With this project we hope to foster increased dialogue on the changing nature of the “digital divide” and the transformative potential of new technologies. We wish to thank the staff of the National Civic Review, as well as the talented thought leaders who contributed articles, for making this endeavor possible.
ZeroDivide's "Generation ZeroDivide Digital(Gen ZD) Literacy Program" will increase broadband adoption/usage among low-income and disadvantaged youth across six western states.
This will be accomplished through digital media training delivered through seven community anchor institutions employing best practices in youth education and program sustainability.
ZeroDivide grantee, Community Media Access Partnership (CMAP), provides free and low-cost media literacy, multimedia storytelling, technology, and video production trainings to residents, community organizations and educators.
CMAP provides free & low-cost media literacy, multimedia storytelling, technology, & video production training to community organizations, educators and residents of Gilroy, Hollister & San Juan Bautista.
ZeroDivide provides financial support, capacity building and technical assistance to nonprofit organizations that benefit low-income, minority, immigrant, non-English speaking, LGBT, aged and disability communities.
Our key comments and recommendations to the Federal Communications Commission regarding the development of a National Broadband Plan are:
Nonprofits have integrated information technologies into a wide range of their organizational activities. We know that information technologies are critical to almost all of an organization’s activities. We bear witness to the disruptive changes IT plays in technologically challenged organizations that need to function effectively in the new information era. The use of technology is changing and those who use the technology must also respond to the change.
ZeroDivide has continually assessed how technology’s emerging trends and the continuing “digital divide” disparities of access and adoption amongst underserved communities intersect.
We believe that philanthropy must take decisive steps at that intersection, and act in a way that efficiently and cost-effectively tackles the ongoing digital divide in a manner that empowers underserved communities to leverage technological innovation. These innovations are critical in order to improve economic stability, civic participation, and educational opportunity.
Promotional video for a charity event "TechBeatUP" by White Collar Brawler"
On November 11, 2010 at 7:30pm at the Rockit Room at 406 Clement Street in San Francisco, the tournament will consist of "champions" from major tech companies boxing in a bouncy castle wearing inflatable gloves (100% safe). At the end of the night, the winners will be crowned as the toughest geeks in the San Francisco Bay Area.
The event will feature live music, product giveaways, drink specials and a rowdy, Fight Clubesque atmosphere. Admittance will be $10 in advance and $15 at the door with all proceeds going to charity. To purchase tickets
The FCC will deliver its National Broadband Plan to Congress on March 17, which will detail strategies for expanding affordable, world-class broadband throughout the county.
This will be a strategy for U.S. global leadership in high-speed Internet to create jobs and spur economic growth; to unleash new waves of innovation and investment; and to improve education, health care, energy efficiency, public safety, and the vibrancy of our democracy.
