We’re excited to share that digitalLIFT will be presenting at the upcoming Digital Access Research Forum, a national event that highlights the latest research, methodologies, and best practices in advancing digital access. This in-person forum brings together academics, researchers, community development practitioners, and policymakers to explore critical issues including:
- Program evaluation and outcomes measurement
- Benefits of digital access programs in communities
- Economic and labor market implications
Session Spotlight: Perspectives from Community- and Coalition-led Initiatives
📅 September 18, 9:00–10:30 a.m.
📍 Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, 1 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO 64198
Community-driven strategies are proving essential to achieving meaningful and sustainable digital equity. Our session brings together two complementary approaches — municipal digital equity planning and ongoing, community-based tech support — to demonstrate how local voices and collaborative structures can drive lasting change.
Featured Speakers
- Anagha Devanarayanan, Metropolitan Area Planning Council
- Kami Griffiths, digitalLIFT
Attendees will gain practical insights on:
- Designing inclusive planning processes
- Cultivating cross-sector coalitions
- Building supports that endure well beyond the initial program creation
- Connecting local strategies to broader research on impact, equity, and the economic benefits of digital access
Explore the full Digital Access Research Forum agenda here
We’re excited to join this event and hope to see you in Kansas City!
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