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EducationSuperHighway today released LearnACP (), a new training course and certification for states, cities, and community-based organizations working to increase #AffordableConnectivityProgram adoption. Learn more ▶️ https://t.co/qGn3mmgfbl https://t.co/qXF2QPiKUp
Check out the newest addition to our PromoteACP: Resource Hub. Available to print in both English and Spanish, the door hangers are designed to increase ACP awareness and allow for customization with fillable event details. Get this resource and more at . https://t.co/doBD6svNSF
We agree, @GovKathyHochul - the Affordability Connectivity Program "is a major step toward bridging the digital divide and helping ensure that every New Yorker [and American!] has reliable and affordable internet." https://t.co/iM1q0avgY0
As part of our work with pilot cities to develop best practices for closing the digital divide, we’re connecting multifamily buildings in @Oakland to a property-wide internet network. Learn more about deploying free Wi-Fi to the unconnected: https://t.co/GohdApsG2t
Our pre-enrollment tool, can help households determine eligibility, what documents they will need to apply, and connect them to plans within their area that are free with the ACP. https://t.co/z21ZNmTIeG
Shoutout to our partners at @digCLT and @CharMeckSchools for leading the efforts to connect eligible households in Mecklenburg County. Check out the story at ! https://t.co/W3iGYrNd1n
On-the-ground connections make housing authorities (like our partners @NYCHA, pictured here with ESH team members!) incredibly effective in sharing info about the Affordable Connectivity Program, especially among those who qualify because they receive housing assistance. https://t.co/dtpvo0C4Rn
School districts are uniquely positioned to provide qualifying documents for eligible families to use when applying for the ACP benefit! Take a look at the "Resources for School Districts" section of our PromoteACP: Resource Hub for templates. https://t.co/lvcOWlR6ac
Since October 2022, has helped nearly 15,000 people determine if they qualify for free home internet. This tool helps streamline the enrollment process for applicants and the organizations that assist them. Learn more: https://t.co/oovRnc6VeV https://t.co/wSG77djMZ3
EducationSuperHighway can provide local leaders with best practices for reaching unconnected households, an understanding of the federal funding opportunities available to support your efforts, and the tools you will need to connect your community. Contact us to learn more! https://t.co/vg2pgGZLX8
High-speed internet allows us to connect to distance learning, online advocacy, community networks, as well as friends and family. helps users quickly determine if they qualify for the $30/mo off home internet! https://t.co/OJU1gRY7kG
Free, downloadable content to promote the #AffordableConnectivityProgram in your area is now available in 4 NEW LANGUAGES: Hmong, French, Korean and Tagalog! Check out all the multi-language materials available on our Resource Hub > https://t.co/PYCCtrxint
Thank you, Ohio @GovMikeDeWine, for your commitment "to ensuring we seize this opportunity to bring digital equity and affordable high-speed internet connectivity to every community in [Ohio]." https://t.co/yGZEKQqbaY
Did you know that applicants will need to provide an email address when applying for the ACP benefit? If the applicant does not have access to an account, help them to sign up for a free email address. We have compiled a quick guide to help! https://t.co/pJm0nrZY24
Concern about sharing personal information online is a barrier to ACP adoption. Our enrollment assistance tool, can help to alleviate some of the concern by assisting individuals in identifying exactly what is needed to apply. https://t.co/KiaxBa72Ey
The final step in our #AffordableConnectivityProgram Adoption Toolkit for Local Leaders is: Activate. Leaders train community partners to inform community members about the ACP, assist with enrollment, and track the impact of the work. https://t.co/XJFpRDYaoh
@CentralFalls_RI continues to lead the way in ACP adoption rates around the nation with more than 60% since last year-double the national average! Visit our #ACP Data Dashboard to learn about enrollment in your area! Read more about their kickoff:
Need a quick way to spread the word about the ACP benefit? Use our business cards, available to print in English and Spanish, to post on community boards, provide to local businesses, and distribute to unhoused community members. https://t.co/xFinWFCy4f https://t.co/PMGm3mtKfJ
Answer: The term 'broadband affordability gap' refers to the financial gap that keeps nearly 18 million Americans with access to internet infrastructure from having home internet - simply because they can't afford it. https://t.co/wNLK3d3zw0
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