Myth: The digital divide only impacts rural communities In the realm of digital equity, there is a common misconception that the digital divide is predominantly a problem faced by rural... read more →
Access to digital technology is no longer a mere luxury but a critical human right in the modern era. However, 2.7 billion people around the world are offline. In this... read more →
Myth: The digital divide will solve itself over time. The digital divide is the gap between those who have the access and skills to use technology and those who do... read more →
Nowadays, we need the internet for just about everything. We use it to schedule doctor’s appointments, access healthcare test results, search for jobs and apartments, communicate with our (or our... read more →
Nearly 2.8 million Texas households lack access to high-speed internet. There is a critical need to connect Texans with reliable broadband access, as well as the affordable devices and digital... read more →
Many folks have been left behind in today’s increasingly digital society, as they lack the skills or resources to use technology. To address this problem, the U.S. federal government passed... read more →
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to our country. However, it’s also... read more →
Californians have a unique opportunity to make a difference in the fight for digital equity. The proposed legislation AB414, known as the Digital Equity Bill of Rights, aims to ensure... read more →
As a follow-up to our recent post about the digital divide in the state of California, this month we’re highlighting some facts and figures about the issue in another major... read more →
Community Tech Network has partnered with EAH Housing to launch a new digital equity initiative in California’s Central Valley. The program is funded by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)... read more →