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Gaston County Digital Opportunity Plan

Introduction:

This survey should take about 10-15 minutes to complete and is designed to provide details about four Digital Opportunity Goals for the County which include:

  • Goal One: Digital literacy
  • Goal Two: Affordability
  • Goal Three: Device Ownership
  • Goal Four: Public Safety Partners

This survey is an opportunity to provide input for each of the four goals opportunities and comment on county specific needs related to digital opportunities.
Contact Information:
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Goal 1: Digital Literacy
There are several organizations already helping Gaston County citizens improve and enhance their digital knowledge and literacy skills. Organizations to partner with include:

  • Gaston County Public Library-Offers digital training through Northstar Digital Literacy program and workshops to provide basic understanding of digital skills. For assistance call (704) 868-2164 ext. 1
    • Bilingual staff and materials are available to support Spanish-speaking individuals.
    • Adaptive technology and resources are available to support individuals with disabilities
  • Gaston College– Offers Northstar Digital Literacy online learning for students to improve their digital skills and provide the fundamentals for widely used computer programs. For more information call (704) 825-3737
    • Gaston College offers support services in Spanish to assist students.
    • Accessibility services are available to support students with disabilities
  • Gaston Literacy Council - Provides digital literacy and computer skills training as part of their services. Call the Literacy Council for more information at (704) 868-4815
    • The Literacy Council offers support for Spanish-speaking individuals
  • Center for Digital Equity (CDE) – Gaston County has partnered with CDE to improve the digital infrastructure and bridge the digital divide. Contact CDE via an online form
  • TechWorks Gaston – Offers training and lifelong learning classes for individuals to develop new digital skills. For program information call (704) 709-3543
  • Latin American Coalition – Based in Charlotte and serves Gaston County and offers digital literacy initiatives to the Latino community. For information call 704-531-3848
  • Centralina Area Agency on Aging (AAA) – Participates in the Digital Navigation Program and can help with technology and training to older adults. Contact the Aging Program Coordinator – (704) 348-2708. Centralina AAA provides accessible services and resources to Spanish-speaking individuals in the region.
Provide additional organizations and partners that should be included for
Goal 1: Digital Literacy
Provide additional organizations and partners that should be included for
Goal 1: Digital Literacy
Provide other organizations and partners that should be included for
Goal 1: Digital Literacy
If you have comments or know about more organizations providing Digital Literacy services, list them here.