Groundwork Training are members of the National Digital Inclusion Network
Groundwork Training are proud members of the National Digital Inclusion Network run by The Good Things Foundation.
This network is made up of 5,000 organisations across the UK, aiming to tackle the digital divide in communities across the UK, by making technology and the internet accessible to everyone.
With the rise of technology, having the skills and access to interact digitally, is important in modern society. However, many people are at risk of being digitally excluded due to the digital divide, which is a gap made by unequal access to the internet and digital devices. Digital inclusion is important for individuals for many factors such as socialising, education, employment, healthcare and wellbeing. Without having access to the digital world, individuals are at risk of becoming isolated, with limitations to education and employment.
That’s why at Groundwork Training, we believe that everyone should have equal access to the digital world. Groundwork Training can offer free mobile data through the National Databank to learners attending our courses. The National Databank provides free mobile SIM cards for people who can’t access the internet.
To be eligible you must be:
- Aged 18 and over
- Attending/attended a course run by Groundwork Training
- From a low-income household
- And/or have no access or insufficient access to the internet at home
- And/or have no or insufficient access to the internet when away from the home
- And/or cannot afford an existing monthly contract or top up
Louise Stokes Head of Training said
“Digital inclusion is essential in today's world, as it allows individuals to access vital resources, learn new skills, and unlock opportunities. Thanks to the support of the Good Things Foundation in providing free data, we can assist individuals that have or are accessing our courses with even more opportunities, creating pathways for individual growth.”
Groundwork Training’s FREE digital courses for people aged 19+ in partnership with North East Wales Adult Community Learning, (ACL) include:
- Basic IT for beginners
- Introduction to Tablets / Smartphones
- IT Skills for Improvers
- Smartphone / Tablet Improvers
- Staying Safe Online
- Selling on Vinted
- Introduction to Social Media
For more information about our courses and to how you can access free mobile data through the National Databank and The Good Things Foundation please contact training@groundworknorthwales.org.uk or call 01978 757524.