Project Goals
This project addresses equity and the digital divide to include vulnerable populations in broadband access.
The BAND-NC program is a statewide initiative that fosters relationships with the regional councils and councils of government across the state to assist with implementing 100 Digital Inclusion Plans or one for each county. Adopting a statewide and regional approach ensures all components are included and allows flexibility in each plan to make it unique to its county.
There is no cost to participate and Centralina will take the lead in the reporting and administration.
Resources
Centralina Information Sheet – A printable guide for digital inclusion planning in our region.
Centralina Digital Inclusion Video – Brief informative video to help you understand the digital inclusion plan and how you can help advance it. (coming soon)
Digital Inclusion Profile – Purdue University Regional Center for Development prepared a data profile that provides an understanding of Centralina Regional Council’s digital landscape.
BAND-NC – Review the latest data from NC State University Institute for Emerging Issues Building a New Digital Economy in NC on the BAND-NC website.
NC One Map Profiles – The NC Broadband Infrastructure Office provides detailed broadband data by county.
State of NC Digital Equity Plan – Review our state’s comprehensive strategy to ensure all individuals and communities have equitable access to digital tools, resources and skills to participate in the digital economy.
Want to Help Now? Take the Internet Connectivity Survey for NC Households and Business conducted by the NC Broadband Infrastructure Office.