The Center for Digital Equity

We help people thrive in today’s digital world—partnering across sectors to build systems that expand skills, access & opportunity—based @queensuniv

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ConnectTech+ builds tech confidence, foundational AI skills, and career pathways.

Applications open now through June 12.

Visit the link to learn more and explore bringing ConnectTech+ to your organization: https://t.co/vkCIwum2B8

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Access alone doesn’t change the outcome.

Technology only creates opportunity when it can be used with purpose. That means supporting community members in using digital tools in ways that align with real goals, everyday needs, and long-term progress.

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ConnectTech is a practical training program designed to help individuals confidently navigate the digital world.

Applications open now open through June 12.

Visit the link to learn more and explore bringing ConnectTech to your organization: https://t.co/vkCIwumAqG

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Big news: ConnectTech applications are now open to all organizations as we expand the program to reach even more communities.

Applications open now through June 12.

Visit https://t.co/vkCIwumAqG to learn more and explore which ConnectTech offering may be the right fit for you!

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Confidence is one of the clearest indicators of progress. Through ConnectTech Cohort 1, the percentage of learners who felt confident using the internet and digital devices grew from 19% to 80%.

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Bruce has been named one of Charlotte Business Journal 2026 Most Admired CEOs in the Social Impact category. This honor reflects his vision, commitment to building strong partnerships, and leadership in expanding digital opportunity for community members.

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When people talk about CDE, they talk about connection.

Connection between organizations. Connection between communities. Connection between people and opportunity.

Be part of the collective impact. https://t.co/ZZ0gjHFRvB
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We don’t have an AI problem. We have a capacity problem.

If AI is becoming part of everyday systems, then human support has to scale with it. That means investing in CDE Digital Navigators, libraries, workforce programs, and trusted community-based support as infrastructure.

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What does it take to change the trajectory of a city?

It starts with access.

Across Charlotte, there are future inventors, developers, and problem-solvers all around us. But without access to digital skills, devices, and support, that potential stays out of reach.

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With the right support, it powers workforce development, healthcare access, and everyday life. CDE Digital Navigators help bridge the gap between access and outcomes, supporting community members in real time.

What’s something you used to do in person that’s now fully online?

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Access alone doesn’t change the outcome.

Technology only creates opportunity when it can be used with purpose. That means supporting community members in using digital tools in ways that align with real goals, everyday needs, and long-term progress.

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A well-earned recognition for one of our own.

Natali has been selected for the @NTENorg Global Tech Enablers cohort, a six-month program bringing together nonprofit professionals from around the world to strengthen technology leadership and planning.

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What if your organization could expand digital skills training without building a program from scratch?

ConnectTech is a proven program that organizations can bring directly into their existing services, workforce programs, or community initiatives.

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Many organizations are working to strengthen digital skills, but supporting every participant or staff member one-on-one can take time and capacity.

The Digital Navigator Access Pass helps extend your team’s reach with direct support.

https://t.co/P8n03CLDmH

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Strong partnerships make digital opportunity possible.

We’re grateful to work alongside @inlivian, an organization that recognizes access to technology and digital skills as essential to housing stability, economic mobility, and everyday life.

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The Center for Digital Equity is proud to be housed at @QueensUniv, a relationship that grounds our work in research, innovation, and a deep commitment to community engagement. We’re grateful for Queens University’s leadership and partnership in this shared work!

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Last month, the Center for Digital Equity welcomed more than 40 community leaders, advocates, and partners to Queens University for our Community Council gathering. Together, we reflected on more than a decade of progress!

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In case you missed it... ConnectTech is in the news!

Our ConnectTech program, in partnership with @GoodwillSP, was recently featured on @wsoctv.

Read the full story here: https://t.co/qmc5Bhrwmr

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Community-led work changes the outcome.

Community members are experts in their own lives. That belief guides how we move — listening first, centering lived experience, and building solutions with community, not for community.

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Sherry Sample, who leads CDE’s Digital Navigator program, has officially graduated from Community Building Initiative Leadership for Equity Capacity (LEC) program. We’re proud of this accomplishment and grateful for the dedication and care she brings to CDE.