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 →
Did you know that nearly 42% of older Americans (60+) living in the United States do not have high-speed internet at home? In today’s digital age, access to technology has... read more →
California, home to the renowned Silicon Valley, is often considered a hub for technological innovation in the United States. However, digital inequity is still a major problem across the state,... read more →
Paperless has become one of society’s most popular buzzwords. Going shopping? Many stores now offer to email your receipt instead of printing it. Need to sign a contract? Just add... read more →
Let’s say you’re unemployed and looking for a new job. It's summertime and brutally hot outside. You walk all over town looking for a “We’re Hiring” sign, only to return... read more →
When you think about women’s* rights, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Probably not women’s access to technology. However, across the world, the U.S. State Department estimates (PDF)... read more →
One key topic is often left out of discussions about racial justice: the racial digital divide. Individuals can search and apply for jobs, scholarships, and career opportunities online. They can... read more →
In Argentina, data plans for cell phones are available for as little as $4.00 USD per month. How is this possible when Americans pay about $114 per month on average... read more →
January is Poverty Awareness Month. At Community Tech Network, we believe that when discussing poverty, one must also address digital redlining. Internet service providers, or ISPs, often intentionally underinvest in... read more →
Myth: Smartphones are enough to bridge the digital divide. Imagine that you’re a high school student writing a 10-page essay on your phone. How difficult is it to switch between... read more →