Nearly 4 million student parents across the country courageously work to attain their postsecondary degrees; in fact, 20% of all undergraduate students in California are parents. Often overlooked, pregnant and parenting students must overcome time poverty; a lack of...
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Working to Bridge the Digital Divide in Tribal Communities
The Michelson 20MM Foundation is proud to launch the Digital Equity in Tribal Communities Project, a new multi-year effort to address digital inequity in indigenous communities. By the Michelson 20MM Foundation (Originally published on 20mm.org) The Digital...
Tribal Broadband Bootcamp: Fostering Digital Sovereignty in Tribal Communities
By the Michelson 20MM Foundation The Michelson 20MM Foundation is proud to launch the Digital Equity in Tribal Communities Project, a new multi-year effort to address digital inequity in indigenous communities. This project looks to empower tribal nations with the...
National Experts Weigh In on the Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Michelson 20MM Foundation’s latest Connecting California series installment explored opportunities created by this investment. By Justin Chapman (Originally published on 20mm.org) Experts Share How the Federal Broadband Investment Can Improve Access for...
Why the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Matters: A Breakdown and an Update
Recently, a historic investment was made to ensure that every American has access to reliable, high-speed internet. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which dedicates $65 billion to bridge the digital divide, includes $42.5 billion allocated for states, $14.2...
Tribal Broadband Bootcamps Bring Broadband Solutions to Indian Country
An effort to foster digital sovereignty and support tribal citizens to build and operate their own broadband networks in Indian Country is gaining momentum. By Sean Gonsalves (Originally published on Community Networks and 20mm.org) An effort to foster digital...
The Road to Academic Success: Best Practices to Support Pregnant and Parenting Students
Taking steps to improve college success for pregnant and parenting students has important implications for racial, ethnic, and economic equity in higher education. Among students of color, one in three black students, one in three Native American students, and one in...
Broadband of the People, by the People, and for the People
For far too long, tribal communities have experienced what Dr. Traci Morris from the American Indian Policy Institute at Arizona State University has described as digital indifference. By Miguel Leon, Michelson 20MM Foundation (Originally published on 20mm.org)...
Non-Profit Heroes Battle Industry Goliaths in the Fight for Digital Equity
Non-profit leaders and advocates sprang into action to fight digital inequity in their communities amidst a global pandemic. By Miguel Leon, Michelson 20MM Foundation (Originally published on 20mm.org) When the COVID-19 pandemic hit and everyone began to shelter in...
California is Coalescing to Support Pregnant and Parenting Students
How is the California State University system serving pregnant and parenting students? Who are these students and how are they being reached? How are their voices being heard and incorporated into equity work across the state? By Miguel Leon, Michelson...
Navigating the Changing Landscape of Textbook Affordability
Open Education Week is a national week of action celebrated by educators, advocates, students, and institutions to draw attention to OER and textbook affordability. From Zero Textbook Cost Degree programs at the California Community Colleges to the Affordable Learning...
The Power of Advocacy: How Nonprofits Are Shaping Broadband Policy In California
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, suddenly all nonprofits became digital equity nonprofits. Whether they focused on education, civic engagement, or healthcare, community-based organizations across the country pivoted toward tackling the digital divide seemingly...