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Unlock your organisation's potential with our digital literacy, capacity building, community engagement and device grants!
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"We’ve seen first-hand how the kind of events that are held during Get Online Week can turn people’s lives around," writes @JessMBWilson our CEO. "...The good news is that digital exclusion is something we can fix." Read the story in full bit.ly/3PWgj1f #GetOnlineWeek
Today, we're encourage everyone to have powerful conversations that show you care. Remember, kindness is free and it takes only a few moments to empathetically listen. Access conversation tips and support: bit.ly/44M14vS #RUOKDay2023 #heretohear
A conversation could change a life and you have what it takes to support those you care about.
Our Conversation Guide has tips for how to navigate an R U OK? conversation, today, tomorrow or any day it's needed.
Download it here bit.ly/44M14vS #RUOKDay2023 #heretohear
ALT The cover and inside pages of the R U OK? Conversation Guide. Text reads: 'Your guide to an R U OK? Conversation'
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We had the most joyous day yesterday hosting @AmandaRishworth at Boronia Multicultural Services, Sydney. Digital learners told the minister why #digitalskills in migrant communities matter and shared their personal digital skills stories. It was empowerment in action! @HOSTintl
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"Action that is informed by a visual picture, created via evidence, is always so powerful. But in the context of #digitalinclusion, it can also be life-changing," says @JessMBWilson, our CEO. Read her new #research and #policy update in full via bit.ly/3E2jMV4
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Watch this video to find out why working with young people with disability to get online confidently and safely is so important
Interested in being part of the solution? Find out how you can take part in our new free professional development opportunity youtube.com/watch?v=GO70hvOW…
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Grants to set up your device loan library are now open.
Join our webinar to find out more:
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
ALT Now open 27 March 2023 Digital Devices Grant $5000 Improve access in your community with a device loan program Use the grant to purchase tablets, laptops and smartphones with data Closes 27 April 2023 Good Things Foundation Logo
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Today, Cass Strakosch shared how we’re supporting adults across Australia to develop digital skills and how this ties into media literacy at the #MedialiteracyAus Summit
Big shoutout to our Network for #IWD2023. Thank you for #CrackingTheCode for women in your programs everyday. The Digital Gender Divide is an issue we need to talk more about.
Let's use innovations with tech and online to support women in an increasingly digital world.
For #IWD2023 we want to celebrate our Network (@BeConnectedAU) who continue #CrackingTheCode by supporting women to learn digital skills.
Christine Hall, Project Manager at @age_no_barrier tells us that women with limited digital skills are more likely to be isolated
![Text: The digital divide is an equity issue due to the multifaceted disadvantages older women face around housing, poverty, health, domestic violence and their role as carers. Christine Hall Project Manager Older Women's Network NSW Image: Christine]](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fqpg5c_akAAfxyt.jpg?name=orig)
ALT Text: The digital divide is an equity issue due to the multifaceted disadvantages older women face around housing, poverty, health, domestic violence and their role as carers. Christine Hall Project Manager Older Women's Network NSW Image: Christine]
Join us this Thursday 24 November for our ‘Delivering Digital Skills Sessions for Groups’ webinar! Learn about tried and tested ways of planning for and delivering your #BeConnectedAU program.
Register your spot: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
ALT Stylised image of people on a web video call. Logos for Good Things Foundation Australia and Be Connected. Text reads 'Delivering digital skills sessions for groups webinar. 24 November.'
Building Digital Skills grant applications are now open!
Apply for a grant to start up or expand your digital skills program. Contracts from $2,500 up to $20,000 available.
Read the guidelines and apply: beconnectednetwork.org.au/gr…
ALT Logos for Good Things Foundation Australia and Be Connected. Image of women using computers and smiling. Text reads: Building Digital Skills grants now open!
Join us on 22 Nov to learn all about our new Digital Skills Checker, a tool that helps you better understand your learners and get them online.
The tool is now an essential part of the #BeConnectedAU grant program. Find out more:
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
Another great #BeConnectedAU Network Partner Meetup, this time in Melbourne!
Our final Network Partner Meetup of 2022 is being held online on 1 Nov, 11AM AEDT.
➡️ Register your spot: events.humanitix.com/online-…
ALT Group of people smiling under screen which reads "Network Partner Meetup".
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Is your event on the Get Online Week map yet? Add it now so the public can find and attend your event. #GetOnlineWeek
Fantastic time seeing members of the WA #BeConnectedAU Network at the 2022 Perth Network Partner Meetup!
Want to connect with other Network Partners? Our Melbourne and online Network Partner Meetups are coming up soon!
➡️ Register your spot: beconnectednetwork.org.au/ne…
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Event holders - this might be your last chance to order a free promotional pack. Order yours now to get it in time for #GetOnlineWeek
aus.getonlineweek.com/storie…
Our $5,000 digital devices grant can help you improve access to smartphones, tablets and laptops in your community.
Read more about the grant and help make a difference in your community: beconnectednetwork.org.au/gr…
Are you part of the #BeConnectedAU Network and want to take part in our Capacity Building program, where your org will be supported with specialised training and a $50,000 grant?
➡️ Sign up to our newsletter to find out when the next intake is open:
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Exciting times for Lead Digital Mentors taking part in the latest round of our #CapacityBuilding training! We can’t wait to see how they support and upskill #DigitalMentors at their own #BeConnectedAU programs across the country.
ALT Screenshot of Zoom videocall during Capacity Building training.
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If you're looking for a new job or a change of career, the internet is the best place to start. With a few simple tips, you can find and apply for your dream job or volunteer role! #GetOnlineWeek
Read our tips:
aus.getonlineweek.com/storie…
Create a device library with our $5,000 grant (and just in time for summer!)
Loan devices can make a huge difference for those without devices at home. Read more:
beconnectednetwork.org.au/gr…
