Barcelona, CT envisions digitally inclusive future for all residents with Connectem Barcelona pilot
Barcelona, CT Connectem Digitally Inclusive Future Residents
Connectem Barcelona - Barcelona Connects - was a one-year connectivity pilot in the Trinitat Nova neighborhood. Half of the 348 participants received devices and reliable Internet, while the other half also received training from IT experts. City officials recruited 30 nonprofits and businesses as partners in closing the digital divide for participants. This program addresses a lack of digital skills and knowledge identified in a 2020 citywide survey.
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Tailored support key to digital inclusion, Barcelona pilot finds - Cities Today
Providing people with devices and connectivity is important to close digital access gaps but it is IT support and training that makes the real difference, according to the conclusions of a pilot carried out by Barcelona City Council.
Success for the Connectem Barcelona digital inclusion pilot project | Info Barcelona | Barcelona City Council
For over a year the project provided devices, connectivity and support in digital skills acquisition for 348 people.
Project Succeeded
A post-pilot survey found increases in the share of participants using email (30%) and completing online training (20%).
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