Remote communities to receive Wi-Fi and training as part of Digital Project

🗣 “Access, affordability, and ability” — It was reported this week that Communications Minister Michelle Rowland MP said these words in the context of addressing the ‘digital divide’ that exits for First Nations Communities.

The NT News reported that digital upgrades and training would be provided to remote First Nations Communities in the Territory, including in the Barkly Region 📲

💻 Lingiari’s Marion Scrymgour MP said “it is a question of equity” when discussing the importance of this program for remote First Nations communities.

📡 In addition, Ms Scrymgour said, “mobile services in the bush are important not only for keeping connected with others but they also have safety implications for remote areas. Whether you are applying for a job, paying bills or checking your bank account, digital inclusion is a necessity.”

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CAWLS supports programs that assist with addressing inequality in our community and access to digital resources is important in these modern terms ✊

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