Smart cities have been launched in response to the problems caused by urbanization due to the increased use of non-renewable resources. Even though we explore how technology can lead to better living conditions, it seems that many smart city initiatives ignore the needs of children with disabilities. In cities, accessibility is more than just a convenient solution. It’s a basic human right. This can only materialize in its total capacity if the smart cities also incorporate inclusive infrastructure, services and digital solutions addressing all residents, particularly vulnerable groups such as disabled children. This chapter addresses the accessibility of smart cities to disabled children and legal frameworks through technology, aiming at equal access to urban resources. It does this by utilizing doctrinal research to analyze international and national laws on urban accessibility and the effect of digital technology on social inclusion. Although improvements have been realized, this research has identified inadequacies in legal frameworks and inclusivity goals, with a large proportion of disabled children under-served. It argues that smart city development must prioritize sustainability by integrating digital innovation, legal support, and socially inclusive urban design centered on disabled children.

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Inclusive Smart Cities: Ensuring Accessibility for Disabled Children in Urban Spaces

  • Shashwata Sahu,
  • Navonita Mallick

摘要

Smart cities have been launched in response to the problems caused by urbanization due to the increased use of non-renewable resources. Even though we explore how technology can lead to better living conditions, it seems that many smart city initiatives ignore the needs of children with disabilities. In cities, accessibility is more than just a convenient solution. It’s a basic human right. This can only materialize in its total capacity if the smart cities also incorporate inclusive infrastructure, services and digital solutions addressing all residents, particularly vulnerable groups such as disabled children. This chapter addresses the accessibility of smart cities to disabled children and legal frameworks through technology, aiming at equal access to urban resources. It does this by utilizing doctrinal research to analyze international and national laws on urban accessibility and the effect of digital technology on social inclusion. Although improvements have been realized, this research has identified inadequacies in legal frameworks and inclusivity goals, with a large proportion of disabled children under-served. It argues that smart city development must prioritize sustainability by integrating digital innovation, legal support, and socially inclusive urban design centered on disabled children.