Tech
Together DC
Partnership
Closing the Digital Divide in Washington, DC
Tech Together is a values-led partnership between DC government, non-profit community, academia and industry working together to bridge the digital divide through access, training and opportunity.
Tech Together Action Areas
Increase Access to Internet Service
Demystify Technology through Awareness, Training & Access to Opportunities
Increase Access to Internet-enabled Devices & IT Support
Increase technology savviness within DC Government
Join us in our efforts to
help our community.
How signing the Tech Together Pledge will benefit DC
Residents, businesses and nonprofits
-
Career and education pathways and opportunities to upskill
-
Increased earning power
-
Eliminating access to and cost of technology barriers to success
-
Trusted and respected connections to the tech industry
-
A diverse and supportive tech community
Economic Development
-
Greater diversity in the tech sector
-
A collaborative industry
-
An environment that supports innovation and entrepreneurship
-
Improved business processes
-
Enhanced community reputation
Government
-
High performance culture
-
Workforce capacity and public service improvements
-
Access to quality training and professional development comparable to the private industry
-
Strong, reliable and resilient tech infrastructure
Get Involved
How to Join
Step 1. Fill out the Pledge Application
Step 2. Commit to the Elements of the Pledge
Step 3. Track Progress
Step 4. Become a TechTogether Leader
By taking the pledge, you or your organization is joining a community of partners that believes in, and is committing to, creating opportunity for everyone by reducing the barriers of tech and internet access.
The Pledge is a shared set of goals, benefits and principals that signal a new way of working together. The Pledge sets out action areas, commitments, resources and ways partners can support Bridging the Digital Divide.
Signing the pledge is voluntary and free to make.