Digital Equity Grant Planning Webinar Series | Empower Your Digital Literacy Initiatives! Join the Maryland Digital Equity Coalition (MDEC) for a free webinar series designed to equip digital literacy practioniers with the knowledge and skills needed to build programs, partnerships, and successful digital equity grant applications. Learn about applying, planning, and evaluating your initiatives. All webinars will be recorded and posted on the Marylanders Online YouTube channel. | |
WEBINAR 1
Digital Opportunity Grant Basics
Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM
This session will be facilitated by Ronnie Hammond & Vishnupriya Desai from the Maryland Office of Statewide Broadband (OSB). The session will provide an overview of Maryland's Digital Opportunity Grant Programs and how the NTIA Digital Equity Capacity Grant funds will support five key digital equity initiatives:
- Digital Equity Planning & Outreach
- Digital Education
- Digital Navigation
- Community Technology Resources
- Connecting Underserved Communities
Key Takeaways
- Clear understanding of Maryland’s Digital Opportunity Grants
- Guidance on eligibility & application process
- Best practices for tracking grant metrics
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WEBINAR 2
Rural Maryland & Digital Skills Training
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM
This session will highlight digital skills training in rural Maryland and how to integrate these programs into workforce development and regional partnerships.
Key Takeaways
- Grant opportunities for rural digital skills programs
- Strategies for collaboration with workforce programs
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WEBINAR 3
Workforce Development & Digital Skills (Part 1)
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM
This session will highlight digital skills as a workforce development imperative and address barriers for low-income individuals, racial and ethnic minorities, and those with language barriers.
Key Takeaways
- How digital skills training supports economic mobility
- Best practices for engaging underrepresented communities
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WEBINAR 4
Workforce Development & Digital Skills (Part 2)
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM
This session will focus on digital skills training for specialized workforce populations, including veterans, individuals with disabilities, older adults, and formerly incarcerated individuals.
Key Takeaways
- Best practices for engaging specialized workforce populations
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WEBINAR 5
Older Adults & Digital Skills & Technology
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM
This session will explore how digital skills training and technology can enhance the lives of older adults by supporting social engagement, lifelong learning, workforce participation, and healthcare access.
Key Takeaways
- Bridging the digital divide for older adults
- How digital literacy training supports seniors in accessing healthcare, social services, and online resources
- Grant funding opportunities for senior digital inclusion programs
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WEBINAR 6
People with Disabilities & Digital Inclusion
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM
This session will explore how digital inclusion programs support people with disabilities in employment, education, and daily life.
Key Takeaways
- Addressing digital accessibility barriers for individuals with disabilities
- Assistive technology tools that help people with disabilities navigate the digital world
- Grant opportunities for disability inclusion programs
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WEBINAR 7
AI & Digital Skill Building
Wednesday, May 28th, 2025 | 1:00 – 2:00 PM
This session will be facilitated by Josh Bokee from Connect for Broadband, and will focus on teaching AI awareness in digital literacy programs and how AI connects to workforce development, digital security, and accessibility
Key Takeaways
- Detecting AI to prevent scams & misinformation
- Integrating AI literacy into digital skills training
- AI-driven job opportunities and workforce readiness
- Barriers to AI training and solutions for accessibility
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2025 Empowering Health Conference
May 2nd, 2025 | 9 AM - 4 PM | Free | Virtual
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University of Maryland Extension (UME) Marylanders Online invites you to explore the innovative tools and technologies that are shaping the future of health. Learn about emerging health technologies and discover how they can be leveraged to improve health, reduce disparities, and empower communities. | |
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Topics will include:
- Digital Literacy and Health Misinformation
- Verifying & Sharing Reliable Information
- AI & the Future of Healthcare
- AI, Accessibility, and Bias
- Ensuring Fairness in Health Technology
- Best Practices for Reaching Diverse Populations
- Interactive Panel and Q&A: Exploring Key Issues in Health & Technology
- Keynote Presentation from a Special Guest
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