Connected

The digital divide in this country frequently leads to gaps in both educational achievement and occupational opportunities. The three-episode series Connected highlights several community initiatives which aim to shrink that divide in Houston. Across our community efforts are underway to increase access to high-speed internet in under-resourced neighborhoods, remove barriers to the adoption of digital technology for returning military veterans, and provide digital literacy training to our senior citizens.

#1 Access Issues and Underserved Communities

Episode one of the three-part video series Connected explores the impact of the digital divide on families in our area and highlights a key community initiative that’s addressing the issue by increasing internet access in underserved areas.

#2 Opportunities and Future Solutions

The final episode of the three-part video series Connected explores the importance of expanded internet in rural areas. It highlights a program readying job hunters to enter an increasingly digital workforce.

#3 Adoption Challenges and Community Support

Episode two of the three-part video series Connected explores the impact of the digital divide on seniors in our area and highlights a vital community program that’s eliminating internet adoption barriers by providing digital literacy education in under-resourced neighborhoods.