Rashad, Nur Zafirah Aqilah Zaiyadur and Jaafar, Hirwan Jasbir and Abdul Wahab, Harlida and Hassan Basri, Haslina (2023) Impact of Technology on Life through the Persons with Disabilities Perspective. International Journal for Studies on Children, Women, Elderly And Disabled, 18 (-). pp. 64-71. ISSN 0128-309X

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Abstract

In an ever-changing world where everything is at the fingertips, the use of technology neither wearable device, wearables, nor other next-generation wirelessly linked gadgets for work, home, and leisure might bring potential and problems for disabled persons. With climate change happening around us, it will also indirectly affect someone's life, health, work, and ICT. However, the usage of the internet and other forms of technology by persons with disabilities is far below that of the general population, as disability status, along with other socio-economic criteria such as gender, income, education level, occupation, age, and housing, is a well-known contributor to the digital divide. Thus, the purpose of this investigation is to provide insight on how technology has affected people with disabilities and People with Disabilities Act 2008. Findings in this study emphasize the importance of technology for people with disabilities, as well as laws that protect their rights. In overcoming the digital divide, a long-term perspective should be revealed so that responsible parties can take action in addition to people with disabilities being able to improve their lives through the lens of technology and the PWDs Act 2008. By improving planning on ICT and policy through content analysis, it could help the PWD group access and enjoy ICT like others. These studies will facilitate empowerment suited to a new order of society's structure and activities and indirectly play a critical role in the development of persons with disabilities. Improvements in ICT will also make it possible for impairment persons to access braille publications, use assistive technology, and use apps that foster self-expression, confidence, and recognition. Apart from that, this study will be beneficial for other researchers, academics, NGO workers, and policymakers

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Persons with Disabilities (PWD), Technology, PWDs Act 2008
Subjects:	K Law > K Law (General)
Divisions:	School of Law
Depositing User:	Mr. Izhar Hj. Hashim
Date Deposited:	02 Nov 2026 13:42
Last Modified:	02 Nov 2026 13:42
URI:	https://repo.uum.edu.my/id/eprint/34350

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