New initiative will provide participants the tools to attain economic mobility and success in a digital landscape,
BLACK ENTERPRISE was informed that most of the participants who register for training are Black, though the Rocket Community Fund offers services to all residents. According to this, participants will get a free digital device, access to affordable Internet, and hands-on training to develop essential skills.
For instance, they will learn to navigate the internet, use productivity software, gain Internet job search techniques, and access specific online services. The training will be conducted at Connect 313’s 17 local technology hubs, accessible community spaces offering internet connectivity and digital resources.
The fresh initiative comes after the Rocket Community Fund shared how it’s bridging the digital divide by advancing digital equity through targeted investments and collaborations.
Through investment and collaboration. The new program will be delivered over six months through workshops and Learning Circles led by local instructors trained by TGH. It was disclosed that the approach ensures culturally relevant and high-quality instruction tailored to Detroit’s unique needs, including addressing specific necessities of Detroit’s diverse populations.
Autumn Evans, Senior Program Manager at Rocket Community Fund, stated, “Digital literacy is essential for participating fully in today’s society. “Through partnerships like this, we’re addressing systemic barriers and providing Detroiters with tools to achieve economic mobility and success in a tech-driven world.”
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Source: Black Enterprise
