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DIGITAL EQUITY AND INCLUSION FOR OLDER ADULTS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

TEN YEARS LATER - HOW FAR HAVE WE COME?

NOT FAR ENOUGH!!

TEN YEARS AGO - MAY 15, 2012 - OUR COMMUNITIES CAME TOGETHER

The Aging and Disability Summit - held May 15, 2012 - marked a key event in raising awareness about the needs and resources available in a movement toward digital equity. Now,10 years later, the gaps are still unforgivable in San Francisco where the resources and "know-how" are plentiful. This 2012 event, organized by the Community Living Campaign and Judy Auda, helped build relationships that continue today.

MAY 15 2012 PROGRAM FOR THE DAY

The Program for the Day engaged a broad array of participants and supporters. Many of the groups that help showcase their resources and activities have continued to work together, but the biggest issue remains the same - too many people with disabilities, seniors and caregivers lack access to affordable internet, devices, basic training, assistive devices, technical assistance and support. In many ways, the SF Library's Tech Week and the SF Tech Council are a continuing part of this effort but we still have such a long way to go.

CREATIVITY WAS IN THE HOUSE

Ten years agog today, Mary Twomey stepped up at the Aging and Disability Technology Summit to deliver a message about empowerment and cyber safety in a unique way – this savvy cyber rapper brought the crowd to their feet in song and celebration.

MAYBE YOU WERE THERE?

Take a minute to reflect on the energy and excitement of a community united toward to a common goal. Maybe you were at City Hall to hear and to learn? Look and see in our Photo Album here.

10 YEARS LATER, WE'RE STILL FIGHTING FOR DIGITAL EQUITY

Despite being a recognized leader in the technology sector, far too many people in the City lack equitable access to technology. In this year's “Keep Us Connected” Campaign (the Pandemic Edition), we are asking San Francisco policymakers to recognize that access to the internet is no longer a “nice thing to have,” but a universal human right. People with disabilities and older adults need:

internet access,
devices,
digital literacy training,
tech support,
assistive technology.

WHERE WILL WE BE IN 10 YEARS IF WE DON'T INVEST?

We are asking for $3.5 million a year for two years (2022-2024) to strengthen and expand SF Connected Programs beyond current baseline funding to close the digital divide for people with disabilities, older adults, and other impacted communities. The Keep Us Connected 2022 Campaign website builds on the recent findings from the 2021 Empowered San Francisco Technology Needs Assessment, the Dignity Fund Community Needs Assessment and a host of other current recommendations.

Click HERE for a flyer and a more detailed summary of what these funds could pay for.

HELP US BUILD FOR THE NEXT 10 YEARS ANSWER OUR CALL TO ACTION HERE

Sign the petition to show your support HERE - in

English, Spanish, Chinese or Tagalog.

BECOME A KEEP US CONNECTED CAMPAIGN SPONSOR

Partial list - email info@sfdignityfund.org to add your logo in support!

LEARN MORE AND STAY INVOLVED

The Dignity Fund Coalition meets the 4th Wednesday of every month at 2:30. The next meeting will be Wed. May 23 at 2:00 on Zoom. The link to sign up for the next meeting is here.

The Coalition is a cross-section of community leaders, service providers and representatives from the senior, disability, veterans, LGBTQ community. We are proud that the creation of the Dignity Fund is helping San Franciscans receive more of the support and services they need to age with dignity.

For more information, email info@sfdignityfund.org and sign the petition.

MAY 15 2012 PROGRAM FOR THE DAY

Sign the petition to show your support HERE - in

﻿English, Spanish, Chinese or Tagalog.

Partial list - email info@sfdignityfund.org to add your logo in support!

English, Spanish, Chinese or Tagalog.