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“If our language, our programs, our creations are not strongly present in the new media, the young generation of our country will be economically and culturally marginalized.” quote by Jacques Chirac
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“If our language, our programs, our creations are not strongly present in the new media, the young generation of our country will be economically and culturally marginalized.”

Jacques Chirac

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Source Speech: 2002 World Economic Forum, Davos

Emphasizes that lacking digital literacy and cultural participation will marginalize youth economically and culturally.

In simple terms: Without digital skills, youth fall behind.

Key Takeaway

Invest in digital education now.

Themes

education technology culture economics

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

policy advocacy

When to use this quote

  • School curricula
  • community tech centers
  • policy making
  • media literacy programs

Key Concepts

Digital divide cultural capital economic disparity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we bridge the digital divide?
  • What cultural assets are most at risk?
A Different Perspective

Assumes all youth have equal access to technology.

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