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Tackling Inequities in Global Scientific Power Structures

Year: 2016

Type: article

Abstract: Global and local power structures systematically favor the knowledge of some privileged groups, while excluding or delegitimizing the realities of others. Many scientific and development projects are extractive in nature, profiting from local knowledge and resources,while putting external objectives before local needs. We look at the case of ICTD research in particular to highlight barriers we believe may be preventing “for development” research from meeting its full potential to improve livelihoods. We close with recommendations for a more open and collaborative science agenda to better address social needs and development challenges.

Source: TSpace (University of Toronto)

Authors: Angela Okune, Becky Hillyer, Denisse Albornoz, Nanjira Sambuli, Leslie Chan

Language: English

Topic: Science, Technology, and Education in Latin America

Subfield: Demography

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Partnerships for the goals, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2404785434

FWCI: 2.22

Cites: 6

Cited by: 8

Related to: 10