Examining Social Disadvantage and the Institutional Limitations of Virtual Exchange

According to the latest World Economic Forum (2023) report on the Future of Jobs, companies in 26 advanced and emerging economies are rapidly digitizing their work processes. This shift is driving a heightened demand for collaborative problem-solving, global networks, and civic responsibility, all of which Virtual Exchange (VE) programs cultivate. VE, when backed by financial resources, professional development, and strategic institutional support, can significantly promote social mobility for disadvantaged students and enable their active participation in the digital economy. Effective implementation of VE programs is enhanced by institutional support in areas such as dedicated staff or offices, funding and resources, professional development, campus curriculum integration, partnership development, and assessment.

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