Digital Inclusion Week 2022

A new study looks into characteristics of the digital divide in counties

“The painful realities of the digital divide are linked to availability, access and affordability: while broadband access is increasing, many people can’t afford it,” USDR wrote in its announcement post. “Connecting more communities with fast, affordable Internet in a way that meets all their residents’ needs has become a priority for governments.”

Digital Inclusion Week 2022 is scheduled to take place from Oct. 3 through Oct. 7. Since the start of the event in 2017, Digital Inclusion Week has gained popularity as a method of bringing momentum to digital equity movements across the country. The theme for 2022 is “Turning Our Moment into Movement,” aimed at recognizing a pivotal moment in digital inclusion work.

Recently, the White House awards $119M in grants to tribal communities, and the USDR is now working to support state, local and tribal governments as they work to close the digital divide in their communities. This pledge of support from USDR comes at the same time as an influx of new funding for this work from the federal government.