Digital equity refers to ensuring everyone has equal access to and ability to effectively utilize modern technology devices and digital resources. In today’s interconnected world, digital equity is crucial for promoting equal opportunities, fostering innovation, and addressing disparities in education and employment.
North Carolina Division of Aging is working with professionals to develop a digital navigator curriculum and to hire and train digital navigator master trainers. These trainers will be strategically located throughout the state to train lay leaders in best practices for providing digital navigation skills to older North Carolinians and build out other resources to promote digital inclusion (NCMJ). https://socialbridgingnc.org/digital-equity-resources