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access a virtual world of knowledge, and thus upgrade
their professional as well as educational credentials; keep
themselves well abreast of the current events and
developments of relevance to their passions and hobbies.
Through the decentralization of knowledge, people find
themselves with a chance to explore beyond their
surroundings, to follow their dreams and to tap their
intellectual strength.

3. Empowerment

Digital citizenship allows individuals to strengthen their
voices, actively participate in social causes and
eventually bring changes at a community level and even
beyond. Social media is pretty influential as a medium
for spreading news, gathering support, and directing
crowds' efforts about topics that might range from
conserving nature to striving for social justice and peace.
The digitally literate has the power to affect public
discussions, cause accountability of the institutions and
drive societal change by online activism or advocacy
forms on the web. Through this, citizens are able to