We’re excited to announce that as of April 21, Community Tech Network will be known as digitalLIFT. Why the change? We found that “Community Network” sometimes made folks think we provided internet service, and “Tech” made us sound a little too high-tech. Our new name, digitalLIFT, better reflects what we really do—lifting communities through digital literacy. It’s shorter, clearer, and a better fit for where we’re headed. Same mission, new name!
Cybersecurity is no longer optional—Americans lost over $12.5 billion to internet scams in 2023 (FBI IC3). In response, we’ve made our Internet Safety Curriculum and Teaching Internet Safety & Responsibility online course completely free. These resources are designed for digital literacy instructors and learners alike, covering everyday internet risks and providing practical tools to stay safe. Help your learners build the skills they need to be safe, smart digital citizens.
ACCESS THE FREE CURRICULUM AND TRAINING HERE
What does it really feel like to live on the wrong side of the digital divide? Join us for a powerful, interactive webinar:
Life on the Edge of Connectivity: A Digital Divide Simulation
🗓️ Thursday, April 25
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM PT
This free webinar places participants in the shoes of someone navigating life without reliable internet access. You’ll come away with a deeper understanding of how the digital divide impacts real lives—and how we can close the gap together.
Register Today
Big funding opportunities are rolling out in your state! The State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program is part of the federal Digital Equity Act and is distributing $1.44 billion to support digital inclusion across the U.S. Use the World Education’s Digital Equity Act Tracker to find updates on when and how funds will be available in your state.
CTN—soon to be digitalLIFT—is here to help! Check out our guide on how we can support your digital inclusion efforts, and don’t miss our blog post with 10 program ideas worth stealing.
We’re heading to Orlando, Florida for the On Aging 2025 Conference, taking place April 21–24. This is one of the largest national gatherings focused on issues related to aging, and we’re proud to announce that CTN team members will be presenting three inspiring sessions. Read more about those sessions here. If you’re attending the event in Orlando, we hope you’ll join us for these sessions and learn more about the work we do.
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