Socio-demographic determinants of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) use among older people in Italy 

Scientific Responsible for the Department: Bruno Arpino, Principal Investigator

Funder: Funded by the European Union- Next Generation EU

Objectives: By examining to what extent socio-demographic factors influence ICT adoption by older people, the ICTAGE project will: i) pave the way for new theoretical developments on the quality of ageing and inequalities in ageing well in an increasingly digitalized society; ii) encourage public discussion on how the digitalization process can be fairer across generations and on its role in an ageing country; iii) provide relevant information for evidence-based policies that may reduce the digital divide, thus exploiting the potential of ICT for improving older people’s wellbeing and social inclusion.

Research network:

• University of Padova
• University of Bologna
• University of Molise

Duration: October 2023 – October 2025