I would like to thank everyone that was in the organization of #FNF23! This was a great step in my journey in #DigitalRights and #DigitalInclusion.

We had a lot of fun and kickstarted an initiative to bring closer the #EU institutions to the Fediverse (more updates soon! @vishnee @zzepposs @erikkemp)

Also, with MEP Patrick Beyer we discussed about how #CSAR may undermine our fundamental right to privacy, as well as new developments in border control by the EU

@JB611 This is so true Josie. People often talk about young people being 'digital natives' because they grew up with tech, but there are often huge gaps in their skillsets especially with essential digital skills #EDS for the #workplace.

In my #DigitalInclusion work I have often heard that many young people don't know how to add an attachment to an email. That's hugely problematic because attaching a CV/resume and covering letter is one of our key routes to employment.

@zleap @shauny @gerrymcgovern I support non-profit organisations in Scotland who would love to have your old mobile phones! Any tech under 8 years old is useful in #DigitalInclusion work to support people in poverty.

Brill masterclass this morning.

The best way that we can all support our colleagues and service users with digital skills is to make sure they have the support they need. From years of experience and testing of different models, we know that the Digital Champion model is the most sustainable and impactful way to provide this support.

There's still time to book to learn all about how you can Create and embed Digital Champions.
https://scvo.scot/events/a1v3z00000JIcOhAAL/creating-and-embedding-digital-champions

#DigitalChampions #DigitalInclusion

Free taster workshop tomorrow on #FilmMaking on a mobile. Great idea for #DigitalChampions and #DigitalInclusion projects for keeping things fun for your learners. Excellent hook for encouraging new #DigitalSkills.

Jon comes highly recommended by the education officers at the Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh.
https://playfulcommunications.co.uk/free-madeonamobile-taster-workshop/

#DigitalInclusion is #SocialInclusion

https://www.government-transformation.com/en/citizen-experience/scottish-government-awards-600000-to-digital-inclusion-projects

A fun few days in the U.K. but painful tech issues. Crappy wifi, roaming data/ mobile coverage problems, etc. Reminded me how reliant we are now on constant, fast, reliable internet access. One example was parking - I had no connectivity (no wifi and my data cap reached) - so couldn’t use the app, and the only parking machine had been vandalised. Reminds me of the articles on elderly people who don’t have/want a mobile phone, now finding day tasks are so difficult without one. #digitalinclusion

Delighted that 13 projects across #Scotland, who provide #MentalHealth and #SocialHousing services, have been awarded funding for new #DigitalInclusion programmes.

These ‘Digital Pioneers’ will develop, test and implement programmes to help people access online services they need to support their health and wellbeing.

Here's the list of organisations who have been funded in the first phase https://www.gov.scot/news/supporting-access-to-online-services/

Really excited to be a part of @SCVO's brand new Members' Week. I'll be running an event with my colleague Kathryn. We'll be celebrating digital inclusion success stories and sharing top tips on how you can support your service users to make better use of your online services.

Book your place now. SCVO membership is free to most non-profit organisations in Scotland with an income under £100K.

https://scvo.scot/about/community/members-week-2023/

#DigitalInclusion #Scotland #NonProfit

: What is digital citizenship? This describes the responsible use of technology by anyone using computers, devices, and the internet to engage with society. One facet of digital citizenship is #digitalliteracy and #digitalinclusion. To learn more about digital citizenship, visit this link: https://shorturl.at/btQRW
#educationpolicy #education #educationleadership #cybersecurity #nonprofit #nced #ncpol #digitalequity #educationequity #techforgood #edtech

🤳 The #Internet #Brasil Program aims to bring #connectivity and digital inclusion to #students and low-income families through the free distribution of cell phone chips and data packages.

👏 There are 17 participating schools in the Northeast of the country and 5,775 chips have been already activated!

👉 Read more about this initiative from the Brazilian NREN RNP https://connect.geant.org/2023/06/28/internet-brasil-program-promotes-digital-inclusion-of-low-income-children-with-free-distribution-of-cell-phone-chips-with-internet-access

📖 featured on #CONNECT43 https://connect.geant.org/connect43

#technology #education #Brazil #schools #DigitalInclusion

New paper 'From pillars
to practice' which presents a future framework for embedding #DigitalInclusion in #health and #SocialCare.

Co-authored by Aaron Slater @DigiScot and Dr Tara French @ScotGov

https://scvo.scot/p/61043/2023/07/21/pillars-for-digital-inclusion

#CyberCafes #Nigeria #DigitalDivide #DigitalInclusion: "In the mid-2000s, Nigerian telecom companies started offering mobile-browsing packages, and the purchase of internet-enabled mobile phones jumped. Suddenly, there was an alternative to the long queues, overstuffed rooms, lack of privacy, and risk of arrest that characterized cybercafes.

More than half of Nigerians use the internet, but only 30% of them own a personal computer, and data can still be prohibitively expensive. That means there’s still a market for internet cafes among low-income families and those who need to print paperwork."

https://restofworld.org/2023/internet-cafes-lagos-nigeria/

: An insightful report (https://shorturl.at/qBGM1) from
@cyber_dot_org discussing the state of cybersecurity education in K-12 schools. T-ATP is committed to providing equitable and accessible cybersecurity education to underserved communities. #educationpolicy #education #educationleadership #cybersecurity #nonprofit #nced #ncpol #educationequity #digitalliteracy #digitalequity #digitalawareness #digitalinclusion #techforgood

: An insightful article (https://shorturl.at/qBGM1) from
@cyber_dot_org discussing the state of cybersecurity education in K-12 schools. T-ATP is committed to providing equitable and accessible cybersecurity education to underserved communities. #educationpolicy #education #educationleadership #cybersecurity #nonprofit #nced #ncpol #educationequity #digitalliteracy #digitalequity #digitalawareness #digitalinclusion #techforgood

🌟 5 DAYS TO GO! 🌟 We're getting closer to the big day! 🚀 Don't miss out on our #LarundaLaunch Party celebrating digital #accessibility and #neurodiversity! Let's create a more inclusive future together. Join us on August 1st! #InclusionMatters #DigitalInclusion

https://bit.ly/3N4kG7o

Digital Life Skills: Find out information about public services and save time and money by visiting local and national government websites. ➜ https://www.learnmyway.com/explore-all-subjects/starting-to-use-the-internet

#DigitalSkills #digitalinclusion #digitalliteracy

The SCVO digital team have a monthly e-bulletin rounding up the latest news on digital participation, evolution and innovation in Scotland and beyond.

Here's this month's bulletin https://go.scvo.scot/webmail/566562/1460490724/ffa5241988841dcb55e93bf646c02dc1024525d5df44e8cf15880bca11d1032c

And you can sign up for future bulletins from our website at https://scvo.scot/support/digital

#DigitalInclusion #DigitalEvolution
#Digital

This Guardian article sums up well a few of the reasons why I'm passionate about #DigitalInclusion. I'm so proud my department contributed to the House of Lords enquiry and was pleased to see their report took such a fierce stance against Westminster policy, or lack thereof.

If you want to know what you can do, sign up now for my 'Introduction to Digital inclusion' session on 13th July. It's tailored for charities but useful for everyone. https://scvo.scot/events/a1v3z00000JIHkwAAH/connect23-introduction-to-digital-inclusion

https://www.theguardian.com/inequality/2023/jun/29/uk-government-allowing-millions-to-fall-behind-due-to-digital-exclusion

Emmanuel (front left, 80-something and youthful) learning how to use his new device bank laptop at the 50+ digital drop-in. We think he is making his first blog post.

21 June 2023, at Mildmay Community Centre.

#DeviceBank - https://50pd.uk/50-plus-device-bank-laptops/

#DigitalInclusion #SocialInclusion #SeniorCitizens