Local news Stories Financial literacy is now dependent on digital access Recent security failures among financial reporting agencies illustrate the need for vigilance among consumers, and Charlotte financial literacy advocates say the importance of the issue extends beyond security.
Local news Stories At tech workshops on Tyvola Road, seniors create an easier world Eager-to-learn seniors with technology questions and device mishaps fill the Tyvola Senior Center on Friday mornings. With the help of a couple of senior volunteers, a county park program called “Computer Help with the Guys” is making Charlotte an easier […]
List Five tech tips for non-profits new to coworking spaces Lucas Keiffer manages technology support for members of the Advent Coworking space in Charlotte. He recently discussed best tech practices for non-profit organizations, small businesses, and new members of coworking spaces. 1. Ensure you have a fast, reliable internet connection. […]
Stories North Carolina project fills gap between journalists and citizens Researchers have learned that some North Carolinians distrust the news media and want it to do a better job of prioritizing community and political issues to create the news they need.
Stories A journal about digital inclusion, designed for readability A discussion with Dr. Alexis Carreiro, editor of the Journal of Digital and Media Literacy. The JODML focuses on the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and share information online, create content on multiple platforms, and use these skills to be a digital citizen.
Stories Two new Fellows help Charlotte navigate the net A new year for digital inclusion is beginning for a national nonprofit technology leadership organization. Two new fellows—Caché Owens and Margo Scurry–are taking steps towards social justice in Charlotte.
Stories Charlotte educator: devices are just the first step in digital inclusion For a technology educator at West Charlotte High School, distributing low-cost personal computers opens countless doors for students — but devices are just the first step in helping people succeed online.
Stories What the Knight Cities Challenge is looking for in Charlotte A new competition is looking for proposals from Charlotte citizens who have been dreaming about new ways to build community, but don’t really know what to do with them.
