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Fostering Socially and Ecologically Sustainable Digitalisation of Welfare States

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  • Paula Saikkonen

    (Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), Finland)

  • Marta Choroszewicz

    (University of Eastern Finland, Finland)

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This thematic issue discusses how AI and digital technologies often overlook vulnerable citizens and reinforce inequalities. Articles highlight challenges like digital exclusion, excessive reliance on individual agency, and declining institutional trust. Socially sustainable digitalisation must ensure equitable access, offer in‐person alternatives when needed, and uphold legitimacy. Often neglected ecological concerns must also be addressed through responsible data use and energy‐conscious ICT systems. Achieving sustainability requires coherent policies that embed sustainability principles into welfare technology. Interdisciplinary research, citizen involvement, and empowering citizens are essential for a truly sustainable welfare state.

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  • Paula Saikkonen & Marta Choroszewicz, 2025. "Fostering Socially and Ecologically Sustainable Digitalisation of Welfare States," Social Inclusion, Cogitatio Press, vol. 13.
    • Handle: RePEc:cog:socinc:v13:y:2025:a:10937
    DOI: 10.17645/si.10937
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