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Good Things Foundation has a lot to share on all things digital inclusion, technology for social good and community learning.
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Replay: Be Connected Social Impact
On 31 March 2021, we hosted a webinar with Associate Professor Anthony McCosker about the evaluation of the Be Connected program.
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Media release: Be Connected impact
We welcome a recent social impact report by Swinburne University of Technology, which finds that the Be Connected program, delivered by Good Things Foundation, created a social return on investment of $4.01 for every $1 invested.
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Live-Streamed Cooking
Be Connected Network partners WEA Illawarra recently held a cooking demonstration as an activity for their Be Connected Community Engagement grant.
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Loan devices to those in need
Grafton Library's digital devices program is helping their community stay connected while in-person support is limited.
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Good Things Foundation Australia 2019/20 Annual Report
This year has shown more than ever how important it is for everyone in Australia to be digitally included.
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Good Things Foundation welcomes Budget announcement, still more work to do
We welcome the 2020 Federal Budget announcement that the Be Connected program has been extended for 3 more years.
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Connecting spiritually through tech
Be Connected has enabled Inderjit to connect with Gurbani (Sikh prayers) websites to educate himself and connect spiritually.
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26 new Capacity Builders announced
This round of grants saw over $1million in funding awarded to community organisations, leading to the training of 1,840 digital mentors.
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A growing digital skills program
Since joining Be Connected, STAR Community Services has supported nearly 300 elderly participants to learn digital skills.
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Combatting isolation with tech
Cire Services is loaning internet-connected tablets to their community members to help them virtually combat isolation.
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Finding a lifeline in technology
Pottsville Beach NC received a Digital Devices grant and one of their learners, Lyn, has submitted the following testimonial.
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Removing the fear of technology
This retirement village is helping its residents gain the confidence to use technology in their everyday lives.