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🏆 Marylanders Online proudly announces the 2024 Maryland Digital Equity Champion Awards recipients! Digital Equity Champions: Digital Harbor Foundation, notably Andrew Coy and Jade Burnham Prince George's County Memorial Library System, notably Maribel Rodriguez and Lailuma Social BDS Healthy Aging Networks, Inc., notably Betsy Simon Honorable Mentions: Colby Davis Jr., young adult leader Jerry Price, Maryland State Library for the Blind & Print Disabled Read more: https://lnkd.in/eB4ayqPz

This week, the Office of Statewide Broadband (OSB) released its Notice of Funding Availability for the Computer Labs Program. This new grant opportunity is designed to support local governments, community-based organizations, non-profits, and anchor institutions in creating Computer Labs and Centers in Maryland. These computer labs will serve to reduce gaps in access to devices and the Internet by providing public computer access for individuals with disabilities, Marylanders without permanent residence (i.e. unhoused), veterans, and our incarcerated & returning citizens. If your organization serves any of these covered populations and would be interested in establishing a computer lab or center, the OSB encourages you to apply. If you know of any organizations that may be interested in this opportunity – especially those already serving these populations – OSB encourages you to spread the word to any that may plan to apply. For more information on the program, go to the Computer Labs Program (MD-CLP) under the Digital Equity section of in the Grants Programs on the OSB website to view the Application Guide and additional materials. https://lnkd.in/e35ktZHV For questions on this program, inquiries may be addressed to osb.de@maryland.gov. #Maryland #ComputerLab #MarylandGrants #Grants #DigitalAccess #DigitalEquity #Broadband #NOFO

📅 Applications for the Digital Inclusion Trailblazers program are open until November 1! Now in its 8th year, Trailblazers are leading the way and providing excellent models for digitally inclusive communities. Don't miss your chance—apply today! https://lnkd.in/gFwRQHn8

💻 Only five sessions left in the #DigitalEquityWebinarSeries! Discover new ways to empower your community and promote digital skills learning for all. Register now: https://lnkd.in/emzzWYTq. Find the recordings of these webinars on Marylanders Online's YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/eMgtrkF9. Subscribe to be notified when other recordings are added. #DigitalEquity #AI #Accessibility #Equity #Inclusion #Webinars #MarylandersOnline

Join the University of Maryland Extension and partners in Annapolis on December 12th for the 2024 Cultivating Innovation in Maryland's Agriculture & Technology Conference. Connect with industry experts and learn about the emerging technologies revolutionizing the future of agriculture. CEs available - register today at https://lnkd.in/ezssD23U Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eV2aGbGr #AgTech #Agriculture #Technology #Innovation #Maryland #AgriTech

This #TeamTuesday, please help us welcome Marylanders Online's newest team member, Jahnavi Mandala! Jahnavi is a Business Analytics Master’s candidate at the Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland. She joins the University of Maryland Extension Marylanders Online team as a Web Content Manager. Jahnavi earned her Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from VNR VJIET, India. Driven by a passion for technology and effective communication, Jahnavi skillfully bridges her foundational technical knowledge with advanced analytics to enhance user interactions on digital platforms, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience. Outside of work, she enjoys going to the gym and spending time on the basketball court, getting some shots up. Dedicated to community service, Jahnavi actively volunteers, striving to make a meaningful impact. Her vibrant energy not only enhances her professional endeavors but also infuses her personal activities with innovation and creativity. Welcome to the team, Jahnavi! Meet the rest of the Marylanders Online crew by visiting our website: https://lnkd.in/dhv5mPGC. #TeamAppreciation #WebContent #UME #MarylandersOnline #UMD #Engineering #WebDev #DigitalInclusion #DigitalLiteracy #DigitalSkills

Thank you Senator Bill Ferguson for sharing these opening remarks at the 2024 Maryland Statewide Digital Equity Summit, recognizing the organizations, governmental agencies, and practitioners at the forefront of critical work bridging the digital divide. https://lnkd.in/eeQ2bU_w #2024MarylandStatewideDigitalEquitySummit #DigitalEquityMaryland #DigitalInclusion

Marylanders Online extends our sincere gratitude to all the partners, vendors, and attendees who contributed to the success of the #2024MarylandStatewideDigitalEquitySummit yesterday! We hope you left the summit feeling inspired, connected, and equipped with valuable insights and opportunities to implement in your community. If you attended the summit, please complete the event survey: https://lnkd.in/eh7CptEV To view all event pictures, visit the Marylanders Online Facebook page: https://lnkd.in/euSXq8sh Want to help make the 2025 Maryland Digital Equity Summit even bigger and better? We are looking for passionate individuals to serve on the planning committee. Email marylandersonline@umd.edu to get involved.  A special thank you to: the National Federation of the Blind, Benton Institute for Broadband & Society, National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA), University of Maryland College of Information, University of Maryland Extension, University of Maryland Extension, 4-H, Baltimore Digital Equity Coalition, Baltimore Digital Equity Coalition, Maryland Department of Disabilities, Gov. Wes Moore, Bill Ferguson, Revati Prasad, Jinhee Kim, Isaias T., Taylor Carter-Disanto, JD MPA, Tomlin Technology, Inc., Carevocacy, Steve Alessi, Northeast Regional Center for Rural Development, Kathryn L., Coppin State University, Dondra Bailey, Ph.D., John Horrigan, Zeffert and Gold Catering and Event Planning, Baltimore City Office of Information and Technology, EducationSuperHighway, Digital Harbor Foundation, Montgomery Connects, Ronnie Hammond, Mitsuko R Herrera, Vishnupriya Desai, Jay Uebel, Amy Huffman, Ashley Teagle, Enoch Pratt Free Library & Maryland State Library Resource Center, Maryland Office of Statewide Broadband, Andrew Coy, William Honablew Jr., Esquire, M.B.A., Molly Sherman, Carroll Technology & Innovation Council, Samantha Musgrave, Quiana Bannerman, Telecommunications Access Maryland, Maryland Accessible Telecommunications....

From all of us on the Marylanders Online team: THANK YOU for making the #2024MarylandStatewideDigitalEquitySummit an incredible event! Stay tuned - there will be more pictures and recaps to come! #DigitalEquity #DigitalInclusion #DigitalAccessibility #BridgingTheDigitallDivide