Digital and virtual libraries in International human rights law: a Powerful tool for the promotion of Innovative, accessible and inclusive Education

Abstract

The present study explores the role that digital and virtual libraries may play in
the framework of the right to education, as they are capable of promoting educational
innovation and the definition of new learning opportunities. In particular, this study
argues that the creation of a network of digital and virtual libraries through international
cooperation may help the implementation of an inclusive and accessible educational
model, based on solidarity. From this perspective, the landscape of international human
rights law is analysed, especially the right to education and the right to enjoy the
benefits of scientific progress, as well as the corresponding States’ obligations. Finally,
two significant regional projects are assessed, namely, African Union’s Digital
Transformation Strategy for Africa and the Digital Education Plan of the European
Union, since they represent two viable models for the implementation of the view that
this study theorizes.