This is what the National Device Bank has achieved so far, and with Reconome as our exclusive tech partner, the impact only grows. Our shared goal is 85,000 devices by December 2029.
Find out how to get involved at: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/partner/donate-devices
“To make digital inclusion truly work, our findings point to three truths…’’
People need:
🕐 time
🤝 holistic support
🌱 systems that help them learn at their own speed
Read more in our impact review and evolved strategy at: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-strategy
AI shouldn't leave anyone behind.
Google is providing £1.1m to Good Things to equip 11k+ UK workers with AI skills through community support from National Digital Inclusion Network hubs.
www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/our-news/our-ne...
Reminder that we’re looking for a new Policy and Public Affairs Manager!
This role is critical to designing our political advocacy and raising the voice of people experiencing digital exclusion.
Apply by Sunday 29 March:
https://lnkd.in/e53tvA3b
A colorful graphic displaying the text "Digital Inclusion Action Plan" in a white, bold font on a blue background. Below, it reads "One year on..." on an orange stripe. The Good Things Foundation logo is at the bottom center. Yellow circular patterns are on the top left corner.
The image is an infographic titled "Progress has been made..." with a dark blue background. It features two text boxes with colored backgrounds. The first box highlights IT reuse for the Good Charter, developed with DSIT, Vodafone, Three, and Deloitte, unlocking over 22,000 devices for those in need. The second box mentions increased public and private sector involvement in digital inclusion through the Charter and industry pledges. Yellow footprint graphics are scattered across the image. The Good Things Foundation logo is at the bottom center.
The image has a dark blue background with an orange and blue circular design in the top right corner. An orange rectangle contains the text, "Now it's time to pick up the pace..." Below, a teal rectangle reads, "Digital inclusion must be BAKED IN, NOT BOLTED ON." The bottom features the "Good Things" logo.
One year on from DSIT's Digital Inclusion Action Plan & we need to pick up the pace. 📈
Whilst we celebrate unlocking 22k+ devices for people through the IT Re-use for Good Charter...📱
More needs to be done: digital inclusion must be baked in.
Read: https://bit.ly/4lTuMt8
A device can change a life. Just ask Robel.
In the last 3 years, we've shared over 28,000 devices to those who need them. Together with Reconome, we'll drive even greater impact over the next three years.
You can read Robel's full story at https://bit.ly/40qSWRR
After Phillip's wife passed away, he found a new sense of purpose learning to use ChatGPT at his local digital inclusion hub.
We’re celebrating #UKTechWeek by opening doors. Start your journey with our AI Gateway today: https://learning.goodthingsfoundation.org/ai
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A person wearing a dark vest and patterned shirt stands smiling indoors. A quote on the image highlights, "While our services have successfully reached 1.7 million people over the last three years, the scale of digital exclusion remains immense." The text attributes the quote to Katie Heard, Head of Research & Data Insights, Good Things. The Good Things logo is visible in the top left corner.
We co-created three Indicators of Digital Inclusion through our What Works? Co-Lab. This can ensure that support, alongside systemic change, empowers more people.
Learn how our research is helping drive action through our impact review at: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-strategy
We're hiring announcement for the Head of Programme Delivery position with a closing date of April 5. Logos of Good Things Foundation and Community Fund are at the bottom.
We're looking for a visionary leader to head up our new National Lottery Climate Action funded initiative, Tech Rescue.
Find out more and apply at: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/working-at-good-th...
A big week at Good Things as we celebrate three milestones!
Vicki Sellick MBE joins as our new CEO, while our Founder, Helen Milner OBE, becomes Honorary Patron. Alongside our new strategy launch, we’re ready to ensure everyone can participate in our digital society.
Digital exclusion is a structural barrier to essential services, education, and democracy ⛔
That's why with Cwmpas, and SCVO, we've launched our manifesto asks for digital inclusion across nations.
www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/our-news/our-ne...
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Manchester is set to combat digital barriers for residents as we partner with Autotrader and Greater Manchester Combined Authority to launch a digital inclusion push.
Read more at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/our-news/our-ne...
The image is a recruitment poster with colorful curved lines in the top corner. The text reads: "We're hiring! Policy and Public Affairs Manager. Closing date 29 March." The Good Things Foundation logo is at the bottom.
Are you an experienced self-starter with a passion for driving systemic change? We’re looking for a new Policy and Public Affairs Manager!
Deadline Sunday 29th March.
Apply here: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/working-at-good-th...
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The image has an orange background with a yellow oval containing "MYTH!" in blue text. Below, in a white rectangle, it reads, "Actually over 3.7 million families are below the Minimum Digital Living Standard." At the bottom, the "Good Things" logo is displayed.
Text image with an orange background highlights the term "MYTH!" in bold on a yellow oval. Below, white text on a blue-outlined white rectangle states: "Around 1.9 million households with a mobile phone found it difficult to afford their service, limiting access to essential services." The bottom features the "Good Things" logo with a circular emblem.
Orange background with text: "THAT'S WHERE WE COME IN." Below, a message about the National Databank providing free mobile data to those in need for access to jobs, healthcare, and loved ones. At the bottom, the "Good Things" logo displayed, featuring a circular design.
Millions of people in the UK are still digitally excluded - and it’s a big deal.
Through the National Digital Inclusion Network, we work with amazing local community organisations to change that.
Digital inclusion matters - and we’re here to make it happen.
Next to an image of "Sital Mistry-Lee, Associate Director of Digital Inclusion Delivery at Good Things is the headline 'What we've learnt'. Under this is a quote: "Poverty and inequalities are the biggest predictors of digital exclusion." The background includes abstract pink visual elements on purple with the Good Things logo in the top left.
Next to an image of "Sital Mistry-Lee, Associate Director of Digital Inclusion Delivery at Good Things is the headline 'Why it matters'. Under this is a quote: "Our work confirms the overlaps between digital exclusion, deep poverty, and inequality across all ages and life stages. Over 66% of our digital inclusion delivery happens in areas of high deprivation…" The background includes abstract pink visual elements on purple with the Good Things logo in the top left.
As we look to our next strategy period, we're considering what we've learnt from the last three years. It’s time to treat digital access as a fundamental right, not a privilege.
Read our strategy: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-strategy
A stylized map of the United Kingdom is centred on a blue background. A label reads, "6 regions join to close the digital divide." "Good Things" is displayed in the top right corner. Decorative elements include a megaphone and yellow-blue circles.
A graphic titled "new Memorandums of Understanding between" lists six entities: Greater London Authority, Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, Tees Valley Combined Authority, West of England Combined Authority, West Midlands Combined Authority, and West Yorkshire Combined Authority. Decorative elements include concentric circles in red and orange, and a blue background. The phrase "Good Things" is at the bottom center.
A quote from Good Things Foundation emphasizes the importance of tackling digital exclusion through a united coalition led by Combined Authorities. It highlights the need for national infrastructure and strategies to enhance digital inclusion. The quote is attributed to Emma Stone, Director of Evidence and Engagement. The design includes colorful abstract shapes.
We've launched a powerful new coalition with six regional government bodies, pushing to ensure no one is left behind in our digital society.
Read more at: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/our-news/our-ne...
Now Zeinab can speak to her family, access support, and start rebuilding her life in the UK. That’s the power of digital inclusion.
Read our impact review at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-strategy/impac... to see the difference digital inclusion makes for real lives.
The image is a slide titled "Our strategy for a digitally inclusive future." It outlines three goals: 1) Deliver digital inclusion at scale with the National Digital Inclusion Network, 2) Strengthen evidence on what's needed to tackle digital exclusion, 3) Advocate and collaborate for fairer digital systems. The slide features a small photo of two people standing outdoors near a body of water. There is also a colorful, arching graphic at the bottom right corner.
The dial isn’t moving fast enough. We can’t accept a future where people are left behind. We need to make sure that digital inclusion is baked in, not bolted on.
This is our focus for the next three years.
Read more at: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-strategy
Over the last three years, we’ve made someone digitally equal every minute.
Our next chapter is defined by one key message: digital inclusion must be baked-in not bolted-on.
Read our strategy: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-strategy
Bran’s Story – “My life has turned around.” Graphic shows a photo of Bran on the left with title text above in blue, there’s a blue background with purple, and arrow and grid decorations and the Good Things Foundation logo. Text explains she left a seven-year marriage marked by coercive control with only the clothes on her back.
Bran’s Story continues on the same styled background, with pink text bubbles. Text reads that her turning point came through support from a network hub, BGfm Community Radio. She received holistic support, data connectivity, and a laptop as a digital lifeline.
With the right tools and support, Bran rebuilt her confidence, studied with the Royal Horticultural Society, and secured a job as a radio presenter at BGfm. That’s the power of digital inclusion.
Read our latest Impact Review: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-strategy/impac...
Over the last three years, we’ve made big strides to influence the systems, partnerships and decisions shaping digital inclusion across the UK - turning ambition into real impact for people and communities.
Read our Impact Review at: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-strategy/impac...
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One year on from the Digital Inclusion Action Plan. The progress? 6 out of 10.
The first steps are taken, but it’s time to pick up the pace.
Read the full reflection at: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusi...
Meet some of the team celebrating our latest Impact Review milestones (with a little help from some cake 🎂). We're so proud of the progress we've made together.
Read the full Impact Review: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-strategy/impac...
Over the last 3 years, we’ve made someone digitally equal every minute.
Our Impact Review 2022-2025 looks back on a transformative few years for digital inclusion.
Read about the difference we’ve made at: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-strategy/impac...
A woman is seated, wearing a blue outfit with a patterned dress. A quote is displayed on the right: "I have hope now and I know I can make it through university. I really appreciate what they are doing for the community and for people like me." Attributed to Julia. The bottom right reads "Good Things" with a colourful circular logo.
Julia was struggling without a laptop, and considered leaving university.
Fearless Youth Association (FYA), a partner in the National Digital Inclusion Network, provided Julia with a device. This support was a lifeline, giving her the confidence and tools to stay in education.
Mockup of a group chat on a smartphone. Chat bubbles display messages.
Online communities are growing but not everyone has access to connect.
“Just join the group chat" isn’t always possible if you don’t have a smartphone, or the app, or even know it exists.
Being left out shouldn’t start with being logged out.
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Digital exclusion isn’t just a personal challenge - it’s a public policy issue, blocking access to crucial opportunities like work, healthcare, education, and essential services.
Key barriers include:
- Affordability of devices or data
- Digital skills gaps
- Lack of support
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We’re excited to announce that Reconome is now our exclusive tech partner powering the National Device Bank.
We’re committing to deliver 85,000 devices across the UK. 💻
Read more: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/our-news/our-ne...
Logo of Good Things above a blurred image of a medical professionals reviewing documents at a table, with a large icon of a blue padlock and text stating 'Locked out from digital health services.'
How would you book a GP appointment?
Many essential services have moved online now, making things like accessible healthcare a barrier to those who are digitally excluded.
Without access, connectivity or confidence, people could be locked out of their own healthcare🔒
We're working to fix that.
Promotional image for Good Things foundation and Learn My Way featuring an elderly woman smiling in a room with posters, highlighting new pension topics available as a resource.
New, free Learn My Way topics, developed with People’s Partnership, are now available. Designed to help people take control of their finances online, reducing the ‘poverty Premium’.
Explore the topics at: www.learnmyway.com/explore-the-subjects/man...
