The February National Broadband Mapping Coalition monthly call led by Christine Parker, Senior GIS Analyst at ILSR, tackled BEAD challenges, accuracy concerns with ISP mapping data, and shared resources for writing broadband and digital equity plans.
On-the-ground experts shared insights about how to build a digital equity mindset in their organization and ecosystem, the skills they need, as well as what is working in the areas they serve.
Patricia Steward, Manager of Digital Inclusion for the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA), came to the Digital Inclusion Leadership Certificate with a focus on ensuring that CHA’’s public housing residents can benefit from the Internet. Steward tells us about her plans for digital equity and how the certificate program is helping her deliver.
The Marconi Society is pleased to welcome a new board member with extensive global reach, enhancing our efforts to address global challenges with global solutions.
Jessie and Erin revealed the critical importance of understanding the significance of the BEAD program, even if one is not directly engaged in its implementation.
The December National Broadband Mapping Coalition monthly call featured representatives from the Louisiana and Virginia broadband offices, sharing their experiences in preparing responses for the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program challenge process.
The Marconi Society is proud to add two new board members with global perspectives and deep industry expertise. These new members will help us move toward our vision of a connected world where information and communications technologies empower everyone to reach their full potential.
“I am a first-generation college student in my family. Thanks to the development of the Internet and information technology over the past two decades, a small number of people in this generation, including me, have been able to explore more possibilities in life. It has taken me my entire life to realize the importance of digital equity to who I am today, which will definitely continue throughout my entire career.”
On November 7, 2023 The Marconi Society continued the webinar series on state-level planning. In this webinar Maine discusses their unique approach focused on Projects, Places, and People and now layering in the values of urgency, universality, and digital equity.
On October 3, 2023, The Marconi Society continued our webinar series on state-level planning in this area by showcasing the activities underway in North Carolina.
Venkat Arun, Ronit Sohanpal, and Zixian Wei are the 2023 Paul Baran Young Scholars awardees, recognized for their contributions to the fields of advanced communications and information technology, their leadership and commitment to digital equity.
The Marconi Society is proud to partner with the Maine Connectivity Authority and digital equity leaders in the state to discuss Maine’s unique approach to connectivity focused on Projects, Places, and People.
