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Net Inclusion 2024: Where You’ll Find 1,200 of Your People
Whether you know it yet or not, you will find your people at Net Inclusion. We’re just 21 days away from the biggest (and best, if I may) digital inclusion conference in the United States, and probably in the world. (Now, if I’m misspeaking and you’re aware of some huge digital inclusion gathering elsewhere, please tell me, because I love any excuse for international travel!) It was a big deal last year when we shattered our previous Net Inclusion record by 142% and hit 800 attendees.
NDIA's Digital Inclusion Community Grew 80% in FY2023
NDIA Releases New Impact Report In FY2023, the digital inclusion community grew by 80 percent. With the growth of the field and the pressing need for resources to navigate once-in-a-lifetime federal funding for digital equity, NDIA has been busy. As we wrap up 2023, we’re celebrating our progress in our FY2023 Impact Report and sending a big THANKS to you — our community.
Two Years in the Making, FCC Sets Digital Discrimination Rules
Since 2017, NDIA has raised the alarm on digital redlining, a form of digital discrimination. There was no recourse – no one to hear the complaints or defend those harmed. Today, new rules will help prevent and eliminate digital discrimination. On the second anniversary of the signing of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted yesterday to adopt the final digital discrimination rules required by Congress in the IIJA.
Digital Inclusion Week 2023 Was Record-Breaking. Let's Relive a Few Moments
Thanks to the 687 people and 503 organizations who took action October 2-6, we just celebrated the biggest Digital Inclusion Week (DIW) in history. It wasn’t just the largest but also probably the most meaningful. Held every first week in October, DIW2023 marked the seventh national celebration, originally launched and still organized by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance and a committee of members (see who these awesome folks were).
NDIA Founding Chair Laura Breeden Inducted into Internet Hall of Fame
Laura Breeden – NDIA’s founding Board Chair – was recently inducted into the Internet Hall of Fame, an international recognition of the highest significance in the industry. Laura helped shape the path of internet expansion and adoption, and she is one of the originators of the digital inclusion movement. The Internet Society welcomes new inductees only every two years. This year, Laura was among a group of nine inductees and the only woman in the 2023 class.
Everything You Need for Digital Inclusion Week 2023, October 2-6
We’re less than one week away from Digital Inclusion Week 2023 – our seventh annual week of awareness, celebration, and action. Digital equity is a big goal, one that requires action from everyone. This year, digital inclusion work around the country is being led by more individuals, organizations, Tribes, federal government entities, policymakers, companies, and municipalities.
Among Hundreds of Heroes, Three Emerge as ‘2023 Digital Equity Champions’
by | Mar 15, 2023 | ACP, Digital Inclusion News, Heroes Above: WATCH the presentation of the 2023 Benton Digital Equity Champion awards at NDIA’s Net Inclusion conference in San Antonio. Adrianne Furniss, executive director of the Benton Institute, presents the awards. The digital inclusion field is growing faster than my Wi-Fi signal as I get close to home.
NDIA Hosting Net Inclusion - Largest Ever Digital Equity Conference
San Antonio’s Digital Equity Work Is in the National Spotlight SAN ANTONIO — National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) is set to host its largest Net Inclusion conference yet in San Antonio, February 28 through March 2. NDIA supports over 1,100 organizations doing digital inclusion work and advocacy across the country.
Senate Democrats and Biden need to stand up to homophobic attacks on FCC nominee Gigi Sohn
By Evan Greer and Yvette Scorse 4 minute Read Gigi Sohn is gay. She’s also a highly qualified nominee for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with decades of experience as a public interest advocate working on issues of affordable broadband access, net neutrality, and closing the digital divide. More than 375 organizations, companies, elected officials, and local governments have voiced their support for Gigi Sohn’s confirmation as an FCC Commissioner. Gigi’s sexuality is no secret.
Senate Democrats and Biden need to stand up to homophobic attacks on FCC nominee Gigi Sohn
23 hours ago Al Sharpton described the five officers charged with the murder of Tyre Nichols as "punks" during the 29-year-old's funeral. "How dare you," the veteran civil rights campaigner asked during an impassioned eulogy at the service on Wednesday, 1 February. In the fiery speech, he said: "You don't fight gangs by becoming five armed men against an armed man.
NDIA Advocates for Digital Equity before Senate Subcommittee
Angela Siefer, NDIA executive director, advocated for the advancement of digital equity Tuesday while testifying on “Ensuring Solutions to Meet America’s Broadband Needs” before the Senate Commerce Committee Subcommittee on Communications, Media, and Broadband.
NDIA's Angela Siefer to Testify before the US Senate
by | Dec 7, 2022 | Digital Inclusion News, Policy NDIA’s Executive Director Angela Siefer will be testifying before a subcommittee of the US Senate on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 10 a.m. EST at a hearing entitled “Ensuring Solutions to Meet America’s Broadband Needs.” We’re thrilled to be among the few witnesses at this hearing and the key voice advocating for the advancement of digital equity.
Digital Inclusion Week 2022 - Your Digital Equity Movement!
“Rural outreach starts with the community connections that already exist. We were lucky to meet an amazing church leader who brought her energy and enthusiasm and fully embraced the digital inclusion opportunity. We talked to the community about the ACP, ensured the local ISP was on site to provide their information, partnered with the local health clinic to provide health information and offer flu shots and supported the mobile library van.
Digital Inclusion Week 2022 Is Officially the Biggest Yet
Digital Inclusion Week just launched and is already the biggest yet, with the nationwide event and campaign now in its seventh year. As of Monday afternoon, more than 200 organizations had registered to take action or hold events during the week. This was over 100 percent more than in 2021, which beat previous years’ records.
NDIA Awards 18 National Digital Navigator Corps Grants in Rural & Tribal Areas
The National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) announced today 18 grant recipient organizations, who will together launch the National Digital Navigator Corps. The grants are part of $10 million of support from Google.org, which will go toward hiring community-based digital navigators alongside programmatic and technical support to further develop NDIA’s digital navigator model for rural and Tribal communities.
Denver Public Library Made a Tool for Comparing Internet Options - And We’re Sharing It with You!
Guest Blog by Nate Stone, program administrator, Technology Education and Access | Digital Inclusion, Denver Public Library Soon after launching our digital navigator program in Denver, Colorado, we discovered that one of the biggest challenges in signing community members up for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was walking them through the bewildering array of options available for service. What is the difference between wired and hotspot service? What does a data cap really mean?
Technical Experts, Advocates, Activists Will Share Insights on Community-Driven Digital Equity Solutions at Upcoming Event
As an unprecedented level of broadband infrastructure funding is opening up to communities across the country, many local leaders are finding themselves overwhelmed by information and evolving rules. To help demystify broadband and digital equity policy and give officials the grounding they need to undertake projects, the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) and the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) will host a fast-paced, fun, and interactive virtual gathering on March 16th, 2022.
Five Black History Month Highlights You Shouldn't Miss
by Yvette Scorse | Feb 28, 2022 | Digital Inclusion News Black leaders and communities have been at the root of digital inclusion work for decades. Black History Month is a key time to acknowledge this history, reflect on accomplishments in Black communities, and celebrate Black leadership. We also acknowledge that this needs to be done all year round, as digital equity is inextricably tied to racial equity and the empowerment of Black communities.
Big Picture: How Is the US Doing on Digital Inclusion?
by Yvette Scorse | Feb 25, 2022 | Digital Inclusion News As digital equity is a worldwide issue, it’s helpful to zoom out occasionally and look at where the United States is compared to other countries. What challenges do we share? How are we approaching digital inclusion similarly and differently? What can we learn from each other? This is also a helpful exercise to see the big picture – to celebrate the progress we’ve recently made and identify gaps that still exist.
Nine Digital Inclusion Orgs Launch Airwaves for Equity Coalition
New coalition asks Congress to dedicate revenue from future spectrum auctions to support digital literacy and adoption efforts Today, nine of the nation’s leading digital equity organizations announced the launch of Airwaves for Equity, a coalition focused on asking Congress to dedicate the net proceeds from future spectrum auctions to support digital literacy and inclusion efforts.
NDIA Announces $10 Million Grant from Google.org to Remove Digital Divide Roadblocks for Rural & Tribal Communities
Today National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) announced a multi-year, $10M grant from Google.org to create a National Digital Navigator Corps. The Corps will span 18 rural and tribal communities across the United States and impact thousands of people through one-on-one technology training and community outreach to connect people to the internet, appropriate devices, and training.
Meet the 2022 Benton Digital Equity Champions!
by Yvette Scorse | Feb 11, 2022 | Digital Inclusion News Named for Charles Benton, the founder of Benton Institute for Broadband & Society, NDIA created the awards to recognize leadership and dedication in advancing digital equity: from promoting the ideal of accessible and affordable communications technology for all Americans to crafting programs and policies that make it a reality.
NDIA Welcomes Two New Staff
by Yvette Scorse | Feb 8, 2022 | Digital Inclusion News Digital Navigator Manager Abi began work in digital inclusion at the start of her career in academic libraries, where she saw a correlation between digital inequities and academic success in first-year college students.
Net Inclusion Is Coming Straight to You - IRL & Livestream!
by Yvette Scorse | Feb 8, 2022 | Digital Inclusion News Net Inclusion 2022 is in person in Portland, Oregon AND live-streaming February 15-17, 2022! In-person conference registration is now full.
The Net Inclusion Conference Schedule Is Here
by Yvette Scorse | Jan 12, 2022 | Digital Inclusion News The session schedule for Net Inclusion is here! The conference is set to stay in person February 15 to 17 in Portland, Oregon. NDIA will have COVID-19 safety measures in place, including vaccination requirements, negative tests, and outdoor eating arrangements. If you are attending and don’t yet have your vaccination and/or booster, please plan to get it as soon as possible.
NDIA Welcomes Three New Team Members
by Yvette Scorse | Jan 11, 2022 | Digital Inclusion News As NDIA expands, we’re thrilled to welcome three new team members to start 2022. Please connect with them on LinkedIn and welcome them to the community. Pamela Rosales Training & Community Engagement Manager She/Her/Hers Chicago For the previous five years, Pamela worked for nonprofits focusing on ending gender-based violence.
December Webinars: Diving into the Infrastructure Act & Digital Inclusion 101
by Yvette Scorse | Nov 30, 2021 | Digital Inclusion News Digital Inclusion Funding in the Infrastructure Bill December 7, 2021, 2 p.m. EST The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, as recently passed by Congress, appropriates over $65 billion to states, local governments, community organizations, and other entities for a range of digital inclusion activities.
Spotlight: American Indian Policy Institute & What the Infrastructure Act Means for Tribes
For Native American Heritage Month, NDIA is featuring digital inclusion work on Tribal lands. Special thanks to the American Indian Policy Institute for sharing their insight into this work. Photo: Courtesy of AIPI By Beth Santistevan, American Indian Policy Institute policy and communications program coordinator, and Yvette Scorse, NDIA communications director As we are steadily becoming used to the pandemic “new normal,” there are many critical facets which are necessary to our new way of life.
We Have Two New Definitions: 'Broadband Equity' & 'Digital Divide'
by Yvette Scorse | Nov 29, 2021 | Digital Inclusion News NDIA has two new definitions to add to our growing glossary. Definitions of “digital equity” and “digital inclusion” have been key to building the field and creating policy that addresses these areas. Our goal is to continue to co-create shared definitions with the community as we all work together toward digital equity.
Fond du Lac Reservation Gets Connected during the Pandemic & Just in Time
For Native American Heritage Month, NDIA is featuring digital inclusion work on Tribal lands. Special thanks to the Fond du Lac Band for sharing their connectivity story! Image: Courtesy of Fond du Lac By Rita (Aspinwall) Karppinen, Fond du Lac Reservation communications director, and Yvette Scorse, NDIA communications director In November 2019, the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa community, located in northern Minnesota, had just connected to fiber broadband for the first time.
Two Years in the Making, the Digital Equity Act Passes in Congress
Infrastructure Bill Includes Billions in Digital Inclusion Funding Press Contact: Yvette Scorse, communications director, Today the Infrastructure Expansion Act of 2021 passed in the House, meaning the biggest federal investment ever in digital equity. “This moment is unprecedented,” said Angela Siefer, executive director of National Digital Inclusion Alliance.
Digital Inclusion Week 2021 Was a Huge Success
Our sixth Digital Inclusion Week on October 4-8 was a huge success! And it wouldn’t have happened without all of you. Together, we had a hugely successful week-long campaign for digital inclusion. We tweeted, posted, hosted, spoke out, called for action, and raised awareness of the urgent need for digital equity. “Our 600 affiliates came together to shine light on the digital divide, and we have reached more people than ever before,” said Angela Siefer, NDIA executive director.
Vicky Yuki Starts as NDIA Senior Program Manager
by Yvette Scorse | Oct 11, 2021 | Digital Inclusion News Vicky Yuki joined the NDIA team last week! We’re very excited to welcome her – please hit the “IN” button below to connect with her on LinkedIn or shoot her an email welcome. Senior Programs Manager With 21 years of experience working in nonprofit and government sectors, her passion is to improve human experiences and equity through collaborative, thoughtful process.
What Is Digital Inequity?
by Yvette Scorse | Oct 6, 2021 | Digital Inclusion News, Digital Inclusion Week All NDIA assets are under creative commons. We encourage you to use these and remix them however is most useful – in presentations, on social media, etc. Shoutout credit to National Digital Inclusion Alliance and @netinclusion on Twitter is always appreciated but not required.
Digital Inclusion Week Is Here & There Is Tons of Action
Hundreds of Nonprofits, Companies & Government Officials Will Participate Today, the whole country is aware, on some level, of digital inequities. During the pandemic, people have personally felt the necessity and urgency of having high-speed internet, devices, and digital skills. That makes this year’s Digital Inclusion Week even more essential, now in its sixth year. Hosted by National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA), Digital Inclusion Week is October 4-8, 2021.
NDIA Community Defines 'Digital Inclusion Ecosystem'
by Yvette Scorse | Aug 27, 2021 | Digital Inclusion News This week, the NDIA community worked together to define the concept of “Digital Inclusion Ecosystem.” A Digital Inclusion Ecosystem is a combination of programs and policies that meet a geographic community’s unique and diverse needs. Coordinating entities work together in an ecosystem to address all aspects of the digital divide, including affordable broadband, devices, and skills.
NDIA Celebrates the Senate Passage of the Infrastructure Bill
by Yvette Scorse | Aug 10, 2021 | Digital Inclusion News After months of talks, the U.S. Senate passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act today in a 69-30 vote. The bipartisan bill includes a $65 billion broadband proposal, designed to “connect every American to reliable high-speed internet,” according to the White House. As the package moves through the legislative process, NDIA will keep you updated on the bill and its impact on digital inclusion.
Framework for Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Includes Digital Equity
by Yvette Scorse | Jul 29, 2021 | Digital Inclusion News NDIA Continues to Influence Digital Inclusion Policy As we continue to monitor the status of the infrastructure bill in the U.S. Senate, we’re excited to see resources and policies addressing digital inequities. The influence of NDIA and our community is striking in the draft language. Final passage of the bill remains uncertain. But we have definitely never come this close to such a significant investment in digital equity.
NDIA Supports New Homework Gap Legislation
National Digital Inclusion Alliance supports new legislation, which was introduced today, to extend the FCC’s Emergency Connectivity Fund (EFC) and thus support schools and libraries’ providing devices and connectivity in their communities. The legislation, Securing Universal Communications Connectivity to Ensure Students Succeed (SUCCESS) Act, would provide $40 billion over five years and was introduced by Senator Edward J.
Digital Equity Scorecard Provides Fresh Look at State Efforts
The National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) launched its State Digital Equity Scorecard today, providing a score and best practices for state digital inclusion efforts. In today’s economy, more workers must need at least fundamental digital skills to be employed. The interactive map gives insight into state efforts and the link between unemployment, digital skills, and economic opportunities. One major finding is that 6.9 million of today’s 9.8 million job openings require digital skills.
Sioux Falls Releases Digital Equity Framework
Plan Aims for Equal Access to Technology in the Community The City of Sioux Falls, South Dakota just released a new digital equity framework for the city. They partnered with the National Digital Inclusion Alliance and the Purdue Center for Regional Development to support a community task force – the Inclusive Digital Equity Alliance (IDEA) – to create the framework.
NDIA Welcomes Yvette Scorse and Josh Mimura!
by Yvette Scorse | Jul 6, 2021 | Digital Inclusion News NDIA is proud to continue our growth and increase our capacity to support the digital inclusion community. Communications Director Yvette served as the communications director of Byte Back, leading the Washington, DC-based organization’s branding, thought leadership, and media strategy. Previously, she worked with an LGBTQ youth capacity-building organization and taught English in Madrid for five years while doing freelance journalism.
The inaugural season of Technical.ly DC Diaries has wrapped. Get to know these 11 #dctech leaders
Growth 2 seconds ago In this new video series, we heard from local technologists, entrepreneurs and startup leaders about how they have been navigating the pandemic, and their plans moving forward. The inaugural season of Technical.ly DC Diaries has wrapped. Get to know these 11 #dctech leaders Technical.ly DC Diaries' first-season guests.
How can we achieve ‘digital justice’ in the District?
What does the digital divide look like on the ground in D.C.? What would D.C. look like if there was digital equity? Are we on the right path? Do we need to dedicate more time, energy and money to it? Spoiler alert: Yes, yes we do.
How Can We Achieve ‘Digital Justice’ in the District?
What does the digital divide look like on the ground in D.C.? What would D.C. look like if there was digital equity? Are we on the right path? Do we need to dedicate more time, energy and money to it? Spoiler alert: Yes, yes we do.
Byte Back Celebrates Official Launch in Baltimore
On Wednesday, tech training nonprofit Byte Back celebrated its official launch and early success during a launch party at The Startup Nest in Southwest Baltimore. After 22 years in Washington, DC, Byte Back enrolled its first adult learners in Baltimore in June. Since then, the program has enrolled a total of 39 Baltimore residents and 10 have been certified in CompTIA IT Fundamentals. Seventy-five adult students will be enrolled in free tech training by the end of 2019.
Accessibility Doesn’t Start With a Website. It Starts with Digital Equity
When we say “accessibility,” many of us think about adding keyboard navigation, high color contrast, and alt text to a website. But the reality is, even with accessibility features, your website is still inaccessible to millions who don’t have internet access or training to use a computer. The digital divide remains – 15 million Americans don’t have a computer and 24 million don’t have broadband. And D.C. is no exception.
Byte Back Celebrates Winter Graduation and Expansion in its 21st Year
“I felt like technology had grown up around me, and I was losing the battle,” said Demika Alston, a Byte Back graduate. She spoke to a crowd of about 100 Byte Back students and supporters Thursday evening at the nonprofit’s biannual graduation. Byte Back, a 21-year-old organization based in Washington, D.C., provides free tech career training for about 550 students per year.
The D.C. Tech Guide to the Tech, Music Festival
Each year, the District goes big at South by Southwest in Austin, Texas, and 2018 is no different. The coveted technology, film and music festival kicks off tomorrow, and, with an arsenal of programming and ambassadors by its side, the Washington, D.C. Economic Partnership (WDCEP) is ready to go. “Our main focus is to talk about D.C. as an inclusive city,” said Keith Sellers, WDCEP’s CEO.
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