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20 March 2024 A Digital Inclusion Approach to Device Donation

2024 March - ADIA Media Release 20 March 2024 A Digital Inclusion Approach to Device Donation and Reuse Release of the Australian Digital Inclusion Alliance’s latest paper The Australian Digital Inclusion Alliance (ADIA)’s paper released today, A Digital Inclusion Approach to Device Donation and Reuse, highlights demand for affordable digital devices across Australia, challenges and opportunities. [...] Digital inclusion is a multifaceted challenge impacting a considerable number of Australians, with the latest Australian Digital Inclusion Index data showing that around one in four people remain digitally excluded or highly digitally excluded.1 Additionally, 10.5% of the population only has access to a mobile device, impacting their ability to participate online and develop broad digital skills. [...] For Westpac, the act of donating devices represents a win-win scenario: it enables a secure and sustainable way to dispose of devices while simultaneously helping Australians in need.” The ADIA’s paper is being discussed at a launch event today with The Smith Family, the Australian Government’s First Nations Digital Inclusion Advisory Group, WorkVentures, and the Australian Communications Consumer. [...] To join the online event, visit: se The paper is available on the ADIA website, visit: About the ADIA The Australian Digital Inclusion Alliance (ADIA) is a shared initiative with over 500 business, government, academic and community organisations working togeth. [...] The ADIA’s vision is to build a digitally inclusive Australia where everyone is equipped to fully participate in the economy and society.
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