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The New York City Alliance for Digital Equity (NYCADE) is an umbrella group of individuals, organizations, and coalitions from across New York City working on digital equity and access issues.

Our vision:  To ensure every individual and community in New York City has the resources and opportunities to thrive in a digitally-connected world, breaking down barriers to access and fostering a future where digital equity is a reality for all.

Our mission: The New York City Alliance for Digital Equity champions comprehensive digital inclusivity by uniting coalitions, organizations, and individuals dedicated to equitable access to digital tools, high-speed internet, and digital literacy education resources. We empower our members through advocacy, education, and collaboration, providing vital information on funding opportunities, digital literacy curricula, and support systems to cultivate a city where everyone can participate fully in the digital age.

Our member coalitions and organizations represent the covered populations listed in the Digital Equity Act (DEA) funding, including: 
  • Households with income ≤ 150% poverty level.
  •  Individuals with language barriers (e.g., English language learners, low literacy).
  • Members of a racial or ethnic minority group.
  • Individuals with disabilities.
  • Primarily reside in a rural area.
  • Veterans.
  • Incarcerated individuals (other than individuals who are incarcerated in a Federal correctional facility) .
  • Age 60 and above.

Member coalitions and organizations include:
  • The New York City Coalition for Adult Literacy (NYCCAL)
  • The Sunset Park Digital Inclusion Alliance
  • The Bronx Digital Equity Coalition
  • The Bronx Community Foundation
  • Brooklyn Public Library
  • Catholic Charities Community Services
  • Fortune Society
  • LaGuardia Community College
  • The Literacy Assistance Center
  • Make the Road New York
  • Media Justice
  • Phipps Neighborhoods
  • Silicon Harlem

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​Sign up for our mailing list using the form below.  We use this list to share resources and updates related to digital equity work in New York City, New York State, and across the US.  If you have questions about NYCADE, contact Elaine Roberts or Nell Eckersley

Digital Inclusion Week 2024

Resources

October 7-11, 2024
New York State Calendar of Events

Learn more about Digital Inclusion Week
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Digital Inclusion Week 2023
  • National Digital Inclusion Alliance #DIW2023 Resources
  • Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE) #DIW2023 Resources​
Digital Equity Resources

NTIA Digital Equity Competitive Grant NOFO (deadline Sept 23)
  • Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program notice of funding opportunity (NOFO)
  • Introduction to the Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program
  • DECG Program Overview and Notes Nell Eckersley
  • NTIA Digital Equity Competitive Grant Resources (NYCADE)

New York State Digital Equity Plan - ConnectALL Office
  • Read the New York State Digital Equity Plan
  • Leer el Estado de Nueva York Plan de Equidad Digital
  • Read the New York State Digital Equity Plan Appendices
  • Read the press release

Digital Equity Fund
  • Fact sheet: What the Digital Equity Act means for skills advocates (National Skills Coalition)
  • Keeping Up With... Digital Equity Funding (Association of College and Research Libraries)
  • BroadbandUSA Federal Funding
  • New York State Digital Equity Fund Plan (Draft for Public Comment)

Advocacy
  • COABE Advocacy & Awareness Slides​​
  • Barbara Bush Foundation Literacy Gap Map (PIACC)
  • 2023 Business Workforce Survey Result (NY DOL)
  • Preparing for the End of the Affordable Connectivity Program in NYC (Center for Urban Future )

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