Program Summary: B-WOW Seniors Digital Literacy Program
The B-WOW Seniors Digital Literacy Program is an empowering initiative designed to bridge the digital divide among seniors within the Black communities of Alberta. Recognizing the increasing importance of digital literacy in today’s world, this program aims to provide seniors with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the digital landscape, fostering connectivity, independence, and enhanced quality of life.
Program Objectives:
1. Digital Inclusion: Ensure seniors within the Black communities have access to and are proficient in utilizing digital technologies.
2. Communication Skills: Enhance seniors’ ability to communicate and connect with their families, friends, and community through digital platforms.
3. Information Access: Enable seniors to access relevant health, wellness, and community resources online.
4. Online Safety: Educate seniors about online safety measures to protect themselves from potential risks.
5. Community Engagement: Facilitate seniors’ active participation in the digital realm, fostering a sense of community and reducing social isolation.
Who the Program is For:
– Seniors: Targeting seniors within the Black communities of Alberta, especially those facing challenges in adapting to digital technologies.
Program Outcomes:
Program Outcomes
1. Increased Digital Literacy: Seniors will acquire essential digital skills, enhancing their ability to use various devices and applications.
2. Enhanced Connectivity:Seniors will experience improved communication with family, friends, and the community through digital platforms.
3. Access to Resources: Seniors will be empowered to independently access online health, wellness, and community resources.
4. Online Safety Knowledge: Seniors will be knowledgeable about online safety practices, reducing vulnerabilities to online risks.
5. Community Participation: Seniors will actively engage in digital community activities, reducing social isolation and enhancing their overall well-being.
The B-WOW Seniors Digital Literacy Program not only addresses the immediate digital literacy needs of seniors but also contributes to building a more connected, informed, and resilient senior community within the Black communities of Alberta.
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