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How The Center for Digital Equity at Queens University is Creating Digital Access
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In this episode of Digital Access Discoveries, host Read Corley sits down with Bruce Clark, Digital Inclusion Project Manager, Center for Digital Equity at Queens University, to explore how collaborative ecosystems can bridge the digital divide. They dive into the power of trust, community partnerships, and the critical three-legged stool of digital access: connectivity, devices, and skills/support.
Timestamps
- (00:00) Introduction to Bruce Clark and the digital equity ecosystem focus
- (01:34) Suncoast Digital Inclusion Month and national alignment
- (03:00) Why the conversation centers on digital ecosystems, not just access
- (03:59) Defining digital inclusion through lived experiences
- (05:00) The “three-legged stool” of digital access: connectivity, devices, skills
- (06:32) Collaboration starts by listening to those you’re serving
- (08:12) Real-life stories: tech access leading to better jobs and healthcare
- (10:10) Trust moves at the speed of relationships
- (14:05) Sustainability formula: mindset + support network + infrastructure
- (24:00) Two powerful ways individuals can support digital equity efforts
Links to Learn More
Watch the Webinar with Bruce: https://www.thepattersonfoundation.org/blog/the-gap/the-suncoast-digital-connect-webinar-2-building-a-digital-equity-ecosystem.html
Center for Digital Equity Website: https://thecenterfordigitalequity.org/
DA4A Page: https://www.thepattersonfoundation.org/digital-access-for-all.html
Connect Beyond The Blog
Bruce Clark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ibclark/
Center for Digital Equity LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/centerfordigitalequity/
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