Clayton County's Digital Equity Initiative

Protect Your Financial Identity: Credit Report & Scores Workshop
2023-11-21 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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
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.

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
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.

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.

1st Annual Clayton County Office of Digital Equity Youth Empowerment Summit
2023-10-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Technology Services & Training Center, 9181 Poston Road, Jonesboro, GA, 30238, United States
Technology Services & Training Center
9181 Poston Road
Jonesboro, GA 30238
Join us on October 7, 2023 as we close out Digital Inclusion Week 2023 (#DIW2023). We want to dedicate one day during #DIW2023 to pour into our Clayton County youth (K-12), and let their voices be heard. During this event, we will provide information about digital career paths like fiber installation and Cybersecurity, we will discuss the importance of digital literacy, and we will provide school supplies, certificate scholarships for technology programs, laptops, tablets and more.
Due to limited space, we will only be accepting 25 registrations, one per household, for students in a Clayton County K-12 school, for the laptop giveaway and workshop from 10:00am – 12:00pm. (For example, if you have two children attending a K-12 Clayton County school, only one can be registered for the giveaway.) Households that have never received a free device from a Clayton County Office of Digital Equity event are eligible to register. Please register to attend at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/claycoflw.
From 12:00pm – 3:00pm, we will continue the event with lunch, presentations and more giveaways. All are welcome to attend. We look forward to seeing you on October 7th at our Technology Services & Training Center.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.
#Access4Clayton | #ClaytonCountyDigitalEquity | #Claytonconnected

*RESCHEDULED* Using Technology to Promote Early Literacy
2023-10-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Technology Services & Training Center, 9181 Poston Road, Jonesboro, GA, 30238, United States
***THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023, FROM 4:00pm TO 7:00pm***
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.

Protect Your Financial Identity: Credit Report & Scores Workshop
2023-10-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Technology Services & Training Center, 9181 Poston Road, Jonesboro, GA, 30238, United States
Technology Services & Training Center
9181 Poston Road
Jonesboro, GA 30238
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.
There will be 2 sessions available. Please check your schedule, and plan to join us at either 01:00pm – 01:45pm or 02:00pm – 02:45pm. You are welcome to attend both sessions if you’d like. All residents are invited to attend, regardless of their banking institution. Light refreshments will be provided.
Registration is limited and required.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

A Letter to Congress: "Dear Congressman Scott"
2023-10-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Technology Services & Training Center, 9181 Poston Road, Jonesboro, GA, 30238, United States
Technology Services & Training Center
9181 Poston Road
Jonesboro, GA 30238
Join the Office of Digital Equity in writing letters to Congressman Scott, regarding the importance of continuing to fund the Affordable Connectivity Program, or ACP. The ACP is a federal subsidy of $30/month for low-income households that began in early 2022, to lower the cost of home internet or cell phone service. It is projected that ACP funding will be exhausted in early to mid 2024, with no current legislation proposed to continue the program. We need the ACP! Come and write with us!
In-person registration is limited and required. If you would like to participate, but are not unable to attend in person, please email us at digital.equity@claytoncountyga.gov to request a Zoom login. Light refreshments will be served.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

ACP Sign-Up at Sonna Singleton Gregory Senior Center
2023-10-05 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
What would Digital Inclusion Week be without an opportunity to sign up for the Affordable Connectivity Program? Your Office of Digital Equity will be available to provide information and 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/or Proof of Participation in a Government Assistance Program.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

Project #Certify
2023-10-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Forest Park Library, 4812 West Street, Forest Park, GA, United States
Forest Park Library
4812 West Street
Forest Park, GA 30297
Post COVID-19, work-from-home technology careers are in high demand. Are you a young adult, age 17 and up, living in Clayton County, and seeking to pursue a technology related career? We are so excited to be hosting our partners at The Path, to provide information on their current certificate program offerings.
Registration is limited and required. Registrants will be entered into a drawing to receive a scholarship for one of The Path’s many certifications and a free laptop. Light refreshments will be provided.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

Proclamation: "Digital Inclusion Week 2023"
2023-10-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Clayton County Board of Commissioners, 112 Smith Street, Jonesboro, GA, 30236, United States
Clayton County Board of Commissioners
112 Smith Street
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Join us at the Clayton County Board of Commissioners Regular Business Meeting for the presentation of the 2023 Digital Inclusion Week Proclamation.

2022 Digital Inclusion Week Proclamation Presentation

Protect Your Digital Identity
2023-10-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Technology Services & Training Center, 9181 Poston Road, Jonesboro, GA, 30238, United States
Technology Services & Training Center
9181 Poston Road
Jonesboro, GA 30238
It’s easy to stay safe online when you’re able to recognize digital red flags. Join our Cybersecurity partners as they discuss tips and methods to keep you protected when using technology, including cell phones, tablets, laptops and personal computers.
Registration is limited and required. Light refreshments will be served.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

ACP Sign-Up at South Clayton Recreation Center
2023-10-02 16:00 - 19:00 | South Clayton Recreation Center, 1837 McDonough Rd., Hampton, GA, 30228, United States
South Clayton Recreation Center
1837 McDonough Road
Hampton, GA 30228
What would Digital Inclusion Week be without an opportunity to sign up for the Affordable Connectivity Program? Your Office of Digital Equity will be available to provide information and 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/or Proof of Participation in a Government Assistance Program.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

Protect Your Financial Identity: Credit Report & Scores Workshop
2023-10-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Technology Services & Training Center, 9181 Poston Road, Jonesboro, GA, 30238, United States
Technology Services & Training Center
9181 Poston Road
Jonesboro, GA 30238
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.
There will be 2 sessions available. Please check your schedule, and plan to join us at either 10:00am – 10:45am or 11:00am – 11:45am. You are welcome to attend both sessions if you’d like. All residents are invited to attend, regardless of their banking institution. Light refreshments will be provided.
Registration is limited and required.
Masks are not required, but are recommended.

2023 Digital Inclusion Week: Light It Up Teal!
2023-10-02 08:00 - 2023-10-07 17:00 | Technology Services & Training Center, 9181 Poston Road, Jonesboro, GA, 30238, United States
Technology Services & Training Center
9181 Poston Road
Jonesboro, GA 30238
Join us for the week long celebration of National Digital Inclusion Week, from October 2 – 7, 2023. We will be raising awareness, increasing outreach in the community, celebrating digital equity wins and providing free information and giveaways for our residents. View our calendar of events and register to attend an event. Registration is limited and required for all events.
If you’re in the neighborhood during Digital Inclusion Week, make sure you drive by to see our office. We are “lighting it up teal” for Digital Inclusion Week!
Schedule of Events for the Week
Monday, October 2, 2023 – 10:00am – 12:00pm, Protect Your Financial Identity: Credit Report & Scores Workshop
Monday, October 2, 2023 – 04:00pm – 07:00pm, ACP Sign-Up at South Clayton Recreation Center
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 – 01:00pm – 03:00pm, Protect Your Digital Identity
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 – 06:30pm – 07:30pm, BOC Proclamation: Digital Inclusion Week 2023
Wednesday, October 4, 2023 – 09:00am – 11:00am, Project #Certify
Thursday, October 5, 2023 – 09:00am – 12:00pm, ACP Sign-Up at Sonna Singleton Gregory Senior Center
Friday, October 6, 2023 – 09:00am – 12:00pm, Letter to Congress: Dear Congressman Scott
Friday, October 6, 2023 – 01:00pm – 03:00pm, Protect Your Financial Identity: Credit Report & Scores Workshop
Friday, October 6, 2023 – 04:00pm – 07:00pm, Using Technology to Promote Early Literacy
Saturday, October 7, 2023 – 10:00am – 03:00pm, 1st Annual Youth Empowerment Summit

*CANCELLED* Protecting Your PC Training
2023-09-29 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 Protecting Your PC training. This course will cover the basics of keeping your device safe, physically and virtually, as well as tips on browsing the internet safely and sending and receiving emails safely. You are welcome to bring your own laptop, but laptops will be available at the training location.

*CANCELLED* Navigating Your iPhone/iPad Training
2023-09-28 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 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.

ACP Sign-Up at Forest Park Library
2023-09-27 14:30 - 17:30 | Forest Park Library, 4812 West Street, Forest Park, GA, United States
Forest Park Library
4812 West Street
Forest Park, GA 30297
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.

ACP Sign-Up at Work Source Georgia Hiring Event
2023-09-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Work Source Georgia, 3000 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 350, Morrow, GA, 30260, United States

*CANCELLED* Microsoft Excel Training
2023-09-27 10:30 - 13:30 | 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 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.
