Resources 

Statistics on the Digital Divide:

• QuickFacts from the US Census Bureau are great for base lining your project. They also have more detailed information on home computer and Internet use.

• The Children's Partnership developed the Digital Opportunity Index "to answer (the) fundamental question (How can the Internet help our children succeed?)" Their state fact sheets provide summary data on technology, youth and economic development.

Information on Broadband Penetration and Societal Impact

• The Pew Internet and American Life Project  and The Brookings Institute  both conduct continuous research on broadband availability and societal impact. A few excellent references:

• J. Horrigan, "Broadband Adoption Trends and Consequences,"  July 17, 2007, Presentation to National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC)

• Susannah Fox, "Digital Divisions,", Report of the Pew Center for Internet and the American Life, October 5, 2005,

• Robert Crandall, William Lehr and Robert Litan, "The Effects of Broadband Deployment on Output and Employment: A Cross-sectional Analysis of U.S. Data," July 2007, Issues in Economic Policy, The Brookings Institute.

• The Fortune at the Bottom of the Pyramid by C. K. Prahalad's presents a compelling case for finding innovative solutions to alleviate world poverty while creating wealth.

Digital Literacy Curriculum

• GCF Learn Free offers free online curricula developed through Goodwill Industries of NE North Carolina. In addition to offering interactive courses on computers, the internet, productivity applications and safety, they offer tutorials on "everyday life" math, money basics and career development.

• Microsoft's Unlimited Potential Curriculum and Services are designed for use in community technology centers (CTCs) or Telecenters. Lessons may be taught in a classroom-style setting, or as part of a self-paced learning program. The Unlimited Potential program also includes a partnership with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America which offers Club Tech - a very cool customized version of the curriculum for kids.

Internet Safety

• Wired Safety supports children and adults with software, tips and support on cyberabuse (online fraud, cyberbullying, and child safety).

• Stay Safe Online "provides free and non-technical cyber security and safety resources to the public, so consumers, small businesses and educators have the know how to avoid cyber crime."

Organizational Support for Nonprofits

• TechSoup has a little bit of everything and a huge amount of credibility in the nonprofit segment.

• CTCNet supports Community Technology Centers around the nation with a range of resources and services.