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A worried man talks on the phone. Helping his wife find her way home.

When Tech Skills Mean the Difference Between Stranded and Safe

Sometimes the impact of digital skills education reveals itself in the most urgent and human moments.Recently, a regular participant in the Asheboro Senior Center’s Tech Talk series—hosted by Digital…

NC Digital Futures Program, Digital Skills Heroes.

Seeking Foster Funding for Digital Skills Educators: Keeping North Carolina Communities Connected

As North Carolina continues to build a stronger digital future, a quiet crisis is emerging in our rural communities. Six Digital Skills Educators—trusted, community-based professionals helping…

Thanks to the NC Digital Futures Program, I can now drive from Roxboro to Chapel Hill to visit my son - with my new phone guiding me all the way!

Helping Hands in Roxboro: Learning GPS Navigation to Reconnect With Family

In Roxboro, NC, a recent NC Digital Futures Program class gave one local resident the tools to reconnect with his family—by simply learning how to use GPS navigation on his smartphone.After receiving…

Taneisha beamed as she received a confirmation email about her job application. This was her first time applying online, with guidance from an educator at the Extension Center.

From Paper to Digital: A Job Application Journey in Bertie County

When Taneisha walked into the Bertie County Cooperative Extension Center, she carried more than just a request for help—she carried urgency, uncertainty, and hope. Her electricity had been cut off,…

"The App Waze was introduced in class. Is an excellent app for seniors. It is simple to use-the navigation included is very good and easy to use. I traveled over 600 miles and used it over a 5 day period. I enjoyed it because I was alone and felt like I h

NC Digital Futures Participant Finds Confidence on the Road With Senior App Training

A recent participant in the NC Digital Futures Program shared a powerful testimonial about the real-world impact of learning to use the Waze navigation app during one of our “Senior Apps”…

A woman uses her MacBook by voice thanks to a Tech Tutoring session.

Tech Tutoring Empowers Resident to Overcome Post-Surgery Challenges

When Holly reached out to the Randolph County Center of N.C. Cooperative Extension, she was facing a significant obstacle. With major hand surgery scheduled, she was deeply concerned about her…

Icon showing 4-H Clover above Wifi signal logo- Broadband in 4-H Youth Development

Presence of Digital Skills Among Teens Impacts Confidence

The National 4-H Council released a report from a study they conducted recently on the impact of broadband access and attainment of digital skills in teens. They reported the lack of access to…