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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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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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Apply for the 2021 Digital Inclusion Fellowship

NTEN

The attempt thrust digital inequity into the public’s awareness. Whether it was trying to attend classes, apply for government benefits, or practice religion, many people were excluded from fully participating in their communities. in our Digital Inclusion Toolkit and fact sheets. adults do not use home broadband.

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Building a Digitally Literate Community

Tech Soup

But what if kids learned basic tech skills along with reading storybooks and taking spelling tests? Libraries, nonprofits, and schools are already working hard to teach digital skills and competency, but they need support of the entire community to help people thrive in the technology age. Defining Digital Literacy.

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[Breaking News] An Extraordinary Funding Opportunity For Nonprofits To Preserve Local Journalism

Bloomerang

Digital disruption : The rise of digital platforms and online advertising has disrupted traditional revenue models for local news, making it difficult for many outlets to adapt. Economic downturns have had a significant impact on the sustainability of local news outlets, leading to layoffs and closures in many areas.

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Building A Nonprofit Board That Understands Financial Stewardship

Kindful

But some general knowledge about financial literacy will bode well. Take advantage of National Literacy Month. Simply getting new members to understand how to read a finance statement is another first step to financial literacy for board members. Take advantage of National Literacy Month. Start at the recruitment stage.

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February Cause Awareness: Black History Month

Qgiv

Nonprofits to support Byte Back Byte Back is an organization dedicated to opening a path for historically underrepresented communities into the digital economy. The organization champions digital equity, diversity in tech, and living-wage careers. Donate to support their mission here. Donate to support their mission here.

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