Dallas Innovation Alliance

Throwing it back to Get Connected Dallas 2023! ?? We love seeing the growth we’ve made since then and are already excited for what 2025 has in store. ?? Every year brings new opportunities to connect, empower, and inspire our community! - ?Recordando Get Connected Dallas 2023! ?? Nos encanta ver el crecimiento que hemos tenido desde entonces y ya estamos emocionados por lo que 2025 nos deparará. ?? ?Cada a?o trae nuevas oportunidades para conectar, empoderar e inspirar a nuestra comunidad!

?? It's North Texas Giving Day! ?? At the Dallas Innovation Alliance (DIA), we’re building a smarter, more connected Dallas for everyone. Through digital literacy programs, our dedicated Digital Ambassadors who provide one-on-one support, the Get Connected Dallas event, and much more, we're bridging the digital divide and empowering underserved communities to thrive. Your support today helps us expand our impact, giving more residents access to the tools and resources they need. Together, we’re shaping the future of Dallas through innovation and equity. Make a difference: https://buff.ly/3ZCfxLI #NorthTexasGivingDay #DigitalEquity #SmartCity #GetConnectedDallas #InnovateForAll #DallasInnovation

?? Get Involved – Volunteer for Get Connected Dallas 2024!?? Join us for Get Connected Dallas 2024 and be part of something bigger! ?? We’re looking for volunteers to help us create a more connected and inclusive community. ?? Event Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024 ?? Location: For Oak Cliff, 907 E Ledbetter Dr ?? Flexible Shifts: Available between 9 AM - 2 PM ?? Why Volunteer? - Earn community service hours while making an impact! - Make meaningful connections with community leaders, local organizations, and other awesome volunteers! - Gain hands-on experience in event planning, community engagement, and nonprofit work. - Have fun with carnival games, tech workshops, and more while making a real impact. - Enjoy FREE lunch and a Get Connected Dallas 2024 T-shirt as a thank you! ?? Sign up today and secure your spot! ?? https://buff.ly/47nhoWF ? Volunteer deadline: Friday, September 27 Help us make this event a success – we can’t wait to have you on the team! ??

??? Get ready for the Perot Museum’s Tech Truck at Get Connected Dallas on October 5th from 10 AM to 2 PM! The Tech Truck brings hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) activities right to you! Perfect for curious minds of all ages, you can tinker, engineer, create, and explore in this mobile lab. ?? Don’t miss this exciting opportunity! ?? Learn more and register for free at https://buff.ly/3TnjWhU

Kickoff Digital Inclusion Week with the Digital Art Challenge in observance of the City’s ongoing efforts to increase public knowledge of the importance of digital equity and promote digital literacy. The Digital Art Challenge open call invites artists to submit work showcasing their digital art skills! ??? Open to Dallas artists of all ages until Sept. 30 at 8 p.m. ?? Winner will be announced at the Get Connected Dallas event beginning 10 a.m. on October 5. Join us to find out who wins! ?? Location: For Oak Cliff 907 E Ledbetter Dr, Dallas, TX 75216 Residents are welcome to visit one of our community anchor sites for assistance with submissions and to create their art. Our team is ready to support you in bringing your digital masterpiece to life! Submit your art ?? https://lnkd.in/gUDNH24D

?? Huge Congratulations to our latest winner! ?? This month’s Digital Skills Class participant is going home with a Lenovo laptop! We’re thrilled to celebrate our community’s dedication to digital learning. Want to be next? Join us for our upcoming workshops, and you could be our next big winner! ?? #connecteddallas #digitalinclusion #internetaccess #connectedcommunities #internetforall

Check out this great call for robots from our ED Jennifer Sanders! Please come join us at the 'zoo'!

?? Save the Date! ?? Get ready for the 2nd Annual GCD 2024! ?? Dive into a day of tech exploration, interactive workshops, and vibrant community vibes. It’s not just an event—it’s a movement to empower you with tools, knowledge, and connections for the digital age. Expect hands-on experiences, live music, and the excitement of digital innovation. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details! ??? ?? ?Reserva la Fecha! ?? ?Prepárate para la 2a Edición Anual de GCD 2024! ?? Sumérgete en un día de exploración tecnológica, talleres interactivos y una vibrante conexión con la comunidad. No es solo un evento, ?es un movimiento para empoderarte con herramientas, conocimientos y conexiones para la era digital! ?Prepárate para experiencias prácticas, música en vivo y la emoción de la innovación digital! ?Marca tu calendario y mantente atento a más detalles! ???

?? Good News! ?? We are thrilled to announce that we have launched our programming at DBC!? Last Tuesday, we held our first class for the new residents of the neighborhood, and it was a huge success. ?? A big thank you to everyone who joined us to kick off this new adventure of learning and community. ???? If you missed our first session, don’t worry: you can visit us every Tuesday! ?? ?Buenas noticias! ?? ?Nos complace anunciar que hemos dado inicio a nuestra programación en DBC!? El martes pasado, realizamos nuestra primera clase para los nuevos residentes del vecindario y fue un gran éxito. ?? Un gran agradecimiento a todos los que se unieron a nosotros para comenzar esta nueva aventura de aprendizaje y comunidad. ???? Si te perdiste nuestra primera sesión, no te preocupes: ?pueden visitarnos todos los martes!

??? We’re Here to Help with Back to School! ??? The new school year is here, and we know tech can be tricky. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! ??For students, we help with essential tools like Google Classroom, Zoom, Word, and Google Docs. ????For parents, we offer support with tracking grades through PowerSchool, staying connected with Remind, and organizing with Google Calendar. ??Plus, get advice on online safety, school involvement, and financial planning. ?? Need help? We’re here for you! ?Impulsa tu Regreso a Clases con Tecnología! ??? El nuevo a?o escolar ya está aquí, y sabemos que la tecnología puede ser complicada. ?No te preocupes, te tenemos cubierto! ?? Para los estudiantes, te ayudamos con herramientas esenciales como Google Classroom, Zoom, Word y Google Docs. ???? Para los padres, ofrecemos apoyo con el seguimiento de calificaciones a través de PowerSchool, mantener la comunicación con Remind y organizarse con Google Calendar. ?? Además, te damos consejos sobre seguridad en línea, participación escolar y planificación financiera. ?? ?Necesitas ayuda? ?Estamos aquí para ti! #connecteddallas #digitalinclusion #internetaccess #connectedcommunities #internetforall