Digital Access Commitments Campaign

The NCW Digital Access Coalition is teaming up and taking action to bridge the digital divide.

Together we can make a difference. Make a pledge to enhance digital access in 2025. We invite the following entities to pledge their commitment to digital access:

Government
Industry
Education
Community sectors

Make a 2025 Commitment See 2024 Commitments

2025
Commitments Showcase

Expanding Digital Access Through Leadership, Training, and Technology Resources

Okanogan County and its 13 municipalities

The Economic Alliance pledges to support infrastructure providers and utilities through continued facilitation of the Broadband Action Team, expand digital literacy through training opportunities and direct service to clients, and ensure equitable access to computer technology and the internet through distribution of refurbished Chromebooks and the use of our Small Business Resource and Technology Center.

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Advancing Digital Access for Individuals with Disabilities in Rural Communities

Okanogan County

Our Commitment: Advancing Digital Equity to Promote Independence for Individuals with Disabilities in Rural Areas At Central Washington Disability Resources (CWDR), we are committed to promoting independence for individuals with disabilities by ensuring digital equity through inclusive and accessible resources. We recognize that access to digital tools, information, and technology is no longer optional—it is essential for education, employment, healthcare, and civic participation. For individuals with disabilities, particularly in rural communities, unequal access to these resources creates deep barriers to opportunity and inclusion.

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Empowering Older Adults Through Free Digital Education and Support

Okanogan County

Methow At Home remains dedicated to empowering older adults to thrive in today’s digital age by offering a comprehensive, resilient and free education system to bring more seniors in our community online and support them in achieving meaningful outcomes in health and wellness, social connection, creative expression, and financial security.

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Digital Access as a Pathway to Healthier Communities in the Upper Okanogan Valley

Upper Okanogan Valley

In 2025, HCSC commits to advancing digital access by training Digital Navigators, launching a Digital Café for tech support, converting its Oroville classroom into a digital hub, and offering online education tailored to seniors, veterans, low-income, and marginalized residents—with a focus on digital safety and accessibility.

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Supporting Our Business Community with Digital Tools and Resources

Grant County and Okanogan County - Grand Coulee Dam Area

We are committed to helping local businesses grow by providing access to digital tools, social media training, and support using our community app. In today’s digital age, an online presence is essential. We’re here to help businesses overcome barriers and build a stronger, more connected, and resilient presence both in person and online.

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Supporting Seniors with Tech Tutoring, Smartphone Classes, and Internet Safety Seminars.

Chelan and Douglas County

We commit to provide technology tutoring and support for all senior center members, including: one-on-one tutoring to help with technology questions; group iPhone and Android smartphone classes; and group seminars on internet security topics.

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Advancing Accessibility, Privacy, and Trust in Digital Health

Okanogan County

We commit to improving website accessibility by making it mobile-friendly, multilingual, and ADA-compliant. We’re also strengthening cybersecurity and patient data privacy through enhanced protections, regular audits, and patient education to build trust and support digital engagement.

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Promoting Digital Access While Reducing In-School Distractions

Chelan County

We plan to continue our 2024 digital access commitment, but now we are working on reducing student access to cell phones during the school day in order to reduce distractions.

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Ensuring Digital Access for Equitable Virtual Mediation and Training

Chelan & Douglas County

Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center ensures digital equity by offering a private space with internet, video, and audio-equipped devices for clients and mediators participating in virtual mediation or training, supporting full access to our services regardless of digital barriers.

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Expanding Digital Access Through Leadership, Training, and Technology Resources

Okanogan County and its 13 municipalities

The Economic Alliance pledges to support infrastructure providers and utilities through continued facilitation of the Broadband Action Team, expand digital literacy through training opportunities and direct service to clients, and ensure equitable access to computer technology and the internet through distribution of refurbished Chromebooks and the use of our Small Business Resource and Technology Center.

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Advancing Digital Access for Individuals with Disabilities in Rural Communities

Okanogan County

Our Commitment: Advancing Digital Equity to Promote Independence for Individuals with Disabilities in Rural Areas At Central Washington Disability Resources (CWDR), we are committed to promoting independence for individuals with disabilities by ensuring digital equity through inclusive and accessible resources. We recognize that access to digital tools, information, and technology is no longer optional—it is essential for education, employment, healthcare, and civic participation. For individuals with disabilities, particularly in rural communities, unequal access to these resources creates deep barriers to opportunity and inclusion.

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Empowering Older Adults Through Free Digital Education and Support

Okanogan County

Methow At Home remains dedicated to empowering older adults to thrive in today’s digital age by offering a comprehensive, resilient and free education system to bring more seniors in our community online and support them in achieving meaningful outcomes in health and wellness, social connection, creative expression, and financial security.

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Digital Access as a Pathway to Healthier Communities in the Upper Okanogan Valley

Upper Okanogan Valley

In 2025, HCSC commits to advancing digital access by training Digital Navigators, launching a Digital Café for tech support, converting its Oroville classroom into a digital hub, and offering online education tailored to seniors, veterans, low-income, and marginalized residents—with a focus on digital safety and accessibility.

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Supporting Our Business Community with Digital Tools and Resources

Grant County and Okanogan County - Grand Coulee Dam Area

We are committed to helping local businesses grow by providing access to digital tools, social media training, and support using our community app. In today’s digital age, an online presence is essential. We’re here to help businesses overcome barriers and build a stronger, more connected, and resilient presence both in person and online.

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Supporting Seniors with Tech Tutoring, Smartphone Classes, and Internet Safety Seminars.

Chelan and Douglas County

We commit to provide technology tutoring and support for all senior center members, including: one-on-one tutoring to help with technology questions; group iPhone and Android smartphone classes; and group seminars on internet security topics.

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Advancing Accessibility, Privacy, and Trust in Digital Health

Okanogan County

We commit to improving website accessibility by making it mobile-friendly, multilingual, and ADA-compliant. We’re also strengthening cybersecurity and patient data privacy through enhanced protections, regular audits, and patient education to build trust and support digital engagement.

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Promoting Digital Access While Reducing In-School Distractions

Chelan County

We plan to continue our 2024 digital access commitment, but now we are working on reducing student access to cell phones during the school day in order to reduce distractions.

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Ensuring Digital Access for Equitable Virtual Mediation and Training

Chelan & Douglas County

Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center ensures digital equity by offering a private space with internet, video, and audio-equipped devices for clients and mediators participating in virtual mediation or training, supporting full access to our services regardless of digital barriers.

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Apply for a Microgrant

Apply for a microgrant through NCW Tech Alliance. Thriving Together NCW has generously sponsored The Digital Access Coalition Microgrant to provide financial support for organizations to implement their digital access commitments in 2025. Organizations can apply for up to $4,000 in funding to support digital equity commitments with the application linked below. Please reach out to Info@ncwtech.org with any questions.

Apply for Microgrant See Microgrant FAQ

Digital Access Toolbox

Digital Access Toolkit

This toolkit is designed to assist organizations in promoting digital access within their communities. It provides an understanding of what digital access work across our region and next steps for each of us as we work to increase digital access in our communities.

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Microsoft Digital Access Resources

We must ensure that opportunity is available—for every community, every business, and every person. This starts with ensuring every person has access to the technology, skills, and opportunity to succeed in a digital economy.

Digital Access Report

In an effort to address the persistent disparities in access to digital resources and technology, NCW Tech Alliance and Thriving Together NCW celebrated September as Digital Access Month. Throughout the month, a series of pop-up events, trainings, and meetings took place.

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Microsoft Power BI

Find out where your services are needed. Turn your data into visuals with advanced data-analysis tools, AI capabilities, and a user-friendly report-creation tool.

Social Media Kit

Promotional graphics in banner and social media sizes are available! Help spread the word that NCW Tech Help and that Digital Access Month is September!