Broadband & Young People: A Primer for Equity Advocates

Broadband. What is it really, and why do broadband access and equity matter for families, young people, and communities?

The COVID-19 pandemic showed us all in stark terms that digital inequity is harming young people—and that urban and rural communities face distinct challenges to accessing fast and reliable broadband. This primer is designed to help youth development providers and advocates understand the needs and solutions, and advocate for effective policy change and implementation.