From: Mercedes Soto (msoto@itresourcecenter.org)
Date: 09/29/03
You might want to get in touch with someone at the Ohio Community
Computing Network to find out more about community-based centers in your
area. www.occcn.org
I understand that many families are not be able to afford a computer and
internet access from home. Libraries and schools offer limited access.
And I'm all for "god bless the child who has his own" but its important to
note that more and more community-based nonprofits are providing
technology enhanced training and access to internet in low-income
communities in the evenings and on weekends.
OCCN is a non profit statewide membership-based alliance of community
computing centers and others committed to promoting the creation and
sustainability of community based technology centers. These centers
provide opportunity and support to those who typically lack access to and
understanding of computer and network technology.
Community Technology Centers (CTC's) make it possible for Ohioans with low
incomes to learn about and use computers and the Internet. They provide
basic technology training and support to the public, especially in
disadvantaged communities. Our member centers are located in places such
as libraries, community centers, schools, churches, social service
agencies, and low income residential housing complexes. Most provide at
least ten hours a week of open access for anyone in their community.
Sincerely-
Mercedes
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