Global inequality

Georgia Dept. of Education and Verizon launch program to narrow digital divide

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Monday, August 2, 2021

To help bridge the digital divide, the Georgia Department of Education and Verizon Public Sector today announced a new program to provide wireless broadband data and voice services to underserved communities.

Key Points: 
  • To help bridge the digital divide, the Georgia Department of Education and Verizon Public Sector today announced a new program to provide wireless broadband data and voice services to underserved communities.
  • Were proud to partner with Verizon on this initiative that will expand internet access to students across the state of Georgia.
  • Students throughout Georgia, including in rural areas, need access to digital devices and the internet connectivity to power their learning.
  • A significant digital divide persists, and our mission for our digital access program is to help bridge the connectivity gap by using the same model as distance learning to serve low-income households.

Kajeet Awards 85 Equity-Focused Organizations One Year of Free Internet Connectivity Hardware, Data and Managed Service to Support Digital Inclusion

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

To support equitable access to essential online services and opportunities, grant recipients will receive one year of free data on their network of choice, internet connectivity hardware and access to Kajeet's award-winning mobile connectivity platform, Sentinel .

Key Points: 
  • To support equitable access to essential online services and opportunities, grant recipients will receive one year of free data on their network of choice, internet connectivity hardware and access to Kajeet's award-winning mobile connectivity platform, Sentinel .
  • The 2021 Kajeet Digital Inclusion Grant seeks to help equity-focused organizations provide community members with safe, reliable access to remote learning, telehealth services and other vital online resources and opportunities.
  • The 85 grant recipients will receive a pilot program with the Kajeet digital equity solution of their choice Kajeet SmartBus, Kajeet SmartSpot or Kajeet Connect Prime.
  • Our Kajeet Digital Inclusion Grant program strives to move us all closer to enabling a more equitable future and we're pleased to announce this year's 85 recipients."

Chalice Network™ Partners with the Financial Planning Association (FPA) to Bring Members Much Needed Access to a Robust Digital Marketplace

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

With single sign-on technology, Chalice digitally delivers a suite of benefits that helps throughout the entire lifecycle of a business.

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  • With single sign-on technology, Chalice digitally delivers a suite of benefits that helps throughout the entire lifecycle of a business.
  • We are seeing a digital divide across the financial industry, and Chalice Enterprise Solutions was created to help these companies and organizations bridge the technology gap.
  • We are delighted to partner with Chalice Network to bring their marketplace technology to our members so they can access a suite of highly relevant benefits.
  • This partnership validates the leadership role Chalice plays in bridging the digital gap and helping all types of businesses bring better benefits to their members."

TES Partners With Close The Gap To Help Bridge The Global Digital Divide

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Monday, July 19, 2021

TES, the global leader in sustainable technology lifecycle services, is pleased to announce its ongoing partnership with Close the Gap, an international social enterprise that aims to bridge the digital divide by offering high-quality, refurbished, pre-owned computer devices donated by Global 2000 companies.

Key Points: 
  • TES, the global leader in sustainable technology lifecycle services, is pleased to announce its ongoing partnership with Close the Gap, an international social enterprise that aims to bridge the digital divide by offering high-quality, refurbished, pre-owned computer devices donated by Global 2000 companies.
  • ATLANTA, July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Close the Gap collects decommissioned computers from companies and arranges for other organizations to sanitize and refurbish them according to their end-users' requirements.
  • Since its inception in 2004, Close the Gap has supported over 6,000 projects in more than 50 countries, donating over 1 million computers to reach over 3 million people.
  • The partnership between TES and Close the Gap represents an extension of that foundation and furthers our commitment to global corporate social responsibility."

TES Partners With Close The Gap To Help Bridge The Global Digital Divide

Retrieved on: 
Monday, July 19, 2021

TES, the global leader in sustainable technology lifecycle services, is pleased to announce its ongoing partnership with Close the Gap, an international social enterprise that aims to bridge the digital divide by offering high-quality, refurbished, pre-owned computer devices donated by Global 2000 companies.

Key Points: 
  • TES, the global leader in sustainable technology lifecycle services, is pleased to announce its ongoing partnership with Close the Gap, an international social enterprise that aims to bridge the digital divide by offering high-quality, refurbished, pre-owned computer devices donated by Global 2000 companies.
  • ATLANTA, July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Close the Gap collects decommissioned computers from companies and arranges for other organizations to sanitize and refurbish them according to their end-users' requirements.
  • Since its inception in 2004, Close the Gap has supported over 6,000 projects in more than 50 countries, donating over 1 million computers to reach over 3 million people.
  • The partnership between TES and Close the Gap represents an extension of that foundation and furthers our commitment to global corporate social responsibility."

TechPACT Launches Speaker Series Focused on Equity and Inclusion Within the Technology Field

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

This inspirational and informative series was designed to ignite a spark within every individual to remain committed to the reduction of the digital divide.

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  • This inspirational and informative series was designed to ignite a spark within every individual to remain committed to the reduction of the digital divide.
  • Events are held throughout the year and feature industry leaders and game changers in the technology field.
  • He believes this series to be the inspiration needed for TechPACT members to take action on their commitment to the overall mission.
  • To join the events, learn more about the mission, and take the TechPACT pledge, visit the TechPACT website .

DartPoints Helps to Bridge Digital Divide in South Carolina

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

GREENVILLE, S.C., June 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- DartPoints , an owner and operator of edge colocation data centers, brings its unique internet connectivity ecosystem model to South Carolina, helping to bridge the digital divide for local businesses and residents.

Key Points: 
  • GREENVILLE, S.C., June 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- DartPoints , an owner and operator of edge colocation data centers, brings its unique internet connectivity ecosystem model to South Carolina, helping to bridge the digital divide for local businesses and residents.
  • DartPoints has acquired Immedion's eight data centers in seven markets throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, Ohio and Indiana more than doubling DartPoints' data center footprint.
  • DartPoints brings data storage and processing directly to the South Carolina "edge," which reduces latency, improves internet performance and provides cost-effective access to global internet networks.
  • DartPoints is helping to bridge the digital divide by transforming the way data traffic is managed, processed, and fulfilled within local markets.

New FBA Research Reveals Fiber Can Close the Rural Digital Divide

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Monday, June 21, 2021

The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) today with RVA LLC Market Research & Consulting , Corning Inc. and OFS released a new white paper, titled Fiber Broadband can Eliminate the North American Rural Digital Divide.

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  • The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) today with RVA LLC Market Research & Consulting , Corning Inc. and OFS released a new white paper, titled Fiber Broadband can Eliminate the North American Rural Digital Divide.
  • Accompanied by population shifts to rural areas, rural citizens now need and demand the highest quality broadband available - which fiber quantifiably delivers best.
  • To eliminate the rural digital divide, the white paper suggests attention and investment should be placed on the most effective rural broadband infrastructure.
  • The investment in fiber networks in rural areas to close the digital divide has never been more important.

GSMA Study Reveals that the Gender Gap in Mobile Internet Use is Shrinking, Despite the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

Women in both regions now face a similar gender gap in mobile internet use 37% in Sub-Saharan Africa and 36% in South Asia.

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  • Women in both regions now face a similar gender gap in mobile internet use 37% in Sub-Saharan Africa and 36% in South Asia.
  • The GSMA report showed an estimated 112 million more women started using mobile internet last year across low- and middle-income countries.
  • The GSMA introduced the Connected Women Commitment Initiative in 2016 to catalyse action to close the mobile gender gap.
  • Connected Women aims to reduce the gender gap in mobile internet and mobile money services and unlock significant commercial opportunities for the mobile industry and socio-economic benefits for women.

GSMA Study Reveals that the Gender Gap in Mobile Internet Use is Shrinking, Despite the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 17, 2021

Women in both regions now face a similar gender gap in mobile internet use 37% in Sub-Saharan Africa and 36% in South Asia.

Key Points: 
  • Women in both regions now face a similar gender gap in mobile internet use 37% in Sub-Saharan Africa and 36% in South Asia.
  • The GSMA report showed an estimated 112 million more women started using mobile internet last year across low- and middle-income countries.
  • The GSMA introduced the Connected Women Commitment Initiative in 2016 to catalyse action to close the mobile gender gap.
  • Connected Women aims to reduce the gender gap in mobile internet and mobile money services and unlock significant commercial opportunities for the mobile industry and socio-economic benefits for women.