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Apply for the 2021 Digital Inclusion Fellowship

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Despite needing to access online services, almost a quarter of U.S. NTEN has long advocated that every organization needs to recognize the role of digital equity in meeting its mission. Kansas City, MO: 1 position (filled) (sponsored by Google Fiber). adults do not use home broadband. Learn more.

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Announcing the Digital Inclusion Fellowship

NTEN

Only when everyone is online can we truly support our entire community with necessary services, access to education and information, avenues to employment, and social connections to friends and family regardless of income or where someone may live. Today, more than 60 million Americans still aren't using the Internet at home.

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"Leveling the Playing Field" Through Broadband and Public Computers

NTEN

Calvin Osborne, an attorney with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), underscored the urgency in improving broadband -- essentially fast Internet access -- to keep the US from lagging behind other nations. He spoke about FCC's expansive efforts to increase "digital literacy" for both individuals and small businesses.