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Rattaakkhatee Akkhateerathitiphum, Srinakharinwirot University, ThailandChaiwatchara Promjittiphong, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
Saichol Panyachit, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
Phoobade Wanitchanon, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
Jiranuwat Khamplew, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
Abstract
This study aims to examine how digital legal literacy can reduce cybercrime risks among elderly individuals in urban Thailand. As technology rapidly advances, older adults face increasing risks of online fraud due to their limited digital literacy and lack of awareness about legal protection. This study examines the legal knowledge gap among elderly individuals in urban communities, focusing on their understanding of digital rights, cybersecurity laws, and fraud prevention. It draws on two key frameworks: Digital Literacy and Legal Awareness, which stresses the importance of knowing online rights, and Community Participation, which emphasizes the role of collective efforts in closing this gap. The research explores the experiences of elderly residents in Misu Wann 2 and Krang Sapan Khlong Tan communities in Watthana District, Bangkok, assessing their awareness of cyber fraud, identity theft, and scams. Surveys and interviews reveal that while many elderly individuals use digital platforms for communication and financial transactions, they lack awareness of cybersecurity laws, data protection policies, and official reporting channels. This makes them highly susceptible to scams and online exploitation. To address this issue, the study proposes a community-driven strategy combining legal education with digital skills training. Initiatives include accessible literacy programs, partnerships between public and private sectors, and community-based cybersecurity awareness campaigns. Policymakers, media professionals, and local leaders must collaborate to develop tailored educational initiatives that help elderly individuals safeguard themselves online. By fostering a strong legal-literacy network, this approach can empower older adults to navigate the digital world safely, reduce cyber risks, and ensure they can fully exercise their legal rights in an increasingly digital society.
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Conference: MediAsia2025Stream: Law
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Akkhateerathitiphum R., Promjittiphong C., Panyachit S., Wanitchanon P., & Khamplew J. (2026) Bridging the Digital Divide: Enhancing Elderly Legal Literacy for Digital Crime Prevention in Urban Communities ISSN: 2186-5906 – The Asian Conference on Media, Communication & Film 2025: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 103-111) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-5906.2025.9
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-5906.2025.9
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