Project Grant 2131DS094

The Department of Workforce Development, Education & Workforce Development Cabinet Division in Kentucky received a $12,123,531.39 Project Grant from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the State Digital Equity Planning and Capacity Grant Program (CFDA 11.032). The grant's purpose is to implement Kentucky's Digital Equity Plan, which was developed through a previous NTIA State Digital Equity Planning Grant. Key activities to be performed include building digital equity capacity at the community level, providing digital literacy and skills advancement training, and establishing an affordable device and refurbishing program. The expected outcomes are to increase the number of Kentuckians equipped to navigate the internet safely, improve accessibility and inclusivity of state/local government programs, and enhance civic and social engagement through the development of digital skills necessary for work and life. The grant will primarily benefit residents of Kentucky, particularly unserved and underserved populations statewide. The recipient plans to subaward portions of the grant funds to local partners for implementing the digital equity plan activities.