Events > Digital Inclusion Week 2024
They say, “Go big or go home,” and Community Tech Network is GOING BIG during Digital Inclusion Week (#DIW2024). We’ve got an action-packed schedule! For starters, we’re hosting some stellar in-person technology workshops across different neighborhoods in San Francisco for folks looking to learn more about how to use technology.
We’re also hosting special virtual workshops for anyone nationwide who wants to learn new digital skills. Or perhaps you’re a digital equity practitioner. We’ve got something for you, too. Join us on our Day of Equity for all (or some) of our SIX live back-to-back webinars. Oh, and as always, our activities are available in MULTIPLE LANGUAGES. See you this DIW!
OCTOBER 7th, 2024
These virtual programs will cover email management tricks and tips, Google Translate, and editing photos and videos on iOS and Android. If you have never attended a CTN webinar before, please contact Jen at giang@communitytechnetwork.org for the Vietnamese session or Lyubov at lyubov@communitytechnetwork.org for the Russian session.
Google Translate Webinar
in Vietnamese
October 7 @ 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT
Email Management Tips and Tricks Webinar in Russian
October 7 @ 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT
Tutorial: Photo and Video Editing in Cantonese
October 7 @ 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. PT
Tutorial: Photo and Video Editing in Mandarin
October 7 @ 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. PT
OCTOBER 8th, 2024
TECH TEACH-INS
Email Management (Cantonese)
October 8 @ 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT
Chinatown YMCA – 855 Sacramento St., San Francisco, CA 94108
Internet Safety and Security (Cantonese)
October 8 @ 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. PT
Richmond Senior Center – 6221 Geary Blvd. #3, San Francisco, CA 94121
OCTOBER 9th, 2024
TECH TEACH-INS
Smartphone Fundamentals (English & Spanish)
October 9 @ 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. PT
Centro Latino – 1656 15th St., San Francisco, CA 94103
Smartphone Fundamentals (English)
October 9 @ 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. PT
San Francisco Public Library – 100 Larkin St. San Francisco, CA 94102
OCTOBER 10th, 2024
TECH TEACH-INS
Smartphone Fundamentals (English & Tagalog), sponsored by AT&T
October 10 @ 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT
Canon Kip Senior Center – San Francisco, CA 94103
OCTOBER 10th, 2024 – CTN’s DIGITAL DAY OF EQUITY
These webinars are designed for nonprofit, government, and industry professionals and academic scholars hoping to bridge the digital divide in their communities. If you’re unable to attend, consider registering anyway and we will email you a recording of the event. Attendees of our webinars will be entered into a raffle to win free enrollment in one of our online training courses for digital equity instructors, managers, and specialists (a $100 – $300 value). You must be present to win.
Authentic Leadership
October 10 @ 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. PT
Join us for a special leadership session presented by Lyndsay Dowd, CEO of Heartbeat for Hire! This webinar will explore the core qualities that define authentic leaders, focusing on best practices and creative strategies for leading with empathy and integrity. Participants will learn how to inspire their teams not just as managers, but as true role models who foster trust and motivation. In today’s professional landscape, people need more than just a boss—they need a leader who genuinely connects with them and inspires them to achieve their best. Join us to discover how to embody these essential qualities and become the leader your team truly needs.
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Making AI Useful: Living in a Digital Error
October 10 @ 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. PT
This webinar will explore how to effectively integrate AI into your daily work by training it to be a personal assistant. Presenters will also share foundational AI concepts to include in digital skills training programs. The session will emphasize the importance of understanding and scrutinizing AI to maximize its potential for creating efficient workflows.
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Core Principles of Culturally Proficient Training
October 10 @ 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. PT
This webinar will feature a panel of CTN instructors who specialize in teaching digital skills across a range of cultures and age groups. Attendees will learn about new languages CTN offers, and hear directly from instructors representing Chinese, Spanish, Russian, Korean, Vietnamese, and Lao. Each instructor will share their unique strategies for effective cultural communication and teaching, emphasizing how language is just one aspect of their comprehensive approach to culturally proficient training.
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The Library Frontier: True Grit
October 10 @ 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. PT
Join us for a continued discussion on our libraries’ crucial efforts to bridge the digital divide across Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Tribal Lands. This webinar will feature insights from panelists Bo Ford (Digital Equity Program Manager, New Mexico State Library) and Taylor Meriwether (Technology and Digital Accessibility Officer, Oklahoma Department of Libraries) who will share their experiences and strategies in addressing digital inclusion in these regions. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and successes in expanding access to technology and digital resources in underserved, rural, geographically isolated, and diverse communities.
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Responsible Social Media?
October 10 @ 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. PT
This webinar will explore the impact of social media on mental health, focusing on how platform algorithms can cause addiction and lead to serious issues such as isolation, distorted self-image, and depression. Our panelists will delve into these critical topics, raising awareness of the dangers and offering practical strategies to help protect against these negative effects. Join us to learn how to navigate social media responsibly and safeguard your well-being.
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Patrons, Patients, and Constituents: Health Equity in Aging
October 10 @ 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. PT
This webinar will focus on the unique role of digital navigators working with aging populations. Experts will discuss the specialized skills needed to address the digital literacy challenges in these environments, highlighting the importance of understanding both the technology and the specific needs of older adults. Attendees will also learn about the devices and tools that can enhance health equity for aging communities, making digital inclusion more accessible and effective.
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