National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA)

Last evening, the NDIA leadership team was happy to welcome members of our community local to the DMV area to connect and catch up at Coco Lezzone! We appreciate you! Christopher Lewis Drew Garner Aaron Alberico Bradley Joseph Sinkaus Revati Prasad Nat Purser Emerald P. Garrett Gigi Sohn Didier Barjon Andrew Schwartzman Angela Siefer Caitlin Kvammen Kristi Zappie-Ferradino Amy Huffman Regina (Gina) D. Cooper Benjamin

?? NDIA, in partnership with AMERIND Critical Infrastructure, is proud to recognize the inaugural awardees of the Seven Star Communities program! Please join us in congratulating our very first Seven Star Communities: Alliance for Navajo Broadband Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Gila River Indian Community Gila River Telecommunications, Inc. Hoopa Valley Public Utilities District Mohawk Networks, LLC Pueblo of Jemez S?q?ńi? Broadband Services https://lnkd.in/eEH7ZkUG

?? Today is the final day to participate in our Coalitions Survey! We want to recognize the hard work of digital inclusion coalitions across the country. By sharing your insights, you’ll help us understand the depth of your work and how we can better support you. Find the survey here: https://lnkd.in/gTdy8vZK

Today at 2 pm ET: Don’t miss our Digital Equity for Indian Country webinar with E.J. John, J.D., of the American Indian Policy Institute! He’ll cover the importance of digital skills, Tribal broadband history, and partnerships for Native Nations. Register now to join: https://lnkd.in/e52ckqVv

? Our Coalitions Survey is closing soon! Digital inclusion coalitions, this is your chance to share insights about your work, challenges, and impact in your communities. Your responses will help us tailor our future support to better serve you. Find the survey here: https://lnkd.in/gTdy8vZK

Join us this Thursday, November 14th, at 2 pm ET for a webinar on Digital Equity for Indian Country, featuring E.J. John, J.D. from the American Indian Policy Institute. He’ll share insights on Tribal digital sovereignty, broadband access, and meaningful partnerships for Native Nations. Secure your spot and register here: https://lnkd.in/exX6DYYy

This #VeteransDay, we recognize the critical role digital equity plays in supporting veterans. Access to connectivity enables veterans to utilize vital services—from telehealth and modern healthcare to job training and VA benefits. We’re committed to bridging the digital divide so all veterans have the resources they need to thrive. Together, let’s make digital inclusion a priority to honor those who served. #DigitalInclusion #VeteransDay #SupportOurVeterans

Join Benton Institute for Broadband & Society on?November 12 at 2 p.m. ET for a discussion about how states are meeting the digital technology needs of Veterans. The webinar, Veterans and Digital Equity: Planning for Success, will feature speaker Walter Prescher, Digital Navigator, National Digital Navigator Corps, Easter Seals Greater Houston. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eAX9b3ZR. #veterans #NDIA #digitalnavigator #ESGH

?? Help us build a new directory and interactive map of digital inclusion coalitions! This tool will make it easy to find information on coalitions near you and connect with key initiatives. Share your insights—participate in our coalitions survey today! https://lnkd.in/gTdy8vZK

In a world where digital equity is increasingly crucial, Native nations are empowering their communities with digital access and skills, leading to accessing more opportunities and increased connectivity. To help kick off #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, check out our latest blog post about how Kendall Lee-Daughtery (Cherokee), a dedicated Digital Navigator located on the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, is bridging the digital divide by bringing essential tech skills to every corner of the reservation:?https://bit.ly/NDNCblog1. Kendall is a member of NDIA's National Digital Navigator Corps, which established 18 digital navigator programs in rural communities. Seven of these programs, which were made possible through a partnership between NDIA and AMERIND Critical Infrastructure, are based in Native American/Alaska Native communities. #CherokeeNation #DigitalNavigator