Digital Works to lead digital training and job placement assistance project as part of international partnership between US and NZ Northland, New Zealand and Bowling Green, Kentucky (March 9, 2021) – The US State Department and the Far North District Council in New Zealand are funding “Connected Northland”—a new program focused on providing flexible digital training and job placement assistance …
The Digital Divide Knows No Borders
Lexington, Ky. (April 17, 2019) – What do you picture when you think of New Zealand? Perhaps you see a lush and green countryside? Or, unspoiled coastlines? Or, maybe you imagine waterfalls in valleys? All are true, but among those picturesque images is something often unnoticed—rural communities left without access to the same opportunities and resources many of us take …
Bringing Broadband to 390 Cities, 70,000 Rural Households by 2020
New Zealand (April 4, 2019) – The Honest Businessman recently took a closer look at the 2019 construction market trends for New Zealand. These included key trends and opportunities over the next three years. A big piece of this covers expanding broadband to more families and communities including in rural areas. It’s something Connected Nation supports as part of its …
The Promise of Broadband in Far North, New Zealand
Editor’s Note: On March 29, New Zealand held a national memorial for the victims of the March 15 mosque terror attacks. Connected Nation grieves with and supports the survivors and the families who have lost loved ones. In an incredible display of love, the memorial was marked by words of forgiveness. Far North, New Zealand (March 29, 2019) – It’s …
20,000 Attend National Memorial Service for Mosque Attack Victims
Christchurch, New Zealand (March 29, 2019) – New Zealand is a nation grieving the loss of 50 people during a terror attack two weeks ago. Today, new agencies are reporting that 20,000 people attended a national memorial service in support of survivors and families who lost loved ones. “A succession of survivors, religious and civic leaders, along with community members, took …
Northern New Zealand Provides A Time for Learning
Far North, New Zealand (March 28, 2019) – Connected Nation (CN) is in New Zealand to share its best practices in closing the Digital Divide. But, today our team got the opportunity to learn from experiences of people who have a unique perspective on the issue. Chris Pedersen, CN’s Vice President for Development and Planning, was in Far North, New …
Let’s Get Digital: Connected Nation Takes Part in New Zealand Digital Skills Conference
Wellington, New Zealand (March 27, 2019) – When it comes to digital skills, Connected Nation (CN) knows well the opportunities developing digital training programs can provide communities. The nonprofit launched the Digital Works program nearly six years ago after recognizing the need for training and job placement that met the needs of an evolving workplace. Today, Chris Pedersen, Vice President …
Having the Digital Revolution for Breakfast
Dargaville, New Zealand (March 26, 2019) – The town of Dargaville sits along the west coast on the northern island of New Zealand. It’s home to just a little more than 4,000 people and it’s known for farming kumara. It’s what Americans refer to as “sweet potatoes.” According to NewZealand.com, Dargaville has, in recent years, grown as a tourist destination. …
Greetings from New Zealand: Connected Nation Takes Its Mission International
Whangarei, New Zealand (March 25, 2019) – Connected Nation is taking part in a week-long exchange program dubbed “Getting Connected New Zealand Outbound.” The program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State Office of Citizen Exchanges, was organized by World Learning. World Learning works to equip individuals and institutions to address the world’s most pressing problems through “experiential learning, leadership development, inclusive …
Connected Nation Taking Its Mission of Digital Inclusion International
Bowling Green, Ky. (March 12, 2019) – Connected Nation is heading to New Zealand next week to share best practices and programs for expanding broadband and accessing digital jobs, and improving digital literacy. Chris Pedersen who serves as the Vice President of Development and Planning for CN will discuss closing the Digital Divide and how public-private partnerships can help communities. …