The least connected communities in Cuyahoga County to get better access to the internet
The least connected communities in Cuyahoga County to get better access to the internet News 5 Cleveland WEWS
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Cuyahoga County, Ohio, and PCs for People Partner to Expand Internet Access
Introduction
In an effort to promote internet access for all residents of Northeast Ohio, Cuyahoga County, the State of Ohio, and PCs for People have launched a new initiative. This second phase of the project specifically targets the region’s least connected communities.
The Importance of Internet Access
Congresswoman Shontel M. Brown emphasized the critical need for internet access, stating that it connects education, the economy, entrepreneurs, and even enables seniors to make teledoc appointments. Internet access is now considered a utility rather than a luxury.
Connecting the Outhwaite Homes Community
The Outhwaite homes community, one of the oldest housing communities in Cuyahoga County, was the first to benefit from this initiative. Residents were able to sign up for PCs for People’s low-cost internet service during an event held on Monday to kick off the program.
Feedback and Follow-up
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 4: Quality Education | 4.4 By 2030, substantially increase the number of youth and adults who have relevant skills, including technical and vocational skills, for employment, decent jobs, and entrepreneurship | The initiative aims to connect education by providing internet access to communities, which can enhance access to online learning resources and improve digital skills. |
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | 8.3 Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation | The initiative aims to connect entrepreneurs and support economic growth by providing internet access, which can facilitate online business activities and access to markets. |
| SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure | 9.c Significantly increase access to information and communications technology and strive to provide universal and affordable access to the Internet in least developed countries by 2020 | The initiative aims to increase access to information and communications technology by providing low-cost internet service to least connected communities. |
| SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities | 10.2 By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, or economic or other status | The initiative aims to reduce inequalities by providing internet access to communities that are currently least connected, ensuring equal opportunities for accessing online resources and services. |
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