E3S Web of Conferences (Jan 2023)
The impact of digital citizenship on the development of the socio-political environment of the region
Abstract
The emergence of cyberculture, characterized by extensive use of digital technologies, has transformed various spheres of life, notably the political domain. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the impact of digital citizenship on the development of the socio-political environment of the region. The research methodology includes a comprehensive review of literature from specialized databases, providing a rich understanding of the evolving trends in cyber communication and digital citizenship. The study concludes that the exercise of citizenship within a cyberpolitical framework can contribute significantly to democratic expression, provided it aligns with the users’ comprehension and purposeful consumption of digital content. Authors conclude that digital citizenship have the transformative potential for socio-political development, while also highlighting the need for enhancing digital literacy and critical thinking skills among citizens to ensure the positive impact of this transformation in a region.