Why we do what we do
To maximise community prosperity through equitable access, self-determination and trust of digital technology.
How we work
1,000 cups of tea
We strive to be digital inclusion and enablement experts regionally and nationally.
We believe in the power of having conversations, sharing knowledge and connecting people together.
We use common language that links central/local government, institutions and private/social organisations
Less is more
- We are most effective when concentrating our efforts into a small number of initiatives.
- In the first instance, we will always seek out and support existing initiatives and promote collaboration.
It's all about outcomes
- Even though very important, we believe digital inclusion and enablement is only part of the community prosperity puzzle.
- Our success hinges on the positive measurable & sustainable impact we can make on community wellbeing.
Alignment
Our work is aligned with the Digital Waikato 2025 strategy developed by Te Waka: Waikato's Economic Development Agency in collaboration with key stakeholders and launched in 2019.
Amongst the five portfolios of work in the strategy is
Close the Digital Divide -
- Facilitate and support accelerated deployment of fit-for-purpose infrastructure to main centres and regions
- Facilitate and support the development of fit-for-purpose public access facilities, programmes and resources
- Promote, facilitate and support initiatives investing in user empowerment, not just infrastructure
Build digital skills and capacity
- Acknowledge, understand and define the digital skills gap and champion addressing it
- Promote, facilitate and support initiatives supporting schools in delivering the digital curriculum
- Support the establishment of fit-for-purpose pathways and career support programmes, resources and tools
