers at local, regional and national levels for tackling digital inequalities, developing digital inclusion programmes, and supporting digital inclusion networks.

Policy brief

Developing digital inclusion networks and tackling digital inequalities

This policy brief synthesises the key findings from across the three research projects and offers five lessons for policymakers.

Case studies

Co-producing a Theory of Change and Evaluation Framework for Local Authority-led, City-wide Digital Inclusion Programmes

Project leads: Dr Kris Southby and Dr Joanne Trigwell, Leeds Beckett University

Digital Inclusion Network Development: A Case Study in Derbyshire

Project lead: Dr Sharon Wagg, University of Sheffield

Exploring Challenges and Best Practice in Addressing Digital Inequalities: A UK Regional Case Study Approach

Project lead: Professor Simeon Yates, University of Liverpool

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