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Introduction

• Metro Digital Inclusion: In 2024, Metro Information Technology Services released the first Annual Report detailing the city's digital inclusion efforts.

• Digital Inclusion Officer: Pearl Amanfu leads the digital inclusion initiatives in Nashville.

• Digital Needs Assessment: Conducted in 2021 to guide the city's digital inclusion strategies.

• Nashville Digital Inclusion Fund: Established in 2015, it provides free or low-cost internet access, computers, devices, training, and support.

• Connected Nashville: A multi-year plan initiated in 2016 to make Nashville a smarter, more connected city.

• COVID-19 Response: Documented new digital inclusion initiatives by local governments during the pandemic.

• Digital Navigator Model: Developed in 2020 and updated in 2024 to support digital inclusion practitioners.

Metro Digital Inclusion [1]

• Annual Report: Released in 2024, detailing the city's digital inclusion efforts.

• Goals: Ensure access, affordability, and use of technology for all residents.

• Collaboration: Involves government, nonprofits, and private organizations.

• Social Determinants of Health: Technology is crucial for long-term health outcomes.

• Website: More information can be found on the official Nashville government website.

Digital Needs Assessment [2]

• Conducted: In 2021 to guide digital inclusion strategies.

• Purpose: To understand the digital needs of Nashville residents.

• Outcome: Informed the city's digital inclusion goals and initiatives.

• Collaboration: Involved community leaders and digital inclusion experts.

• Report: Findings are available on the Nashville government website.

Nashville Digital Inclusion Fund [2]

• Established: In 2015 through public-private partnerships.

• Funding: Initial investment of $100,000 by Metro Government, matched by Google, James Stephen Turner Family Foundation, and Comcast.

• Purpose: Provide free or low-cost internet access, computers, devices, training, and support.

• Programs: Supported initiatives like Anytime Access for All.

• Partners: Included Vanderbilt University, ER2, ReviveIT, and Nashville Public Library.

Connected Nashville [2]

• Initiated: In May 2016 by a committee of 75 community members.

• Goal: To make Nashville a smarter, more connected city.

• Focus: Address local priorities using technology and data.

• Equity: Ensured an unwavering focus on equity.

• Report: Published in October 2017, laying the foundation for future digital inclusion work.

COVID-19 Response [3]

• Initiatives: Documented new digital inclusion initiatives by local governments.

• Focus: Addressed digital needs during the pandemic.

• Collaboration: Involved government, nonprofits, and private organizations.

• Support: Provided resources for remote learning and work.

• Outcome: Enhanced digital inclusion efforts in response to the pandemic.

Digital Navigator Model [4]

• Developed: In 2020 to support digital inclusion practitioners.

• Updated: In 2024 to enhance the model.

• Purpose: Bring together a community of practitioners.

• Support: Provide guidance and resources for digital inclusion work.

• Impact: Improved digital inclusion efforts through a structured model.

Digital Inclusion Officer [5]

• Name: Pearl Amanfu.

• Role: Leads the digital inclusion initiatives in Nashville.

• Background: Experienced in project management and digital inclusion.

• Leadership: Guides the city's digital inclusion strategies.

• Contact: More information available on LinkedIn.

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