The Center for Digital Equity

Laptop Distribution at Peppertree Apartments (Partners: E2D & Barings)
2023-11-28 15:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Peppertree Apartments, 4335 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC, 28205, United States
Join us at the Peppertree Apartments to distribute no-cost laptops to residents and provide support signing up for affordable internet. Follow this link to sign-up to volunteer: https://share.hsforms.com/1UETgTAgST665mOr3GwjGBQ3qimx
This is a corridor-based event, meaning it aligns with the City of Charlotte’s $38.5 million investment to foster beautiful, safe and prosperous communities where families can grow strong and build legacies for the future.
Our partners E2D (Eliminate the Digital Divide) and Barings will be on-site supporting the execution of this event. From a hot dog stand to a traveling children’s book bus (sponsored by the Hornets basketball team), these events aim to foster a fun environment where residents don’t have to travel to get access to crucial things, like no-cost laptops, digital literacy, and affordable internet.

Public Workstream Meeting: Policy, Advocacy, and Ecosystem Development
2023-11-28 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-23 16:00 - 17:00
You’re invited to our public monthly workstream meetings! We value the input of all Mecklenburg County residents, whether you just want to listen to the conversation or whether you’d like to become a full member of one of our workstreams. Each workstream is composed of local residents, public sector leaders, and private sector partners.
2023 is going to be a big year as we measure and find ways to show Mecklenburg County the work and progress. The Policy, Advocacy, and Ecosystem workstream will be offering some community engagement trainings, mapping digital resources and setting a policy/advocacy agenda. Our mission is to ensure alignment between community needs and policy at all levels of the ecosystem. Each meeting occurs the fourth Tuesday of every month.
Standing Meeting Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Date: November 28, 2023
Virtual Location: Join Teams Meeting
Workstream Program Director: Amy Crippen
RSVP: Complete this form to indicate your interest in joining a meeting.
**Note: You are still welcome to join the meeting if you don’t RSVP.

Overview of Workstreams at the CDE
The overall mission of the Center for Digital Equity is to make Mecklenburg county the most digitally equitable community in America, and each workstream tackles specific key performances indicators (KPIs) related to that broader goal.
The CDE is organized across five workstreams that generally correlate with our no-cost community services, which are as follows:

Support signing up for affordable home internet
Support finding a no or low-cost device
Support connecting with and enrolling in digital skilling programs
Basic technical support

Workstream meetings are hosted monthly, and you’re welcome to join a different one each month to learn about the unique initiatives of our five workstreams:

Data, Research, and Program Measurement
Device and Connectivity
Digital Literacy and Skilling
Digital Navigation and Technical Support
Policy, Advocacy, and Ecosystem Development

Internet Sign-Up Event: Arbor Glen
2023-11-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Arbor Glen, 2305 Farmer Street, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
All residents of the Arbor Glen community are invited to our internet sign-up event! We’re are sharing awareness of two affordable internet options available to residents of this community:

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet (though the City of Charlotte)

Digital Navigators from the CDE will answer questions residents may have about the program options, and guide residents through the internet sign-up process, whether it’s the ACP application or Access Charlotte internet. Our goal is to ensure every eligible household can connect to reliable and affordable high-speed home internet.
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
The ACP is a federal benefit that provides eligible households with a $30 monthly discount on home internet, making many plans available at little or no cost. Households that receive federal housing assistance automatically qualify for the ACP.
Inlivian residents can click here to learn more about the Affordable Connectivity Program and contact a Digital Navigator virtually for support: https://thecenterfordigitalequity-6276057.hs-sites.com/en/inlivian-your-home-your-internet
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet
The City of Charlotte has partnered with Spectrum to launch the Access Charlotte program. Access Charlotte provides FREE high-speed internet to residents of Access Charlotte housing properties through June 2025. Households in the Access Charlotte program are eligible for this initiative regardless of whether they are current Spectrum customers. Current customers are automatically enrolled in this benefit.
Residents of Access Charlotte properties can check if they’re receiving the benefit, or get help signing up for Spectrum internet, by completing this form to contact a digital navigator, or calling 311, pressing any button, and asking to speak to a digital navigator.

Annual Winter Fest (Urban League of the Central Carolinas)
2023-12-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Silver Mount Baptist Church, 501 Arrowood Road, Charlotte, NC, 28217, United States
The Center for Digital Equity is joining the Urban League’s annual Winter Fest, and we’d love to see you there! The event features a variety of vendors sharing resources about accessing technology and managing personal health & wellness. Plus, the Second Harvest Food Bank will be providing a warm meal for all attendees. Attendees are encouraged to participate in a raffle to win exciting items such as an iPad.
The Center for Digital Equity’s Digital Navigator service will be on-site to support with all things digital, from signing up for affordable internet to learning new digital skills to purchasing affordable technology. The Digital Navigator service also supports device troubleshooting. Having an issue with your phone or computer? Bring it to the event and a Digital Navigator will help you resolve it.

West End Open House: Digital Resources, Food and More!
2023-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | 1121 Beatties Ford Rd, 1121 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC, 28216, United States
Join us for our final open house to learn how you can qualify for a low-cost computer, improve your technology skills, and get discounted (in some cases, free!) internet. This event is hosted by the Historic West End Partner group, who is on a mission to increase jobs and wages in our Charlotte community. Their focus is to connect West End residents to resources that lead to stable careers that prevent displacement, increase homeownership and help everyone thrive in our neighborhoods. The Center for Digital Equity’s Digital Navigator service will be on-site to connect residents to digital resources and explore ways to boost your digital skills. The Historic West End Partners have something for everyone, including food and a kids station to keep the little ones engaged.

Public Community Council Meeting (December 7 – Hybrid)
2023-12-07 15:30 - 17:00 | Levine Center at Queens University of Charlotte – Room 131, 2201 Wellesley Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28274, United States
You’re Invited!
We’d love to see you in-person at our Community Council meeting on December 7! Join us for an evening of gratitude as we celebrate the incredible efforts of our partners and volunteers over the past year. Expect good food, great drinks, and even better company.
Can’t make it in person? This meeting will be hybrid, so you can still join us online using the Zoom link below!
Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm (Doors open at 3:00pm)
Venue: Levine Center at Queens University of Charlotte – Room 131
Street Address: 2201 Wellesley Avenue Charlotte, NC 28274
Free Parking: North Deck Parking Garage (2217 Wellesley Ave)

Enter from Wellesley Avenue; look for a large “Parking” sign
Click here to view a map of Queens University. North Deck Parking Garage is “D” and the Levine Center is “26”

Virtual Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86857776566#succes

What is the Community Council?
The community council is a resident, public, private collaboration focused on producing recommendations on how Mecklenburg County can become the most digitally equitable community in America. Any resident in Mecklenburg County or public and private sector partner who operates within the county is welcome to join the council. The community council is governed by a co-created charter and led by workstream co-chairs who are elected by partners of the CDE.
Interested in becoming a member of the Community Council? Complete this interest form: https://share.hsforms.com/1JkmrAPzZRiC9oTPhbyI9RA3qimx

CDE Mission Statement
To make Mecklenburg County the most digital equitable community in America.

CDE Vision
The Center for Digital Equity is the backbone organization for a collective impact strategy bringing together residents, public, and private sector partners to co-create solutions allowing every resident the opportunity to thrive in our modern culture.

What are the CDE’s workstreams?
The CDE is organized across five workstreams that tackle specific key performances indicators (KPIs) related to our mission and generally correlate with our no-cost community services. Workstream meetings are hosted monthly, and you’re welcome to join a different one each month to learn about their unique initiatives. You can find all the public workstream meetings on our events calendar. Our five workstreams are:

Data, Research, and Program Measurement
Device and Connectivity
Digital Literacy and Skilling
Digital Navigation and Technical Support
Policy, Advocacy, and Ecosystem Development

CDE History
The Center for Digital Equity (CDE) is an evolution of two key community initiatives; Digital Charlotte and the Charlotte Digital Inclusion Alliance and is housed at Queens University of Charlotte.
The CDE is supported by a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

Internet Sign-Up Event: Rivermere
2023-12-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Rivermere, 3404 Dunn Commons Pkwy, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28216, United States
All residents of the Rivermere community are invited to our internet sign-up event! We’re are sharing awareness of two affordable internet options available to residents of this community:

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet (though the City of Charlotte)

Digital Navigators from the CDE will answer questions residents may have about the program options, and guide residents through the internet sign-up process, whether it’s the ACP application or Access Charlotte internet. Our goal is to ensure every eligible household can connect to reliable and affordable high-speed home internet.
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
The ACP is a federal benefit that provides eligible households with a $30 monthly discount on home internet, making many plans available at little or no cost. Households that receive federal housing assistance automatically qualify for the ACP.
Inlivian residents can click here to learn more about the Affordable Connectivity Program and contact a Digital Navigator virtually for support: https://thecenterfordigitalequity-6276057.hs-sites.com/en/inlivian-your-home-your-internet
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet
The City of Charlotte has partnered with Spectrum to launch the Access Charlotte program. Access Charlotte provides FREE high-speed internet to residents of Access Charlotte housing properties. Households in the Access Charlotte program area are eligible for this initiative regardless of whether they are current Spectrum customers. Current customers are automatically enrolled in this benefit.
Residents of Access Charlotte properties can check if they’re receiving the benefit, or get help signing up for Spectrum internet, by completing this form to contact a digital navigator, or calling 311, pressing any button, and asking to speak to a digital navigator.

Community Resource Fair
2023-12-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Niner University Elementary School, 2414 Lester Street, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
On December 14th Niner University Elementary School and SchermCo Foundation are hosting a community resource fair where families can interact with different community organizations. Visit this event in the Niner University Elementary School Gym from 6pm to 7:30pm.
The SchermCo Foundation supports schools and non-profit organizations with family engagement and empowerment efforts. We’re supporting Niner University Elementary School with family empowerment this school year. NUE is part of the UNC Lab School Initiative to provide enhanced educational programming for students and plan demo sites in preparation of future teachers and school administrators.
NUE is operated in association with UNC Charlotte. NUE currently serves over 130 students and families and is located in West Charlotte.

Public Workstream Meeting: Data, Research, and Program Measurement
2023-12-19 16:00 - 17:00
You’re invited to our public monthly workstream meetings! We value the input of all Mecklenburg County residents, whether you just want to listen to the conversation or whether you’d like to become a full member of one of our workstreams. Each workstream is composed of local residents, public sector leaders, and private sector partners.
Join the the Data, Research and Program Measurement Workstream meeting to learn how we’re collecting data on our progress and using different types of data to inform our decisions. Their mission is to connect the community and partners with the right level of key data elements to drive decisions. Each meeting occurs the third Tuesday of every month.

Standing Meeting Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Date: December 19, 2023
Virtual Location: Join Teams Meeting
Workstream Program Director: Amy Crippen
RSVP: Complete this form to indicate your interest in joining a meeting.
**Note: You are still welcome to join the meeting if you don’t RSVP.

Overview of Workstreams at the CDE
The overall mission of the Center for Digital Equity is to make Mecklenburg county the most digitally equitable community in America, and each workstream tackles specific key performances indicators (KPIs) related to that broader goal.
The CDE is organized across five workstreams that generally correlate with our no-cost community services, which are as follows:

Support signing up for affordable home internet
Support finding a no or low-cost device
Support connecting with and enrolling in digital skilling programs
Basic technical support

Workstream meetings are hosted monthly, and you’re welcome to join a different one each month to learn about the unique initiatives of our five workstreams:

Data, Research, and Program Measurement
Device and Connectivity
Digital Literacy and Skilling
Digital Navigation and Technical Support
Policy, Advocacy, and Ecosystem Development

Internet Sign-Up Event: Nia Point
2024-01-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Nia Point, 1120 Mayfield Terrace Drive, Charlotte, NC, 28216, United States
All residents of the Nia Point community are invited to our internet sign-up event! We’re are sharing awareness of two affordable internet options available to residents of this community:

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet (through the City of Charlotte)

Digital Navigators from the CDE will answer questions residents may have about the program options, and guide residents through the internet sign-up process, whether it’s the ACP application or Access Charlotte internet. Our goal is to ensure every eligible household can connect to reliable and affordable high-speed home internet.
Can’t make the event? No worries! Residents can complete this form to contact a Digital Navigator virtually and share which internet program they’re interested in: https://share.hsforms.com/1ReIy3tznQyavqN8cZzL6bQ3qimx

Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet
The City of Charlotte has partnered with Spectrum to launch the Access Charlotte program. Access Charlotte provides FREE high-speed internet to residents of Access Charlotte housing properties. Households in the Access Charlotte program area are eligible for this initiative regardless of whether they are current Spectrum customers. Current customers are automatically enrolled in this benefit.
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
The ACP is a federal benefit that provides eligible households with a $30 monthly discount on home internet, making some plans free! The Center for Digital Equity has partnered with Inlivian to spread awareness of ACP to Inlivian residents receiving federal housing assistance, as that automatically qualifies the household to apply for the ACP. Once a resident’s ACP application is approved, the resident calls their internet service provider (ISP) to apply the discount to their billing account.

Internet Sign-Up Event: Autumn Place Apartments
2024-01-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Autumn Place, 321 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
All residents of the Autumn Place Apartments community are invited to our internet sign-up event! We’re are sharing awareness of two affordable internet options available to residents of this community:

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet (through the City of Charlotte)

Digital Navigators from the CDE will answer questions residents may have about the program options, and guide residents through the internet sign-up process, whether it’s the ACP application or Access Charlotte internet. Our goal is to ensure every eligible household can connect to reliable and affordable high-speed home internet.
Can’t make the event? No worries! Residents can complete this form to contact a Digital Navigator virtually and share which internet program they’re interested in: https://share.hsforms.com/1ReIy3tznQyavqN8cZzL6bQ3qimx
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet
The City of Charlotte has partnered with Spectrum to launch the Access Charlotte program. Access Charlotte provides FREE high-speed internet to residents of Access Charlotte housing properties. Households in the Access Charlotte program area are eligible for this initiative regardless of whether they are current Spectrum customers. Current customers are automatically enrolled in this benefit.
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
The ACP is a federal benefit that provides eligible households with a $30 monthly discount on home internet, making some plans free! The Center for Digital Equity has partnered with Inlivian to spread awareness of ACP to Inlivian residents receiving federal housing assistance, as that automatically qualifies the household to apply for the ACP. Once a resident’s ACP application is approved, the resident calls their internet service provider (ISP) to apply the discount to their billing account.

Public Community Council Meeting (January 11th - Virtual)
2024-01-11 15:30 - 17:00
You’re invited to our public monthly Community Council meetings! At the Center for Digital Equity (CDE), we value the input of all Mecklenburg County residents, whether you just want to listen to the conversation or whether you’d like to become a resident or organization partner of the CDE. Each Community Council meeting is held the first Thursday of the month from 3:30 – 5:00pm. Most meetings are virtual (see Zoom invite link below).

Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm
Virtual Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85644395267

What is the Community Council?
The community council is a resident, public, private collaboration focused on producing recommendations on how Mecklenburg County can become the most digitally equitable community in America. Any resident in Mecklenburg County or public and private sector partner who operates within the county is welcome to join the council. The community council is governed by a co-created charter and led by workstream co-chairs who are elected by partners of the CDE.

Interested in becoming a member of the Community Council? Complete this interest form: https://share.hsforms.com/1JkmrAPzZRiC9oTPhbyI9RA3qimx

CDE Mission Statement
To make Mecklenburg County the most digital equitable community in America.

CDE Vision
The Center for Digital Equity is the backbone organization for a collective impact strategy bringing together residents, public, and private sector partners to co-create solutions allowing every resident the opportunity to thrive in our modern culture.

What are the CDE’s workstreams?
The CDE is organized across five workstreams that tackle specific key performances indicators (KPIs) related to our mission and generally correlate with our no-cost community services, which are as follows:

Support signing up for affordable home internet
Support finding a no or low-cost device
Support connecting with and enrolling in digital skilling programs
Basic technical support

Workstream meetings are hosted monthly, and you’re welcome to join a different one each month to learn about their unique initiatives. You can find all the public workstream meetings on our events calendar. Our five workstreams are:

Data, Research, and Program Measurement
Device and Connectivity
Digital Literacy and Skilling
Digital Navigation and Technical Support
Policy, Advocacy, and Ecosystem Development

CDE History
The Center for Digital Equity (CDE) is an evolution of two key community initiatives; Digital Charlotte and the Charlotte Digital Inclusion Alliance and is housed at Queens University of Charlotte.
The CDE is supported by a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

Internet Sign-Up Event: Savanna Woods
2024-01-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Savanna Woods, 3124 Leaside Lane, Charlotte, NC, 28209, United States
All residents of the Savanna Woods community are invited to our internet sign-up event! We’re are sharing awareness of two affordable internet options available to residents of this community:

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet (through the City of Charlotte)

Digital Navigators from the CDE will answer questions residents may have about the program options, and guide residents through the internet sign-up process, whether it’s the ACP application or Access Charlotte internet. Our goal is to ensure every eligible household can connect to reliable and affordable high-speed home internet.
Can’t make the event? No worries! Inlivian residents can complete this form to contact a Digital Navigator virtually and share which internet program they’re interested in: https://thecenterfordigitalequity-6276057.hs-sites.com/en/inlivian-your-home-your-internet
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet
The City of Charlotte has partnered with Spectrum to launch the Access Charlotte program. Access Charlotte provides FREE high-speed internet to residents of Access Charlotte housing properties. Households in the Access Charlotte program area are eligible for this initiative regardless of whether they are current Spectrum customers. Current customers are automatically enrolled in this benefit.
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
The ACP is a federal benefit that provides eligible households with a $30 monthly discount on home internet, making some plans free! The Center for Digital Equity has partnered with Inlivian to spread awareness of ACP to Inlivian residents receiving federal housing assistance, as that automatically qualifies the household to apply for the ACP. Once a resident’s ACP application is approved, the resident calls their internet service provider (ISP) to apply the discount to their billing account.

Inlivian Office Hours
2024-01-16 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-01-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Inlivian Headquarters, 400 East Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28203, United States
All residents of Inlivian properties are invited to join the CDE to attend our internet sign-up event at Inlivian Headquarters. At this event, we are sharing awareness of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a federal benefit that provides eligible households with a $30 monthly discount on home internet, making many plans available at little or no cost. Digital Navigators will guide residents through the application process and help them apply the $30 discount to their internet service provider account.
Inlivian residents can click here to learn more about the Affordable Connectivity Program and contact a Digital Navigator virtually for support: https://thecenterfordigitalequity-6276057.hs-sites.com/en/inlivian-your-home-your-internet

Your Home, Your Internet: Connecting Housing Authority Residents to Internet
This event is part of the Your Home, Your Internet (YHYI) campaign that launched in Charlotte on May 30, 2023 through a collaborative effort between Inlivian, CORE, CDE, and EducationSuperHighway. This is a yearlong campaign to connect all housing authority residents, who are automatically eligible for the $30 monthly ACP benefit, to high-speed home internet at little or no cost. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) created the “Your Home, Your Internet” pilot program to raise awareness of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and awarded funds to select cities, including Charlotte, to support pilot-related activities, such as hosting events at Inlivian properties.

Public Workstream Meeting: Data, Research and Program Management
2024-01-16 16:00 - 17:00
You’re invited to our public monthly workstream meetings! We value the input of all Mecklenburg County residents, whether you just want to listen to the conversation or whether you’d like to become a full member of one of our workstreams. Each workstream is composed of local residents, public sector leaders, and private sector partners.
Join the the Data, Research and Program Measurement Workstream meeting to learn how we’re collecting data on our progress and using different types of data to inform our decisions. Their mission is to connect the community and partners with the right level of key data elements to drive decisions. Each meeting occurs the third Tuesday of every month.

Standing Meeting Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Date: January 16, 2024
Virtual Location: Join Teams Meeting
Workstream Program Director: Amy Crippen
RSVP: Complete this form to indicate your interest in joining a meeting.
**Note: You are still welcome to join the meeting if you don’t RSVP.

Overview of Workstreams at the CDE
The overall mission of the Center for Digital Equity is to make Mecklenburg county the most digitally equitable community in America, and each workstream tackles specific key performances indicators (KPIs) related to that broader goal.
The CDE is organized across five workstreams that generally correlate with our no-cost community services, which are as follows:

Support signing up for affordable home internet
Support finding a no or low-cost device
Support connecting with and enrolling in digital skilling programs
Basic technical support

Workstream meetings are hosted monthly, and you’re welcome to join a different one each month to learn about the unique initiatives of our five workstreams:

Data, Research, and Program Measurement
Device and Connectivity
Digital Literacy and Skilling
Digital Navigation and Technical Support
Policy, Advocacy, and Ecosystem Development

Public Workstream Meeting: Device and Connectivity
2024-01-18 10:00 - 10:30
You’re invited to our public monthly workstream meetings! We value the input of all Mecklenburg County residents, whether you just want to listen to the conversation or whether you’d like to become a full member of one of our workstreams. Each workstream is composed of local residents, public sector leaders, and private sector partners.
Join the Device and Connectivity Workstream meeting to learn what’s happening in Charlotte to connect residents with affordable devices that empowers them to succeed in a highly digitized world. Their mission is to navigate different partner inputs and connect the community with available resources. These meetings alternate between being virtual and in-person, so check the calendar monthly for updated information.
Standing Meeting Time: 10:00am – 10:30am
Date: January 18, 2024
Virtual Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_OWJlYmVmZTUtODAyZC00NWU4LTg5ODktMmE0YTJhZGY1YTFm%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%224b32ca79-7c18-4f06-a72c-62381482d712%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%223dc191ff-3740-4507-b309-213ee2842e34%22%7d
Workstream Program Director: Ameera Bartholomew
Interested in becoming a member of the Community Council? Complete this form to indicate your interest in becoming an official resident or organization partner of the CDE.
**Note: You do not need to RSVP or complete a form to attend meetings!

Overview of Workstreams at the CDE
The overall mission of the Center for Digital Equity is to make Mecklenburg county the most digitally equitable community in America, and each workstream tackles specific key performances indicators (KPIs) related to that broader goal.
The CDE is organized across five workstreams that generally correlate with our no-cost community services, which are as follows:

Support signing up for affordable home internet
Support finding a no or low-cost device
Support connecting with and enrolling in digital skilling programs
Basic technical support

Workstream meetings are hosted monthly, and you’re welcome to join a different one each month to learn about the unique initiatives of our five workstreams:

Data, Research, and Program Measurement
Device and Connectivity
Digital Literacy and Skilling
Digital Navigation and Technical Support
Policy, Advocacy, and Ecosystem Development

Public Workstream Meeting: Digital Literacy and Skilling
2024-01-18 13:00 - 13:30
You’re invited to our public monthly workstream meetings! We value the input of all Mecklenburg County residents, whether you just want to listen to the conversation or whether you’d like to become a full member of one of our workstreams. Each workstream is composed of local residents, public sector leaders, and private sector partners.
Join the Digital Literacy and Skilling Workstream meeting to learn what we’re doing to educate residents on using digital tools so they feel empowered to succeed in a highly digitized world. Our mission is to navigate different partner inputs and connect the community with available resources.
Date: January 18, 2024
Time: 1:00pm – 1:30pm
Virtual Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZDhjNGQ1ZjYtZGIwOC00Y2Q2LWFlYmEtNzgyMjNkZjhmMDQ2%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%224b32ca79-7c18-4f06-a72c-62381482d712%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%223dc191ff-3740-4507-b309-213ee2842e34%22%7d
Workstream Program Director: Ameera Bartholomew
Interested in becoming a member of the Community Council? Complete this form to indicate your interest in becoming an official resident or organization partner of the CDE.
**Note: You do not need to RSVP or complete a form to attend meetings!

Overview of Workstreams at the CDE
The overall mission of the Center for Digital Equity is to make Mecklenburg county the most digitally equitable community in America, and each workstream tackles specific key performances indicators (KPIs) related to that broader goal.
The CDE is organized across five workstreams that generally correlate with our no-cost community services, which are as follows:

Support signing up for affordable home internet
Support finding a no or low-cost device
Support connecting with and enrolling in digital skilling programs
Basic technical support

Workstream meetings are hosted monthly, and you’re welcome to join a different one each month to learn about the unique initiatives of our five workstreams:

Data, Research, and Program Measurement
Device and Connectivity
Digital Literacy and Skilling
Digital Navigation and Technical Support
Policy, Advocacy, and Ecosystem Development

YHYI: Office Hours at Inlivian
2024-01-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-23 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-01-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-30 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-01-30 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Inlivian Headquarters, 400 East Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28203, United States

Internet Sign-Up Event: Arbor Glen
2024-01-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Arbor Glen, 2305 Farmer Street, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
All residents of the Arbor Glen community are invited to our internet sign-up event! We’re are sharing awareness of two affordable internet options available to residents of this community:

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet (through the City of Charlotte)

Digital Navigators from the CDE will answer questions residents may have about the program options, and guide residents through the internet sign-up process, whether it’s the ACP application or Access Charlotte internet. Our goal is to ensure every eligible household can connect to reliable and affordable high-speed home internet.
Can’t make the event? No worries! Residents can complete this form to contact a Digital Navigator virtually and share which internet program they’re interested in: https://share.hsforms.com/1ReIy3tznQyavqN8cZzL6bQ3qimx

Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet
The City of Charlotte has partnered with Spectrum to launch the Access Charlotte program. Access Charlotte provides FREE high-speed internet to residents of Access Charlotte housing properties. Households in the Access Charlotte program area are eligible for this initiative regardless of whether they are current Spectrum customers. Current customers are automatically enrolled in this benefit.
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
The ACP is a federal benefit that provides eligible households with a $30 monthly discount on home internet, making some plans free! The Center for Digital Equity has partnered with Inlivian to spread awareness of ACP to Inlivian residents receiving federal housing assistance, as that automatically qualifies the household to apply for the ACP. Once a resident’s ACP application is approved, the resident calls their internet service provider (ISP) to apply the discount to their billing account.

Internet Sign-Up Event: Cedar Knoll
2024-01-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Cedar Knoll, 304 Green Needles Ct, Charlotte, NC, 28217, United States
All residents of the Cedar Knoll community are invited to our internet sign-up event! We’re are sharing awareness of two affordable internet options available to residents of this community:

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet (through the City of Charlotte)

Digital Navigators from the CDE will answer questions residents may have about the program options, and guide residents through the internet sign-up process, whether it’s the ACP application or Access Charlotte internet. Our goal is to ensure every eligible household can connect to reliable and affordable high-speed home internet.
Can’t make the event? No worries! Residents can complete this form to contact a Digital Navigator virtually and share which internet program they’re interested in: https://share.hsforms.com/1ReIy3tznQyavqN8cZzL6bQ3qimx

Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet
The City of Charlotte has partnered with Spectrum to launch the Access Charlotte program. Access Charlotte provides FREE high-speed internet to residents of Access Charlotte housing properties. Households in the Access Charlotte program area are eligible for this initiative regardless of whether they are current Spectrum customers. Current customers are automatically enrolled in this benefit.
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
The ACP is a federal benefit that provides eligible households with a $30 monthly discount on home internet, making some plans free! The Center for Digital Equity has partnered with Inlivian to spread awareness of ACP to Inlivian residents receiving federal housing assistance, as that automatically qualifies the household to apply for the ACP. Once a resident’s ACP application is approved, the resident calls their internet service provider (ISP) to apply the discount to their billing account.

Internet Sign-Up Event: Retreat at Renaissance
2024-02-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Retreat at Renaissance, 3240 New Renaissance Way, Charlotte NC 28208, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
All residents of the Retreat at Renaissance community are invited to our internet sign-up event! We’re are sharing awareness of two affordable internet options available to residents of this community:

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet (through the City of Charlotte)

Digital Navigators from the CDE will answer questions residents may have about the program options, and guide residents through the internet sign-up process, whether it’s the ACP application or Access Charlotte internet. Our goal is to ensure every eligible household can connect to reliable and affordable high-speed home internet.
Can’t make the event? No worries! Residents can complete this form to contact a Digital Navigator virtually and share which internet program they’re interested in: https://share.hsforms.com/1Eoauyvn7Q9y0cTEjMdKnKw3qimx

Access Charlotte Spectrum Internet
The City of Charlotte has partnered with Spectrum to launch the Access Charlotte program. Access Charlotte provides FREE high-speed internet to residents of Access Charlotte housing properties. Households in the Access Charlotte program area are eligible for this initiative regardless of whether they are current Spectrum customers. Current customers are automatically enrolled in this benefit.
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
The ACP is a federal benefit that provides eligible households with a $30 monthly discount on home internet, making some plans free! The Center for Digital Equity has partnered with Inlivian to spread awareness of ACP to Inlivian residents receiving federal housing assistance, as that automatically qualifies the household to apply for the ACP. Once a resident’s ACP application is approved, the resident calls their internet service provider (ISP) to apply the discount to their billing account.

Public Community Council Meeting (February 1st – Virtual)
2024-02-01 15:30 - 17:00
