Data Justice and the Right to the City

Data Justice and the Right to the City explores the intersection of data justice and the right to the city, addressing the harms and civic possibilities of the datafied society and proposing frameworks for understanding how data-driven technologies affect citizens' rights.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2022
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

Data Justice and the Right to the City delves into the intricate interplay between theories of social justice and data-driven urbanism, shedding light on the multifaceted concerns surrounding data justice. It explores the profound implications of the datafied society, encompassing both the potential harms and the remarkable civic possibilities that arise from the vast accumulation and analysis of data. At the same time, the book also raises the urgent call to address the unequal distribution of resources and rights in urban contexts, advocating for a redress of these imbalances.

To address these critical concerns, the book delves into a diverse range of topics, including digital social services, where cities employ data and automated systems to provide essential services to their citizens; education, where data-driven practices revolutionize learning and higher education; labor, where platforms create new uncertainties and risks for workers; and activists and artists who use creative and political interventions to challenge the status quo. Through these diverse perspectives, the book offers comprehensive frameworks for understanding how data-driven technologies impact citizens' rights at the municipal scale and provides actionable strategies for scholars and citizens to intervene and shape the future of data-driven urbanism.

In conclusion, Data Justice and the Right to the City is a groundbreaking work that provides a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of the complex relationship between social justice, data-driven urbanism, and the rights of citizens in the digital age. By examining the harms and civic possibilities of the datafied society, as well as the urgent need to address resource and rights inequalities in urban contexts, the book offers valuable insights and practical strategies for scholars, policymakers, and citizens alike. As we navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of data-driven cities, it is essential to engage with the ideas presented in this book and work towards a more equitable and inclusive future for all.

Weight: 716g
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474492959