Summary

Digital connectivity is necessary for students, parents, residents, business owners, and the general public to access the resources needed for schooling, social services, work, and business development. However, not everyone has equal access to digital technology and services and can afford those expenses. The purpose of this report is to show the gaps in how children and adults access, learn, and utilize digital technology in their lives. This report explores digital inclusion helping answer 3 questions: (1) Where is the digital divide? (2) What factors impact the digital divide? and (3) Who are most negatively impacted?