Public Libraries Respond to COVID-19: Strategies for Advancing Digital Equity Now
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Webinar
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More than 20 million people lack home broadband access at a time when virtually every aspect of our lives has a digital component. Public libraries have long been part of a digital equity solution with devices, internet access and technology training. What are libraries doing while our buildings are closed, and the need is greater than ever for people who are digitally disconnected? Speakers share strategies ranging from amplifying WiFi signals to deploying mobile hotspots to mapping and publicizing public WiFi access.
- Williamsburg (VA) Regional Library Examples:
- Bus Ad Mockup (PNG)
- Free WiFi Magnet (PDF)
- WiFi Hotspot Map (PNG)
- WiFi Locations and Schedule (PDF)
- WiFi Postcard (PDF)
- WiFi Vehicle Photo (JPG)
- Arkansas River Valley Regional Library Examples:
- Library WiFi Zone Sign #1 (JPG)
- Library WiFi Zone Sign #2 (JPG)
- Georgia State Library Examples:
- Help for patrons to get low- or no-cost technology access:
- (National Digital Inclusion Alliance)
- (FCC)
- E-rate and Universal Service (91´«Ã½ Advocacy & Public Policy)
- Chat Transcript (PDF)
Facilitators:
Betsy Fowler, Director, Williamsburg (VA) Regional Library
Misty Hawkins, Director, Arkansas River Valley Regional Library
Julie Walker, Georgia State Librarian
Larra Clark, PLA Deputy Director
Originally presented April 23, 2020.
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