Digital Equity Community Listening Session & Resource Fair

Join your Eastern Crescent Council Offices, the City of Austin's Technology Commission, and local organizations for an open discussion about the City’s digital divide.

During this event, you will have the opportunity to learn more about digital inequity in Austin and how the local government is working to find solutions. Attendees will have the option to participate in facilitated listening sessions focused on topics like affordability and digital literacy skills.

Local organizations working towards digital equity will additionally be available to share resources and information.

Participating organizations include:

• Austin Public Library
• Latinitas
• Goodwill Central Texas
• Measure
• Austin Free-Net
• digitalLIFT

Info: Enjoy a light breakfast and visit with organizations that offer digital literacy courses, digital training, affordable internet access, and more.

Info: Hear from Chair of the Technology Commissioner, Steven Apodaca for a brief overview about the event and what to expect.

Info: Listen to a presentation about the key findings of the Digital Needs Assessment and Austin's current digital inclusion landscape.

Info: Join a facilitated discussion on the cost of internet, subsidies, the Affordable Connectivity Program, and barriers to affordable internet.

Info: Join a facilitated discussion on broadband coverage, device access, and public Wi-Fi availability.

Info: Join a facilitated discussion on digital training opportunities, digital literacy, and workforce upskilling.

Info: Listen to a presentation on the City of Austin's programs, initiatives, and upcoming digital equity policies.

Info: Use this time to grab a bite, chat with fellow attendees, or visit with organizations in the resource fair.

Info: Join a facilitated Q&A session to offer feedback and recommendations to your Eastern Crescent council offices and Technology Commission.

Info: We will close will final remarks and share any next steps with attendees.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Austin City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, United States

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