“After years of advocating for action on digital inclusion, the launch of the Government’s Digital Inclusion Action Plan feels like I’ve spent a decade walking in the desert, and now I have been given a big jug of water and a really good map to an oasis” Our Group CEO, Helen Milner OBE comments on Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Digital Inclusion Action Plan - launched today. Read Helen’s full response at: https://lnkd.in/gqQfVkAv
Good Things Foundation
Non-profit Organization Management
Let's #FixTheDigitalDivide - for good.
About us
Good Things Foundation is a charity that supports digitally and socially excluded people to improve their lives through digital. Digital technology and community action is at the heart of everything we do. We bring together thousands of community partners to make up the National Digital Inclusion Network, reaching deep into communities to help people across the UK gain the support and skills they need to change their lives and overcome social challenges. Our online learning platform Learn My Way - used in Digital Inclusion Hubs throughout the network - helps thousands of people each year to gain basic digital skills and go on to further informal and formal learning. Through our research we discover which digital solutions really make a difference to people’s lives. This means we can scale up what works through our network and by working with our partners so that together we increase the impact that we all have. We use this shared experience and knowledge to help Government and other organisations better understand the role that they can play in creating a fully digital nation. We believe that digital technology can support equality of opportunity, and ensure everyone can participate fully in today’s society.
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http://www.goodthingsfoundation.org
External link for Good Things Foundation
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Sheffield
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2011
- Specialties
- digital skills, community development, community leadership support, volunteer training, social inclusion, and digital inclusion
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Showroom Workstation
15 Paternoster Row
Sheffield, S1 2BX, GB
Employees at Good Things Foundation
Updates
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The National Digital Inclusion Network is made up of local community partners, delivering free data, devices and digital skills training to tackle digital exclusion. We're looking for Network Engagement volunteers to help us keep in touch with these hubs. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/ecwrPRqV.
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Over the past year, we’ve spoken with leaders, policymakers, and organisations tackling digital exclusion. Our Digital Futures for Good report explores the key themes shaping digital inclusion today: leadership, digital skills, affordable access, inclusive digital services, and local support. Catch up on our launch event with Baroness Martha Lane Fox and Sara Weller CBE, or dive straight into the report! Watch the launch at https://lnkd.in/evciHiij Read the report at https://lnkd.in/e8Vr-zkr
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Virgin Media O2 Business is donating hundreds of mobile phones to support victims of domestic abuse or sexual assault. Some of these phones will come with free data from our National Databank, which was set up with Virgin Media O2 in 2021. Read more about this story on the Norfolk PCC website at https://lnkd.in/e8JkmxDw.
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Have your say on the future of digital inclusion 📢 The UK Government is seeking evidence on what works best—focusing on four key areas: Digital skills, data and device poverty, digital services and building confidence and supporting local delivery. Now is the time to share insights and drive meaningful change. Let’s #FixTheDigitalDivide - for good! Discover how to take part at https://lnkd.in/eP_vfv7r.
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ClearCommunityWeb is one of over a thousand hubs in the London Digital Inclusion Network helping Londoners to get online. We spoke to them about how #GetOnlineLondon, our initiative with the London Office of Technology & Innovation (LOTI) and Mayor of London, helps improves lives. Read it at https://lnkd.in/dACPBCKm.
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Digital transformation is accelerating, but digital exclusion is deepening. Millions struggle to afford data, gain digital skills, or navigate essential services that are online. Join us for the Digital Futures for Good report launch, where Helen Milner OBE and Baroness Martha Lane Fox will explore five key themes that emerged from our 2024 conversation series. 1. Leadership – Who is driving change? 2. Skills – How do we ensure digital literacy for all? 3. Affordable Access – What needs to change to tackle data poverty? 4. Digital Services – Are online services truly accessible? 5. Community Support – How do we empower local solutions? Date: 6 March 2025 Time: 15:30 – 16:30 Location: Online Register here: https://bit.ly/41dmTVf
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We asked every Digital Futures for Good guest: If you were Prime Minister, what would you do in your first 100 days to fix digital exclusion? Then, the political landscape shifted. With a general election ahead, the focus turned to the urgent actions needed now to ensure no one is left behind. Our new report highlights the key policy recommendations that emerged from these conversations. Join us for the launch event to discuss how we can drive real change. 📅 Date: 06/03/2025 📍 Location: Online 🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/41dmTVf
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Help someone flip their digital skills from batter to better this Pancake Day! 🥞 You could help someone learn how to use search engines and watch videos on YouTube using Learn My Way. Learn more about our free digital skills platform at https://www.learnmyway.com.
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We’re working with local and regional combined authorities like Liverpool City Region Combined Authority to bring devices and data to those who need it most. Watch the video below to find out more ⬇️