Project TechConnect Task Force

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The Project TechConnect Task Force was created to assist and advise the Department of Telecommunications and Information Services of the City and County of San Francisco on digital inclusion programs that will complement the deployment of a citywide wireless Internet network. The task force consists of fifteen members including community leaders from business, nonprofit and philanthropy sectors with expertise and experience in technology, affordable housing, community development, human and social services.

Digital Inclusion Goals

• Bridge San Francisco’s digital divide within all of its socio-economically diverse communities.
• Enable SF’s underserved communities to use the Internet to increase access to jobs, education, healthcare, and government services.
• Enable residents to better engage and participate in their communities.
• Enable all city residents to participate more fully in the global information economy and society.

The Department of Telecommunications and Information Services will seek input and advice from Task Force on the following issues:

• Hardware:  access to affordable computers, networking equipment and devices to residents that cannot otherwise afford this equipment and hardware; 
• Training/Support:   computer skills training and technical support that enable underserved communities to  take advantage of Internet access – including limited-English speaking populations and the disabled;
• Content/Services: diverse, community-based and relevant online content and services.