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2026[AI, Well-Aging, and Human Rights] CHOI Youngae Full Paper

11 May 2026
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Digital Barriers in Elderly Welfare Services and Strategies to Ensure Universal Digital Rights


CHOI Youngae [President, Gwangju Association of Elderly Welfare Facilities]


1. Introduction

The advancement of AI and digital technology is reshaping the structure of society as a whole, and its impact is becoming even more profound in an aging society. As emphasized in the keynote speech, in an era where AI and digital technology are transforming daily life, well-aging is not merely a matter of longevity but an issue of dignity, autonomy, and social participation. However, the reality felt on the ground is somewhat different.


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To realize a digital society where no one is excluded, innovation across policy, education, and institutions is needed. Digital inclusion is not a choice but a necessity, and this is ultimately a matter of human rights.



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