
Seattle named a national leader in closing the digital divide for 7th time
The National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) named the City of Seattle a 2024 Digital Inclusion Visionary Trailblazer. Visionary Trailblazers are communities that have deeply integrated digital inclusion throughout their government and are leading the way in digital inclusion innovation.
Seattle was recognized for its work with Technology Matching Fund and Digital Navigator grants, policy work, engagement in local, state, and national networks, Tech Adoption Research, and formal strategic plans, like Internet for All.
In an increasingly connected society, digital inclusion—access to affordable high-speed internet, devices, and digital skills training—is essential not only to participate in today’s world but also to finding greater opportunities to thrive using tools to navigate the internet confidently and independently.
The City of Seattle’s Information Technology Department (Seattle IT) oversees the City’s Digital Equity Program. To learn more about digital equity programs like the Technology Matching Fund Grant program and past winners, reduced-cost cable and internet opportunities, and other programs, visit www.seattle.gov/tech. Seattle IT is a trusted partner that provides secure, reliable, and complaint technologies, enabling the City to deliver equitable and responsive services to the public.