This $15,983,291.58 Project Grant award from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the State Digital Equity Planning and Capacity Grant Program (CFDA 11.032) will fund the implementation of the Washington Digital Equity Plan. Key activities include: Developing a train-the-trainer certificate program with a peer-to-peer model to provide culturally relevant and accessible digital skills training. Conducting outreach, in-person trainings, and distributing educational resources on online privacy and cybersecurity. Partnering with internet service providers to promote cybersecurity education. The project aims to increase awareness of online risks, empower individuals to protect against cyber threats, promote responsible online behavior, improve data protection, and enhance media literacy. The target beneficiaries are residents of Washington state, focusing on unserved and underserved populations. The Washington State Department of Commerce will implement the project, potentially through sub-awards, from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2029.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $16.0m | 12/18/24 |