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Funding for digital literacy skills training to help more Canadians get online

Charity Village

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, Government of Canada, launched the second phase of the Digital Literacy Exchange Program and announced a $17.6 million federal investment to help ensure that everyone has the knowledge to fully participate in the digital economy.

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Applications now open for HelpAge Canada’s new digital literacy program Dig-IT

Charity Village

Dig-IT has been carefully designed as a solution for seniors requiring assistance to access technology and support to build digital skills. The program provides tablets, data, education and technical support for low-income Canadian seniors to join the digital world.

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Got Hacked? Your Donors Know It

NonProfit PRO

You know that digital media literacy and cybersecurity are vital. Nevertheless, hackers now use a new strategy specific to security, and it should give you pause. If you haven't made data protection your No. 1 priority, you’re placing your nonprofit at significant risk to be hacked.

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Welcome to the 2021 Digital Inclusion Fellows

NTEN

While many in the digital inclusion sector have been pushing for digital equity for decades, there are others for whom the pandemic brought these issues to light. We saw more organizations and individuals becoming digital equity champions, affirming that we need government support in the sector.

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Three Reasons Kids Need Digital Literacy and Citizenship Education

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

As a parent of wired kids, I think teaching digital literacy is very important for parents to do. Three reasons kids need digital literacy and citizenship education — and three ways to provide it – Guest Post by Emily Esch. Three tips for teaching digital literacy and citizenship: Start with a clear vision.

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Digital literacy resources aim to keep seniors safe and connected during pandemic

Charity Village

The post Digital literacy resources aim to keep seniors safe and connected during pandemic appeared first on CharityVillage. With the older population being so much more vulnerable to COVID-19, they are likely to spend more time physically distancing for longer than the rest of the general […].

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Apply for the 2021 Digital Inclusion Fellowship

NTEN

The attempt thrust digital inequity into the public’s awareness. NTEN has long advocated that every organization needs to recognize the role of digital equity in meeting its mission. Our Digital Inclusion Fellowship is an excellent opportunity to expand your organization’s programming and strengthen community ties.

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