-- James Ash
Meet James, a senior from St. Louis and member of the Urban League. Recently, he joined a series of courses powered by AT&T’s digital literacy resources. In his 70s and preparing to re-enter the workforce, James is building his confidence and skills in technology, email, internet use, and more- key tools for success in today’s job market. James knows these skills are important for everyone, no matter their age, and he’s found that being digitally savvy makes everyday life a lot easier. For him, learning new digital tools has opened ways to stay in touch with his family, handle personal tasks online, and find important information quickly.
The digital divide is stark among older adult communities. By providing digital workshops and resources to people in older age groups, we help to bridge the technology gap and give them skills they need to keep up in our fast-moving and ever-evolving digital world. But it’s not just about learning tech- it’s about fostering independence and inclusion for seniors. James’s positive experience shows just how much of a difference AT&T’s efforts are making. With continued support and education, AT&T is helping people of all ages get connected and feel empowered.
James’s story is just one example of how AT&T is connecting people to greater possibilities through our $5 billion commitment to connect 25 million people by 2030. Find out more about our commitment here.
April, a Dallas native and mom of two, was experiencing job loss and uncertain housing. Then, her path to earning a degree took a turn for the better thanks to AT&T and the United Way’s Digital Bridges program. Through the program, April received a laptop, which helped her stay connected, manage her online classes, and keep working toward her goals without missing a beat.
Read Full StoryEthan, a passionate student and musician from South Texas, draws inspiration from his grandmother’s bolero singing and his Latin American roots. Active in bilingual and church choirs, he uses music to celebrate and share his culture. Growing up with limited technology—often sharing a laptop with his mom or relying on school computers—Ethan faced challenges applying to college and searching for scholarships, frequently using his smartphone for these tasks.
Read Full StoryCarol Quintero, a lifelong Miami resident and mother of two, built her career in beauty consulting and retail management—fields where her warmth and face-to-face connection were her greatest assets. For over 20 years, computers were optional in her world. But when Carol put her career on pause to care for her ailing mother, she found herself facing a new set of challenges—ones that required digital skills she never thought she’d need.
Read Full StoryGia Duarte’s journey with AT&T’s Connected Learning Centers (CLC) at the Salvadoran American Leadership and Educational Fund (SALEF) in Los Angeles is a powerful example of how access to technology makes a real difference. At home, Gia struggled with limited and unreliable technology, which made it hard for her to research colleges and complete applications. Then she discovered the CLC—a reliable space where she could focus, get the resources she needed, and plan confidently for her future.
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