COVID-19 has exposed the digital divide in North Carolina and its consequences for all of us. Students and adults who don’t have access to the internet, don’t have a computer or laptop, or don’t know how to use them – for education, work, health or connection – are at an impossible disadvantage. Digital Inclusion – creating opportunities for everyone to access and be able to use affordable internet and devices – is more important than ever. This virtual planning workshop is for individuals and organizations interested in learning more about how to move forward with creating a digital inclusion plan in their community.
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The Institute for Emerging Issues at NC State (IEI) has partnered with the NC Department of Information Technology – with principal support from the John M. Belk Endowment – to address the digital divide across NC through the program “Building a New Digital Economy” (BAND-NC). BAND-NC will provide mini-grants to communities across the state who want to begin a digital inclusion planning process or implement digital inclusion plans. Learn more.