Digital Equity Summit 2024
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The 2nd annual Broadband Digital Equity Summit
Date: Friday, September 27, 2024, 9:30.am.-3p.m. Location: National Hispanic Cultural Center 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 Registration and Opening Introductions in the Wells Fargo Theater (inside the Disney Performing Arts Building). Free Parking onsite. Event is free but space is limited and pre-registration is required. Register Online. KeyNote
Keynote Speaker
Erin Carr-Jordan, Ph.D. President and CEO Dr. Erin Carr-Jordan is a globally recognized leader in digital equity and inclusion, serving as CEO of the Institute for Digital Inclusion Acceleration (IDIA) and Executive Director of Digital Equity and Social Impact at ASU. Over the last seven years, she has secured $108 million in funding across education, workforce development, and social impact, including $13 million for digital equity. With 25 years of experience Dr. Carr-Jordan has pioneered large-scale, multi-sector initiatives addressing systemic inequities through human-centered design and technology. Her portfolio includes work with NASA, NSF, USAID, the UN, and the World Bank. A seasoned policy coauthor and board member, Erin drives research and innovation to create lasting, scalable impact. She holds degrees in Broadcasting, Human Development, and Educational Psychology from ASU and an executive certificate in organizational leadership from MIT. Download slide deck ProgramWelcome the online archive of highlights and resources from the 2nd Annual Digital Equity Summit 2024. We continue to add materials and slide decks, so check back regularly to find new resources and photos.
Digital Literacy Program Breakouts
Helen Wakefield, Project C-3PO Easter New Mexico University-Roswell Download Slides Maria Chaparro, Mamacitas Cibernéticas of Southern Dona Ana County Download Slides Workforce Development Panel
Tribal Perspectives on Digital Equity
Community Connections - Teenoirs
Trish Lopez, Teeniors Digital Navigators Update
Bo Ford, New Mexico State Libraries AND, Mike Jackson, New Mexico Black Leadership Council (NMBLC) AND meet Olivia Lockley and Emma Steltzer from the American Connection Corp and the Albuquerque Digital navigator pilot program. LighTening RoundCommunity members shared five-minute updates and highlights from their projects and programs.
Penasco Valley TelePHONE COOPERATIVE (PVT)
Mitch Hubbard, Penasco Valley Telephone Cooperative
Ascend Digital Inclusion New Mexico
Ferdi Serim, ASCEND Digital Inclusion New Mexico https://youtu.be/Qk51UkGVrb0 UNM HSC Office of Community Health & SENIOR PLANET & Older Adults TechnologY Services (OATS) from AARP
Fael Torres, UNM HSC Office for Community Health AND Dayton Romero, Senior Planet and Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) Download slide deck COMCAST
Kyle Biederwolf, Comcast Download slide deck OFFICE of Broadband Access & Expansion (OBAE)
Jennifer Nevarez, CLN and New Mexico Broadband and Digital Equity Support Team, Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE)
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Statement from Catherine Nicolau: “I regrettably can not join you all today. I am at home managing a health condition. My agenda over the next few days will include lots of medication and rest. But it is your agenda today and the work you will engage in that holds the most importance. While I have access to the internet, can afford it, have adequate devices and digital literacy skills to look up drug interactions, message my provider on MyChart or research ways to get better faster, millions of Americans do not. I can use the internet when it matters most but those are privileges that so many live without. So hold space for each other today. Build on each other’s successes to ensure that fellow New Mexicans live life with dignity. Your work is incredibly important and I will see you all soon.” CATHERINE NICOLAOU, Broadband Program Manager City of Albuquerque (cabq.gov)
Victory Trujillo, OBAE Tribal Coordinator, was interviewed by Channel 7 at the DE Summit. She was on TV at 4pm and/or 5pm and throughout the weekend. Link to video.
WHAT IS Digital Equity?
What is Digital Equity? Digital Equity is the condition in which internet access, affordability, and the ability to use digital technologies to reach important goals is possible for everyone. This means everyone is equally able to benefit from the educational, economic, employment, and health opportunities that the internet provides. New Mexico State Legislature defines Digital Equity in House Bill 10. WHAT LIMITS DIGITAL EQUITY?
What Limits Digital Equity? Digital Equity is limited by a range of barriers that prevent people from having home internet service, acquiring quality devices, gaining the skills they need, or having access to technical assistance. These barriers may be related to larger socioeconomic factors or may be a consequence of location, language, and physical abilities. These limits to Digital Equity create a division between those who experience equitable conditions and those who do not. This division is referred to as the “Digital Divide.” WHAT ADVANCES DIGITAL EQUITY?
What Advances Digital Equity? Digital Equity is advanced through the practices, policies, and programs of that make it possible for everyone to operate under digitally equitable conditions. Together, these activities are referred to as “Digital Inclusion.” Digital Inclusion activities include providing low-cost device and internet service plans as well as free and locally available training and IT support in accessible and inclusive locations. New Mexico DIGITAL EQUITY Plan
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