Digital Inclusion

Projects in action

Jackson County Broadband Plan

KC Digital Drive is leading the development of the Jackson County Broadband and Digital Equity Action Plan. This strategic initiative assesses existing broadband infrastructure, identifies service gaps, and engages community stakeholders to bridge the digital divide. By analyzing market competition, affordability, and digital skills, the project will guide the County’s strategy and investment in helping county residents fully participate in digital life.

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DLX Device Access Program

Device Access is a core feature of the Digital Life Exchange (DLX), administered by KC Digital Drive, providing members with access to shared device resources, including laptops and Chromebooks, for distribution and support across the Kansas City region.

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Miami County Connectivity Council

The Miami County Connectivity Council (MCCC) is an open, collaborative group of organizations committed to ensuring access to the internet and the ability to engage the digital world throughout Miami County, Kansas.

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Digital Life Exchange (DLX)

The Digital Life Exchange (DLX) is a consortium of direct-service organizations and resource providers committed to active collaboration to better meet the digital needs of vulnerable and underserved populations across the greater Kansas City metro area.

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Our Healthy Jackson County

Our Health Jackson County is a large scale community initiative led by the Health Equity Institute at the University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC) set out to bring health services directly into communities, reaching residents where they live, work, play, and worship.

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Digital Inclusion Resource Library

The Digital Inclusion Resource Library page is a hub for community members, organizations, and more to share their resources to make a more digitally inclusive world. This includes up-to-date digital skills programming in the Kansas City area, as well as information on low cost devices and middle skills training.

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Plays

News

Young Adults Transforming Community Navigation

The October 2026 meeting of the Kansas City Coalition for Digital Inclusion focused on the impact of integrating young adults into digital navigation roles. Hosted by Leslie Scott and facilitated by Peter Arvanitakis, a panel of leaders from six organizations shared success stories, onboarding lessons, and key takeaways on leveraging youth energy to advance digital equity.

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Digital Inclusion Week – 2026 Activities

What is Digital Inclusion Week?  Digital Inclusion Week (DIW) is an annual week of awareness, recognition and celebration. DIW is organized by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) and its 2,000+ affiliates nationwide. DIW raises awareness and promotes action for digital equity solutions. Communities all across the country will highlight their efforts online and in […]

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Further Reading

Young Adults Transforming Community Navigation

The October 2026 meeting of the Kansas City Coalition for Digital Inclusion focused on the impact of integrating young adults into digital navigation roles. Hosted by Leslie Scott and facilitated by Peter Arvanitakis, a panel of leaders from six organizations shared success stories, onboarding lessons, and key takeaways on leveraging youth energy to advance digital equity.

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Digital Inclusion Week – 2026 Activities

What is Digital Inclusion Week?  Digital Inclusion Week (DIW) is an annual week of awareness, recognition and celebration. DIW is organized by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) and its 2,000+ affiliates nationwide. DIW raises awareness and promotes action for digital equity solutions. Communities all across the country will highlight their efforts online and in […]

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