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Empowering Communities Through Technology

In the digital age, having a computer and the internet are essential. Without technology, applying for jobs, paying bills and talking to loved ones is increasingly difficult. This digital divide is a widespread challenge in Philadelphia. With rising costs and rapid changes in technology, more Philadelphians are being left behind each year.

Local leaders came together in Fall 2010 to launch the KEYSPOT Network to address the digital divide in Philadelphia. KEYSPOT computer labs were created in community organizations in all neighborhoods of Philadelphia. Community members can visit their local KEYSPOT to create a resume, check their email, use social media and more – usage is unrestricted. KEYSPOTs are free to use and offer computer and job skill trainings.

Note: The above descriptive information came from the network's About Us page.

In The News

7 organizations offering digital literacy resources in Philadelphia, Technical.ly Philly, May 14, 2019.

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+{{toplink|url=http://www.phillykeyspots.org/|name=phillykeyspots.org}}<blockquote>''Empowering Communities Through Technology''</blockquote>
+In the digital age, having a computer and the internet are essential. Without technology, applying for jobs, paying bills and talking to loved ones is increasingly difficult. This digital divide is a widespread challenge in Philadelphia. With rising costs and rapid changes in technology, more Philadelphians are being left behind each year.
-'''Philly Keyspots''' gives the following descriptive information:<blockquote>''What is KEYSPOT?''<br><br>In the digital age, a computer and Internet access is a necessity, yet 41% of Philadelphians do not have access. Formed to tackle this problem, KEYSPOT represents a citywide coalition of community-based groups committed to bringing Internet access, training and technology to all Philadelphia communities. The KEYSPOT Network is managed by The Mayor's Commission on Literacy on behalf of the City of Philadelphia in partnership with the Office of Innovation and Technology, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, and Drexel University.<br><br>''Who is it for?''<br><br>You! Free computer use, Internet access and training are offered to anyone and everyone!<br><br>''When can I start?''<br><br>Anytime! KEYSPOTS and Training Programs started popping up around town in the Summer of 2011 and are still running today.<br><br>''Where can I find a location?''<br><br>Trainings are offered at more than 50 KEYSPOTS, primarily in North, South and West Philadelphia neighborhoods. Use the KEYSPOT Finder to locate training near you.<br><br>''How can I find out more?''<br><br>Call 311 to help find the nearest KEYSPOT location. Make sure to join our mailing list to receive emails about upcoming events and offerings.</blockquote>
+Local leaders came together in Fall 2010 to launch the '''KEYSPOT Network''' to address the digital divide in Philadelphia. KEYSPOT '''computer labs were created in community organizations in all neighborhoods''' of Philadelphia. Community members can visit their local KEYSPOT to create a resume, check their email, use social media and more – usage is unrestricted. KEYSPOTs are free to use and offer computer and job skill trainings.
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+''Note:''&nbsp;&nbsp;The above descriptive information came from the network's [http://www.phillykeyspots.org/about-us/ About Us] page.
+==In The News==
+*[http://technical.ly/philly/2019/05/14/6-organizations-offering-digital-literacy-resources-in-philadelphia/ 7 organizations offering digital literacy resources in Philadelphia], Technical.ly Philly, May 14, 2019.
+==Info==
+*Facebook:&nbsp;[http://www.facebook.com/PhillyKEYSPOTS/ PhillyKEYSPOTS]
+*Map:&nbsp;[http://www.phillykeyspots.org/keyspot-finder/ Keyspot Finder]
+*Twitter:&nbsp;[http://twitter.com/phillykeyspots @phillykeyspots]
+== See Also ==
+*[[Office of Adult Education (OAE)]]
+*[[Office of Innovation and Technology (OIT)]]
+*[[Technology Learning Collaborative (TLC)]]
+[[Category:Does-Computer_Training]] [[Category:About-Internet_Access]] [[Category:Issue-Technology]] [[Category:Issue-Computers]] [[Category:Is-Web_Portal]] [[Category:Is-Resource_Page]] [[Category:Is-Community_Tech_Center]] [[Category:Teaches-Computers]][[Category:Is-Network]]
+[[Category:Does-Computer_Access]]
+[[Category:Issue-Internet Access]]