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  1. ♿ Accessibyte Studio — Simplified Every Day Computing Tools For Home, Schools, Libraries, the Elderly And More | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
    canasstech.com/products/access

    A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

    #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility #DigitalInclusion #ScreenReaders #Libraries #SpecialEducation #IndependentLiving

  2. ♿ Accessibyte Studio — Simplified Every Day Computing Tools For Home, Schools, Libraries, the Elderly And More | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
    canasstech.com/products/access

    A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

    #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility #DigitalInclusion #ScreenReaders #Libraries #SpecialEducation #IndependentLiving

  3. ♿ Accessibyte Studio — Simplified Every Day Computing Tools For Home, Schools, Libraries, the Elderly And More | By Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology Ltd. | Courtesy of the PWD Media Co-op
    canasstech.com/products/access

    A self-voicing Windows app that gathers everyday computer tasks into one calm place. Three keys run it: Up, Down and Enter. $220 CAD a year, in stock.

    #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility #DigitalInclusion #ScreenReaders #Libraries #SpecialEducation #IndependentLiving

  4. Our new Internet Skills for Older Learners starts on the 4th Sept. Only 2 spaces left.   ➜  bit.ly/34zb3Z
    #DigitalInclusion  #AdultEducation #Southwark

  5. Exactly the gap DIIF exists to make visible: the constraint lies in stewardship & financing, not only the software layer.

    The study turns that into concrete, sector-specific evidence — plus practical starting points: a ready-to-use open-source stack recommendation for small ISPs (Appendix 1) & pointers for the institutional support to sustain it.

    Congrats to the whole team 👏

    #FOSS #OpenSource #DigitalInclusion #Connectivity #Brazil

  6. Across four regions of The Gambia, APC member Jokkolabs Banjul worked with 400 women and girls to strengthen digital literacy and rights, connecting online safety and privacy with the everyday use of digital tools.

    🌱 Read this #SeedingChange story: apc.org/en/blog/seeding-change

    Through peer mentorship and community radio, the initiative is helping knowledge travel beyond the workshops.

    #DigitalInclusion #DigitalRights #TheGambia

  7. Our new free Internet Skills for Seniors in Waterloo starts on the 17th August. Only 2 spaces left ➜  lamplark.co.uk/digital-skills-

      #digitalinclusion #Lambeth #Southwark

  8. What does meaningful connectivity look like when communities lead the way?

    Our latest Community Networks Newsletter explores how communities across Africa, Asia and Latin America are building evidence for inclusive, sustainable and community-centred connectivity.

    Read: apc.org/en/news/community-netw

    #CommunityNetworks #MeaningfulConnectivity #DigitalInclusion #CommunityConnectivity

  9. Improve your job prospects and ICT skills and with our next ‘Digital Skills for Work’ course. This online course starts this Friday (via Zoom) ➜ bit.ly/2XQ0K1B
    #DigitalSkills #DigitalInclusion #AdultLearning  #AdultEducation

  10. Meet Marvin Rottenberger!

    As Regional Sales Lead DACH at Eye-Able® / Web Inclusion GmbH, Marvin works with organisations to make websites, apps and digital platforms more accessible and user-friendly.

    Join his session, "Accessibility Beyond the Checkbox: Mehrwert durch digitale Barrierefreiheit", and discover why accessibility is not just about compliance, but about creating better digital experiences.

    conference.joomla.org/schedule

    #Joomla #OpenSource #Accessibility #DigitalInclusion #UX #JWC26

  11. Community-centred connectivity puts communities at the heart of building, managing and sustaining internet access.

    Developed by ISEA, APC and Rhizomatica, this new national strategy outlines a roadmap for strengthening community-centred connectivity initiatives across the Philippines.

    📖 apc.org/en/pubs/national-strat

    #CommunityCentredConnectivity #DigitalInclusion #Philippines

  12. Our new Internet Skills for Older Learners starts on the 24th July. Only 2 spaces left.  This online course is delivered via Zoom.  ➜  bit.ly/34zb3Zb
    #DigitalInclusion #DigitalSkills  #AdultEducation

  13. UNNATI AI 2.0 aims to build AI talent and startups beyond India’s biggest technology hubs. Its first edition supported 10 startups, trained over 1,000 developers, created more than 200 jobs and built a portfolio valued near ₹1,690 crore.

    The next phase adds mentorship, pilots and nationwide outreach.

    Can India decentralise AI opportunity without compromising quality?

    #AIIndia #DigitalInclusion #Startups

  14. UNNATI AI 2.0 aims to build AI talent and startups beyond India’s biggest technology hubs. Its first edition supported 10 startups, trained over 1,000 developers, created more than 200 jobs and built a portfolio valued near ₹1,690 crore.

    The next phase adds mentorship, pilots and nationwide outreach.

    Can India decentralise AI opportunity without compromising quality?

    #AIIndia #DigitalInclusion #Startups

  15. UNNATI AI 2.0 aims to build AI talent and startups beyond India’s biggest technology hubs. Its first edition supported 10 startups, trained over 1,000 developers, created more than 200 jobs and built a portfolio valued near ₹1,690 crore.

    The next phase adds mentorship, pilots and nationwide outreach.

    Can India decentralise AI opportunity without compromising quality?

    #AIIndia #DigitalInclusion #Startups

  16. UNNATI AI 2.0 aims to build AI talent and startups beyond India’s biggest technology hubs. Its first edition supported 10 startups, trained over 1,000 developers, created more than 200 jobs and built a portfolio valued near ₹1,690 crore.

    The next phase adds mentorship, pilots and nationwide outreach.

    Can India decentralise AI opportunity without compromising quality?

    #AIIndia #DigitalInclusion #Startups

  17. Some interesting and useful data in the results of the 📋 Public Engagement Survey by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. Helpful to have some official statistics on how UK adults are engaging with science and technology in their day-to-day lives. ⤵

    gov.uk/government/statistics/d

    The report includes useful reference data on #DigitalInclusion and digital skills, the most used #Government #Service areas (the top 5 being);

    1. Transport and driving – 50.7%
    2. Passports and travel – 25.7%
    3. Money and tax – 24.9%
    4. Housing and local services – 19.2%
    5. Benefits – 17.6%

    the most common issues (again, the top 5 for example) that Service users experience;

    1. Overall process took too long – 16.1%
    2. Forgotten username and password – 13.2%
    3. Difficulty completing processes – 11.3%
    4. Technical difficulties – 10.2%
    5. Unable to understand instructions or requirements – 9.9%

    … and more.

    A really interesting read. 🙂

  18. We're pleased to welcome Samantha Schartman, Director of Philanthropic Programs at Connect Humanity, to Broadband Breakfast Live Online on July 8.

    The discussion will explore AI, workforce change, and why digital inclusion remains essential for ensuring everyone can participate in the digital economy.

    Check it out:
    broadbandbreakfast.com/broadba

    #AI #DigitalInclusion #DigitalEquity #FutureOfWork #Broadband #tech #technology #artificialIntelligence

  19. Digital inclusion is about more than internet access. It is also about communities creating, sharing and sustaining media on their own terms.

    📖 Read the story: apc.org/en/news/community-inte

    📄 Read the pulication: apc.org/en/pubs/community-inte

    From community radio & podcasts to community networks, the publication explores practices from across the Global Majority that strengthen meaningful connectivity through local knowledge, participation & agency.

    #DigitalInclusion #CommunityMedia #CommunityNetworks

  20. 🎆 4 juli – #DigitalIndependenceDay

    Digitale vrijheid betekent vrijheid van keuze.

    Bij LaptopRevive geloven we dat iedereen moet kunnen kiezen voor open software, zoals #OpenSource en @linuxmint, zonder afhankelijk te zijn van gesloten ecosystemen.

    💻 Doneer je oude laptop. Wij geven hem een tweede leven voor scholieren en studenten die zelf geen laptop kunnen betalen.

    🌍 Minder e-waste. Meer digitale inclusie. Meer keuzevrijheid.

    💜 Geef een laptop. Geef vrijheid.

    #Linux #DigitaleVrijheid #Duurzaamheid #Onderwijs #LaptopRevive #DigitalInclusion #Reuse #CircularEconomy

  21. COMPUTER EQUIPMENT DONATION PROGRAM
    Donate today. Change a life tomorrow.
    Together, let's bridge the digital divide in Canada.
    PROGRAMME DE DON DE MATÉRIEL INFORMATIQUE
    Faites un don aujourd'hui. Changez une vie demain.
    Ensemble, réduisons la fracture numérique au Canada.
    #LinuxAssociationCanada #OpenSource #LogicielLibre #Linux #CanadianTech #TechnologieCanada #TechForGood #TechnologiePourTous #DigitalInclusion #InclusionNumerique #ComputerDonation #DonInformatique #ReduceEWaste

  22. Loomio the collaborative decision making tool REALLY needs a mobile app.

    Im in communities where some members dont even own a laptop/desktop and these folks arent just mobile first they are mobile only.

    Also, NOT having a mobile app is causing exclusionary dynamics as people miss being involved; and then rightly so, push to move away from the tool.

    I've made a *pretty crappy* pitch for this in the loomio github issues.

    If you care about this also, you can read what I said and add your own thoughts here..

    github.com/loomio/loomio/issue

    Dont know what loomio is?
    Here: loomio.com

    #loomio #digitalInclusion #DigitalJustice #CollaborativeDecisionMaking #FOSS

  23. Upcoming Webinar: Discover the Power of Meta Smart Glasses
    Fighting Blindness, in partnership with the DigiCoach Project, is delighted to invite you to an exciting free webinar exploring the Meta Smart Glasses — a groundbreaking piece of wearable technology that combines audio, camera, and AI assistance to support greater independence for people who are blind or vision-impaired.

    🗣️ Presented by Digi Coaches: Jackie McBrearty & Stuart Haxell
    Join Jackie and Stuart as they take you through the features of the Meta glasses — from using voice commands and taking photos, to making video calls and much, much more. Learn how these glasses can enhance daily life, improve navigation, and make staying connected easier than ever.

    💬 The session will include a live Q&A, giving you the chance to ask any questions you have about setup, usage, or accessibility features.

    📅 Date: Monday, 17th November
    🕖 Time: 7:00 p.m. (Irish time)
    💻 Location: Online via Zoom

    👉 Register now to secure your place: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist

    Don’t miss this chance to get hands-on insights and practical tips directly from Digi Coaches who use and teach this technology every day.

    💡 The DigiCoach Project is a partnership between Fighting Blindness and St John of God Liffey Services, proudly funded by Rethink Ireland.

    #Accessibility #AssistiveTechnology #VisionImpairment #MetaGlasses #SmartGlasses #WearableTech #DigitalInclusion #IndependentLiving #DigiCoach #FightingBlindness #RethinkIreland #InclusiveTech #Ireland

  24. ✈️ After arriving from #Portugal’s Global Innovation Coop Summit on #DataCooperatives & #Oslo’s #ICDS2025 on #DigitalSovereignty thrilled to be setting up fabs line-up #AAG2026 session @theAAG
    Annual Meeting in #SanFrancisco 🌉

    📘 “Anticipatory #AI Governance in #PublicAdministrations #Worldwide: #DigitalInclusion, #TerritorialInnovation & #DatafiedDemocracies

    🗓️ 17–21 Mar 2026 | 📍 #BayArea #California #USA
    🔗 aag.org/events/aag2026/
    📢 Last call for abstracts!
    📧 Contact asap [email protected]