As the digital age continues to expand rapidly, so does the demand for digital skills. From education to job opportunities, technology is shaping nearly every aspect of life in the 21st century. But what does this mean in terms of digital equity in underserved communities?
In today’s digital age, true internet equity means more than just internet access, it’s also ensuring everyone has the skills and support to thrive online.
Addressing digital equity in Black neighborhoods is a number one priority for Executive Vice President of Public Policy and Executive Vice President of Digital Equity at Comcast, Broderick Johnson. Growing up in a lower income family in Baltimore, Johnson’s family would make sure to keep the bookshelves in his house filled with encyclopedias, allowing him to constantly learn about the world.
“I learned about the power early on of being able to expand your mind by using encyclopedias and other things,” Johnson …