Emerging issues in older adults’ digital inequality

This study will address the emerging issue of digital inequality among older adults. This is largely imposed by privileges in societal positions and impacts on self-image and social support systems. This study will examine factors influencing older individuals’ decisions to learn and adopt technology-supported skillsets and activities toward self-employment. Self-employment is one avenue affecting elements of optimal aging, such as labour mobility, social reintegration, and better mental and physical health. Identifying factors that influence older adults’ decisions to become active learners of information and communication technology will lead to recommendations to policymakers and stakeholders regarding best policies and practices to promote equality among older adults.