Public libraries play a vital role in bridging the digital divide. digitalLIFT has partnered with libraries across the country to expand digital access, build staff capacity, and create sustainable programs that empower communities with technology.
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Volunteer Spotlight—Anthony Malakai Matricia first joined digitalLIFT as a Digital Coach Volunteer in Nov 2023 & has been an invaluable asset for nearly 2 1/2 years. “Of all the projects I have been involved in, I have most enjoyed the one-on-one tutoring sessions.”
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25% Off Digital Navigators Overview/Advanced courses w/ code “dnaApr26” Apr 16-23
A comprehensive & practical approach to digital navigation & inclusion; provides valuable resources for current & future digital navigators
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digitalLIFT joins the Connectivity Policy Corps in bringing together practitioners from 14 states to ensure lived experience is considered in policy conversations, to strengthen advocacy, and to engage directly with decision-makers at every level.
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Across the country, local governments are stepping up to ensure their communities are not left behind in an increasingly digital world. Lake County, IL; Albemarle County, VA; & Pima County, AZ (+ 55 other orgs) were recognized as NDIA Digital Inclusion Trailblazers.
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Counties in the U.S. are building out infrastructure to the last mile, but we have to go one step further. We call that step the “final inch”—the small but critical distance between the network and the moment someone touches a device and successfully uses it.
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Really? 21 Ready-to-Teach Digital Skills Workshops? Yep + 3 launching today:
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• Learn Anything Online: https://ow.ly/Nn4S50YEEtj
• Common Scams: https://ow.ly/P6mN50YEEtm
Offer these workshops through a library, community center or other county/city facility.
On World Health Day we celebrate and express gratitude for our healthcare partners and the good work that is happening around digital inclusion in the healthcare space.
#WorldHealthDay #DigitalInclusion #digitalLIFT
Our team takes the stage at multiple conferences in April to share research, field insights, and practical strategies for advancing digital equity. Hyewon Park, Skye Downing and Kami Griffiths will present at 3 separate conferences.
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digitalLIFT’s partnership with LFA supports this mission by helping ACC members become confident, informed digital navigators—community leaders capable of connecting their neighbors to technology, skills, and opportunity.
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Today (March 31) is the LAST DAY to get 18% off all courses & curriculum with code “lift18years” at checkout. Build or expand your digital literacy program with this special offer!
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digitalLIFT partnership manager: “I love this program because it gives learners long-term, wraparound support—technology, health, and community all in one. Over time, we see people grow more confident and independent, while building real friendships.”
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“I went through the online course and believe it is of excellent quality! I really liked how the adult learning principles are tied to digital skills instruction, and the video examples and reflections engaged me as a learner!”
—Denise Guckert, ESL Instructional Designer, Community Action
To celebrate 18 years of partnering with nonprofits & govt organizations to close the digital divide, you get 18% off all courses & curricula with code LIFT18YEARS thru Mar 31—a perfect time to enroll or update your resources.
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Who Carries the Cost of Digital Transformation? When systems modernize, someone has to absorb the gap between digital systems and digital reality, and that “someone” is often a community-based organization.
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Our digitalLIFT Navigators and staff showed up Saturday at Austin City Hall, connecting with the community and local leaders to share resources and support efforts to close the digital divide.
By 10am you’ve logged into at least 10 different tech tools. But many of those entering the workforce or who primarily use phones, are not trained to do this. Social service agencies can make a real difference. Teaching digital skills is no longer optional.
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Funder Spotlight: We are proud to announce a $25,000 investment from 35 Mile Foundation in digitalLIFT’s mission to expand digital opportunity and strengthen social service agencies nationwide.
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Workshops Launching Today!
• Online Health Tools: Help learners explore digital tools for health
• Dropbox: Help learners understand device and cloud storage
• Spreadsheets: Introduce learners to Google Sheets by exploring the basics
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Discover practical tools and checklists to support clients who need to manage essential tasks from home, such as:
• Healthcare & Telehealth Navigation
• Food & Essential Needs Access
• Financial Stability & Online Bill Payments
• Benefits & Government Portals
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This International Women’s Day, digitalLIFT celebrates the work of Digital Navigators who work to ensure women everywhere have access to the tools, knowledge, and opportunities needed to thrive in an increasingly digital world.
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#InternationalWomensDay
Congratulations to Kami Griffiths, Winner of the 2026 Charles Benton Digital Equity Champion Awards, for more than two decades of visionary leadership, community partnership, and tireless advocacy for inclusive and culturally grounded digital learning.
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Celebrating 15 Years of SF Connected—A Citywide Model for Digital Inclusion.
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The 15‑Year Spotlight captures the full story: the program’s evolution, its measurable impact, and the community partnerships that make it thrive.
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We’re celebrating 18 years of partnering w/ nonprofit & government agencies to close the digital divide & want to give you 18% off all courses & curriculum with code “lift18years”. Now's a great time to enroll new staff, refresh your team’s skills & expand digital navigator capacity.
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When we talk about safety-net services, we often think of food assistance, housing support, healthcare, or unemployment insurance. But in today’s world, there is another essential service that quietly underpins all of these: access to the internet.
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Today is the last day to get 25% OFF the Digital Equity & Libraries online course with code “delFeb26” at checkout!
Libraries are a crucial piece in helping their community to bridge the digital divide.
33 Lessons, 2 hrs Engagement Time, Price: $300
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Generational teaching is a powerful, two-way street. Older generations bring experience, patience, & a wealth of real-world knowledge. Younger generations offer comfort with technology & an intuitive understanding of online platforms. Together . . . ?
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Board Spotlight: Mark Gale
Mark saw firsthand how much easier his mother's life could have been with greater digital confidence. That experience sparked his desire to support digital literacy efforts and ultimately led him to join the digitalLIFT board.
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25% Off Digital Equity & Libraries course Feb 17-24 using code “delFeb26” at checkout!
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This train-the-trainer course is designed to empower digital navigators working in a library setting.
33 Lessons, 2 hrs Engagement Time, Price: $300
Counties Are Key to Closing the Digital Divide. At digitalLIFT we partner with counties to help translate digital equity goals into practical, scalable solutions that support frontline staff & meet residents where they are.
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