Clayton County's Digital Equity Initiative

ACP Sign-Up at Office of Digital Equity
2024-01-31 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Technology Services & Training Center, 9181 Poston Road, Jonesboro, GA, 30238, United States
Clayton County Office of Digital Equity
Technology Services & Training Center
9181 Poston Road
Jonesboro, GA 30238
The Affordable Connectivity Program may be going away this spring. The FCC has announced that the deadline to apply for the benefit is February 7, 2024 at 11:59pm ET. Your Office of Digital Equity will be available to provide information and assist you with applying and recertifying for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a federally funded program that provides a $30/month discount on home internet or mobile service for qualified households.
Please bring required documents: Valid Identification, Proof of Income, and/or Proof of Participation in a Government Assistance Program.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

Navigating Your PC
2024-01-30 09:00 - 12:00 | Sonna Singleton Gregory Senior Center, 3215 Anvil Block Rd., Ellenwood, GA, 30294, United States
Sonna Singleton Gregory Senior Center
3215 Anvil Block Road
Ellenwood, GA 30294
Thank you for your interest in our Navigating Your PC training. This course will cover the basic components of a computer, the Windows 10/11 Operating System, computer software and programs, creating documents, and organizing files and folders. You are welcome to bring your own laptop, but laptops will be available at the training location.
Masks are recommended but not required.

Navigating Your iPhone/iPad
2024-01-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Morrow Library, 6225 Maddox Road, Morrow, 30260, United States
Morrow Library
6225 Maddox Road
Morrow, GA 30260
Thank you for your interest in our Navigating Your iPhone/iPad training course. This course will familiarize you with your Apple device, managing apps, updates, storage, organizing images, and much more. This course is for Apple iPhones and iPads, NOT Android based smart phones and tablets, such as Samsung, LG, Motorola, Nokia, etc. This will be a hands-on learning experience. Please bring your personal device(s) to class.
Masks are recommended but not required.

Protect Your Digital Identity
2024-01-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Frank Bailey Senior Center, 6213 Riverdale Road, Riverdale, GA, 30274, United States
Frank Bailey Senior Center
6213 Riverdale Road
Riverdale, GA 30296
It’s easy to stay safe online when you’re able to recognize digital red flags. Join us as we discuss tips and methods to keep you protected when using technology, including cell phones, tablets, laptops and personal computers.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

ACP Sign-Up at Work Source Georgia Hiring Event
2024-01-24 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Work Source Georgia, 3000 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 350, Morrow, GA, 30260, United States
Work Source Georgia
3000 Corporate Center Drive
Suite 350
Morrow, GA 30260
Your Office of Digital Equity will be available to provide you with information about our digital equity initiative and to assist you with applying for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a federally funded program that provides a $30/month discount on home internet or mobile phone service for qualified households. Please visit our table, we look forward to assisting you.
Required documents for ACP application: valid identification, proof of income, and/or proof of participation in a government assistance program. For more information about the ACP, please visit our Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) page.

Navigating Your iPhone/iPad
2024-01-23 14:00 - 17:00 | Northwest Library, 6131 Riverdale Rd., Riverdale, GA, 30274, United States
Northwest Library
6131 Riverdale Road
Riverdale, GA 30274
Thank you for your interest in our Navigating Your iPhone/iPad training course. This course will familiarize you with your Apple device, managing apps, updates, storage, organizing images, and much more. This course is for Apple iPhones and iPads, NOT Android based smart phones and tablets, such as Samsung, LG, Motorola, Nokia, etc. This will be a hands-on learning experience. Please bring your personal device(s) to class.
Masks are recommended but not required.

Navigating Technology
2024-01-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Forest Park Senior Center, 5087 Park Avenue, Forest Park, GA, 30297, United States
Forest Park Senior Center
5087 Park Avenue
Forest Park, GA 30297
Thank you for your interest in our Navigating Technology training. This course will cover the basics of navigating your PC, laptop, Apple iPhone and Apple iPad, as well as provide you with tips on protecting your digital identity. This will be a hands-on learning experience. You are encouraged to bring your own devices. Laptops will be available to utilize during training, if needed.
PLEASE NOTE: This course will familiarize you with operating Windows based computers and laptops and Apple iPhones and iPads, not Android or Google devices or MacBooks.
Masks are recommended but not required.

Vet Connect 2024
2024-01-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Riverdale Town Center, 7210 Church Street, Riverdale, GA, 30274, United States
Visit our table at Vet Connect 2024, hosted by the Clayton County Senior Services Department in partnership with the City of Riverdale, to learn about our digital equity initiative and to see if you qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program, a federal subsidy of $30 to lower the cost of your home internet service. Also, join us in Meeting Room A at 2:00pm or 3:00pm during the breakout sessions for an overview of LinkedIn, a professional social networking platform.
Veterans of all ages and branches of the military are invited to attend. There will be breakout sessions for you to get answers to your legal questions, speak to elected officials about veteran issues, and meet organizations dedicated to helping veterans. A free lunch will be served during keynote speaker Nikki Glanton’s presentation. There will also be door prizes and giveaways.
Register to attend at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vetconnect-symposium-2024-tickets-777846799717

Navigating Your PC
2024-01-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Frank Bailey Senior Center, 6213 Riverdale Road, Riverdale, GA, 30274, United States
Frank Bailey Senior Center
6213 Riverdale Road
Riverdale, GA 30296
Thank you for your interest in our Navigating Your PC training. This course will cover the basic components of a computer, the Windows 10/11 Operating System, computer software and programs, creating documents, and organizing files and folders. You are welcome to bring your own laptop, but laptops will be available at the training location.
Masks are recommended but not required.

Navigating Your Chromebook
2024-01-16 18:00 - 21:00 | South Clayton Recreation Center, 1837 McDonough Rd., Hampton, GA, 30228, United States
South Clayton Recreation Center
1837 McDonough Road
Hampton, GA 30228
Thank you for your interest in our Navigating Your Chromebook course. This course will provide a comprehensive overview of Chromebook navigation, including: (1) Overview of the Desktop (2) Navigating Google Chrome (3) Google Workspace (4) Security and Updates and much more. Please bring your Chromebook to class, devices will NOT be available to use.
Masks are recommended but not required.
Please visit your local Clayton County Library branch or call 770-473-3850 to inquire about borrowing a Chromebook and/or wifi hotspot.

ACP Sign-Up at Forest Park Library
2024-01-16 09:30 - 12:30 | Forest Park Library, 4812 West Street, Forest Park, GA, United States
Forest Park Library
4812 West Street
Forest Park, GA 30297
Per the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) may be ending in April 2024, if the United States Congress does not allocate more funding for the program. The deadline to apply for the benefit is February 7, 2024 at 11:59pn ET. Your Office of Digital Equity will be available to assist you with applying for the ACP, a federally funded program that provides a $30/month discount on home internet or mobile service for qualified households.
Please bring required documents: Valid Identification, Proof of Income, and/or Proof of Participation in a Government Assistance Program.

Office of Digital Equity Staff Development and 2024 Planning
2023-12-01 - 2023-12-31 | GA
Thank you to every County leader, department, employee, resident, business owner, every non-County stakeholder, partner and sponsor, every news outlet that has featured our efforts, the Georgia Chapter of GMIS International for the Government to Citizens (G2C) award, GMIS International for the G2C award, the Georgia Technology Authority, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) for your support and making our year of digital equity efforts in 2023 a successful one.
Our office is tasked with addressing 3 “digital divides” in Clayton County: (1) access to affordable and reliable high-speed internet, (2) access to digital skills and (3) access to digital devices.
We are proud to have accomplished the following in 2023:

Assisted 40 Clayton County residents with applying and qualifying for the Affordable Connectivity Program, or ACP, a federal subsidy of $30/month to be used toward the cost of home internet service.
Facilitated 66 FREE digital skills trainings, and trained 385 Clayton County residents on topics including: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Excel II, Microsoft Word, Navigating LinkedIn, Navigating Your iPhone/iPad, Navigating Your PC, Protect Your Digital Identity, and Protect Your Financial Identity (partnership with Woodforest National Bank).
Distributed 207 FREE digital devices, including laptops (81), tablets (68) and Chromebooks (58) via partnerships with the following amazing organizations: Inspiredu, EveryoneOn, Compudopt, Culture Wireless, and Waterford Upstart.

We will not host events or facilitate training in December 2023, and plan to use the time, developing our staff, new courses and partnerships. We set the bar high in 2023, and have our work cut out for us next year. We are looking forward to serving you in 2024!
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Protect Your Digital Identity Training
2023-11-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Forest Park Senior Center, 5087 Park Avenue, Forest Park, GA, 30297, United States
Forest Park Senior Center
5087 Park Avenue
Forest Park, GA 30297
It’s easy to stay safe online when you’re able to recognize digital red flags. Join us as we discuss tips and methods to keep you protected when using technology, including cell phones, tablets, laptops and personal computers.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

Microsoft Excel II Training
2023-11-27 09:30 - 12:30 | Forest Park Library, 4812 West Street, Forest Park, GA, United States
Forest Park Library
4812 West Street
Forest Park, GA 30297
Thank you for your interest in our Microsoft Excel course. This course will dive into advanced shortcuts, the IF, CONCAT, and XLOOKUP functions and additional useful tips. Taking our Excel I class OR having a basic knowledge of the Excel interface is a prerequisite for this course. You are welcome to bring your own laptop, but computers will be available at the training location.

*CANCELLED* Protect Your Digital Identity Training
2023-11-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Jim Huie Recreation Center, 9045 Tara Boulevard, Jonesboro,, GA, 30236, United States
Jim Huie Recreation Center
9045 Tara Blvd.
Jonesboro, GA 30236
It’s easy to stay safe online when you’re able to recognize digital red flags. Join us as we discuss tips and methods to keep you protected when using technology, including cell phones, tablets, laptops and personal computers.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

Protect Your Financial Identity: Credit Report & Scores Workshop
2023-11-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Forest Park Library, 4812 West Street, Forest Park, GA, United States
Forest Park Library
4812 West Street
Forest Park, GA 30297
Here at the Office of Digital Equity, we believe that financial literacy and digital literacy are first cousins! We are excited to partner with Woodforest Bank to host a free workshop for Clayton County residents on understanding their credit report and credit scores, and the importance of financial health/literacy.
All residents are invited to attend, regardless of their banking institution. Registration is limited and required.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

Navigating Your iPhone/iPad Training
2023-11-20 09:00 - 12:00 | J Charley Griswell Senior Center, 2300 Hwy 138 SE, Jonesboro, GA 30236 , Jonesboro, GA, United States
J. Charley Griswell Senior Center
2300 Hwy 138 SE
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Thank you for your interest in our Navigating Your iPhone/iPad training course. This course will familiarize you with your Apple device, managing apps, updates, storage, organizing images, and much more. This course is for Apple iPhones and iPads, NOT Android based smart phones and tablets, such as Samsung, LG, Motorola, Nokia, etc. This will be a hands-on learning experience. Please bring your personal device(s) to class.
Masks are recommended but not required.

Navigating Your PC Training
2023-11-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Frank Bailey Senior Center, 6213 Riverdale Road, Riverdale, GA, 30274, United States

Microsoft Excel Training
2023-11-15 16:00 - 19:00 | Jim Huie Recreation Center, 9045 Tara Boulevard, Jonesboro,, GA, 30236, United States
Jim Huie Recreation Center
9045 Tara Blvd.
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Thank you for your interest in our Microsoft Excel course. This course will cover the basics of Excel: anatomy of the spreadsheet and ribbon, formatting and sorting data, simple calculations, linking worksheets, and inserting charts and images. You are welcome to bring your own laptop, but computers will be available at the training location.
Masks are recommended but not required.

Navigating Your PC Training
2023-11-14 18:00 - 21:00 | South Clayton Recreation Center, 1837 McDonough Rd., Hampton, GA, 30228, United States
South Clayton Recreation Center
1837 McDonough Road
Hampton, GA 30228
Thank you for your interest in our Navigating Your PC training. This course will cover the basic components of a computer, the Windows 10/11 Operating System, computer software and programs, creating documents, and organizing files and folders. You are welcome to bring your own laptop, but laptops will be available at the training location.
Masks are recommended but not required.

GTA Statewide Digital Connectivity Symposium
2023-11-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Georgia International Convention Center, 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, GA, 30337, United States
Georgia International Convention Center
2000 Convention Center Concourse
College Park, GA 30337
Join us at the forefront of digital transformation in Georgia at the Statewide Digital Connectivity Symposium on November 14, 2023, hosted by the Georgia Technology Authority, where our Digital Equity Administrator Takiyah J Thomas, has been invited to speak on Clayton County’s digital equity initiative. Together alongside leaders, champions, and residents alike, we’ll share in the successes and strategize on overcoming the challenges that remain. With focused discussions on digital connectivity, were not just planning for the future, we’re actively shaping it. We believe in a digitally inclusive Georgia – let’s make it happen together!
All are invited to attend. Registration is FREE and required > > > Click here to register!
Lunch will be provided. Onsite parking is available for $10.

Navigating Your iPhone/iPad Training
2023-11-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Sonna Singleton Gregory Senior Center, 3215 Anvil Block Rd., Ellenwood, GA, 30294, United States
Sonna Singleton Gregory Senior Center
3215 Anvil Block Road
Ellenwood, GA 30294
Thank you for your interest in our Navigating Your iPhone/iPad training course. This course will familiarize you with your Apple device, managing apps, updates, storage, organizing images, and much more. This course is for Apple iPhones and iPads, NOT Android based smart phones and tablets, such as Samsung, LG, Motorola, Nokia, etc. This will be a hands-on learning experience. Please bring your personal device(s) to class.
Masks are recommended but not required.

Microsoft Word Training
2023-11-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Morrow Library, 6225 Maddox Road, Morrow, 30260, United States
Morrow Library
6225 Maddox Road
Morrow, GA 30260
Thank you for your interest in our Microsoft Word course. This course will cover the basics of Microsoft Word: anatomy of the Microsoft Word interface, word processing basics, formatting text and images, headers and footers and much more! You are welcome to bring your own laptop, but computers will be available at the training location.

Microsoft Excel II Training
2023-11-08 14:00 - 17:00 | Northwest Library, 6131 Riverdale Rd., Riverdale, GA, 30274, United States
Northwest Library
6131 Riverdale Road
Riverdale, GA 30274
Thank you for your interest in our Microsoft Excel course. This course will dive into advanced shortcuts, the IF, CONCAT, and XLOOKUP functions and additional useful tips. Taking our Excel I class OR having a basic knowledge of the Excel interface is a prerequisite for this course. You are welcome to bring your own laptop, but computers will be available at the training location.

ACP Sign-Up at Jim Huie Recreation Center
2023-11-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Jim Huie Recreation Center, 9045 Tara Boulevard, Jonesboro,, GA, 30236, United States
Jim Huie Recreation Center
9045 Tara Blvd.
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Your Office of Digital Equity will be available to assist you with applying for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a federally funded program that provides a $30/month discount on home internet or mobile service for qualified households.
Please bring required documents: Valid Identification, Proof of Income, and Proof of Participation in a Government Assistance Program.

Show on the Road
2023-10-26 15:00 - 19:00 | Southlake Mall, 1000 Southlake Circle, Morrow, GA, 30260, United States
Southlake Mall
1000 Southlake Circle
Morrow, GA 30260
Join Chairman Jeffrey E. Turner along with the Clayton County Board of Commissioners for “SHOW ON THE ROAD” in the Promotion Court area of Southlake Mall. Network with other citizens, department representatives, elected officials and your county leaders, so you can learn about all the amazing resources that Clayton County has to offer, as well as the county’s digital equity initiative! The event is FREE and OPEN to the PUBLIC. For more information, call 770.477.3208 or visit www.claytoncountyga.gov.
The Office of Digital Equity will be available to assist you with applying for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a federally funded program that provides a $30/month discount on home internet or mobile service for qualified households.
Please bring required documents: Valid Identification, Proof of Income, and Proof of Participation in a Government Assistance Program.

*CANCELLED* ACP Sign-Up at Work Source Georgia Hiring Event
2023-10-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Work Source Georgia, 3000 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 350, Morrow, GA, 30260, United States

Using Technology to Promote Early Literacy
2023-10-19 16:00 - 19:00 | Technology Services & Training Center, 9181 Poston Road, Jonesboro, GA, 30238, United States
Technology Services & Training Center
9181 Poston Road
Jonesboro, GA 30238
Your Office of Digital Equity is excited to host Waterford Upstart for an early learning workshop for Pre-k students, their parents, and surrounding daycare centers in Clayton County.
Waterford Upstart is an at-home early learning program that provides tools, coaching, resources and free tablets for registered Pre-k students. A Waterford representative will be available to provide information and sign-up Clayton County families.
Registration is required. Refreshments will be provided, and we look forward to serving you.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.
If you are interested in receiving information about the program, but cannot attend in person, please email us at digital.equity@claytoncountyga.gov to request a Zoom login link.

*CANCELLED* ACP Sign-Up at Roll, Read & Feast
2023-10-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Library Headquarters, 865 Battle Creek Rd., Jonesboro, GA, 30236, United States
Headquarters Library
865 Battle Creek Road
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Your Office of Digital Equity will be available to provide you with information about our digital equity initiative and to assist you with applying for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a federally funded program that provides a $30/month discount on home internet or mobile phone service for qualified households. Please visit our table, we look forward to assisting you. Required documents for ACP application: valid identification, proof of income, and/or proof of participation in a government assistance program. For more information about the ACP, please visit our Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) page.
