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Cost of connectivity crisis: One in 10 Brits would cut back on food or heating rather than lose internet access
We're making digital for all, as new research reveals just how vital Brits consider being connected to the internet is to their everyday lives.
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It’s time the Government invests in fixing the digital divide
Good Things Foundation's Policy and Advocacy Assistant, Urko Beltran de Guevara, explains why we need urgent action from the Government to invest in digital inclusion, following the recent House of Lords debate.
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Introducing… Digital Futures For Good
Digital Futures for Good is a new in-depth conversation series that imagines a nation without digital exclusion, focusing on the transformational potential of innovative initiatives and policymaking.
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Zeinab’s story: From feeling alone to connecting with the community
Initially an isolated asylum seeker without a connection, Zeinab is now a connected volunteer at Learn for Life, her confidence and independence restored.
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Minaj’s story: overcoming mental health issues with digital
Minaj's mental health was so bad she barely left the house, but after improving her digital skills and connecting with her community, she is happier than ever.
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Safer Internet Day: the best resources for keeping people safe online
Good Things' Community Engagement Manager, Louise Branch, shares her top online safety resources, in celebration of Safer Internet Day 2024.
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Virgin Money brings the National Databank to all UK stores
Virgin Money and Good Things Foundation team up to support millions of households facing digital exclusion across the UK by making all UK stores National Databanks.
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Are older people really spending more time online?
New data from the Office of National Statistics reveals that Over-70s are UK’s most online adults after twenty-somethings. Our Head of Research and Data Insights, Katie Heard, explores these findings.
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Free data and devices helps Amer settle into life in the UK
From an asylum seeker with no internet access to becoming a volunteer at Job4Me, access to free data and a device has helped Amer kickstart his life in the UK.
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HMRC awards Good Things another 3 year grant
Good Things have received more funding from HMRC, enabling us to support individuals facing digital and other barriers to accessing HMRC services.
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People’s Partnership: helping people and the environment by donating devices
People's Partnership are tackling digital exclusion by donating used tech to the National Device Bank. They shared their motivations, the benefits and why other organisations should get involved.
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Avoiding Misinformation Online
Good Things' Community Engagement Manager, Louise Branch, raises awareness of online misinformation with insights from Newsguard and the Network.