Myria Georgiou
Myria Georgiou Professor of Media and Communications London School of Economics London, United Kingdom

Biography

Professor Georgiou teaches in the Department of Media and Communications, London School of Economics - LSE. She is the author and editor of five books and more than sixty peer reviewed publications, with the most recent one titled Being Human in Digital Cities (Polity, 2024). Her expertise is centred in media, communications and the city. Particula

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Save to calendar 05-11-2024 10:50 05-11-2024 11:10 Europe/Madrid Technology, Equity, and the Future of Digital Inclusion

This session explores two impactful books that tackle the intersection of technology, society, and equity. Being Human in Digital Cities by Myria Georgiou delves into how technology reshapes urban life, advocating for human-centered cities rooted in social justice. Digitally Invisible by Nicol Turner Lee highlights the growing digital divide in America, sharing stories from the emerging digital underclass and calling for equitable tech access. Join us to discuss how both authors envision a more inclusive, digital future.

https://stagingwww.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/technology-equity-and-the-future-of-digital-inclusion/

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