Why is Get Online Week needed?
It’s estimated that there are 2.7 million people who cannot afford a mobile phone contract and 3.7 million aren’t equipped with the correct connectivity. These people become locked out of society and often experience loneliness, social and financial exclusion. Digital skills are crucial for independent living, autonomy, and empowerment in today’s society.
Young people facing homelessness face challenges getting online due to…
- No settled home address to have a laptop and maintain internet connection
- Lack of, or inadequate access to devices that can access the internet
- Lack of digital literacy and the skills to stay online safely