Charlotte, NC Learn2Earn pilot increases digital literacy through free courses and equipment
Charlotte, NC Learn2Earn Digital Literacy Courses Pilot
Learn2Earn offered free, factory-sealed computers for participants who completed the required coursework. Eight digital literacy courses at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library built user confidence in computer skills needed for employment and school. The pilot complemented the city's Access Charlotte initiative, which used ARPA funding for free home Internet in 8,000 homes. Charlotte also funded expanded digital navigation services in partnership with the Center for Digital Equity.
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Learn2Earn Pilot Program - City of Charlotte
The City of Charlotte is committed to digital inclusion as part of its work on upward mobility. During the February 2023 presentation to City Council, staff outlined a multi-phased approach to reducing the digital inclusion gap in Charlotte. In partnership with the Charlotte...
Access Charlotte Pilot Summary - City of Charlotte
What is Access Charlotte?Access Charlotte is a pilot project offered by the City of Charlotte through the Innovation & Technology department to help residents get connected to the internet. It leverages partnerships with affordable housing providers and anchor institutions...
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