Connie Frey Spurlock

Connie Frey Spurlock

DirectorDirector, Southern Illinois University Office of Community Engagement

All Sessions by Connie Frey Spurlock

St. Louis Digital Transformation 04/02/2025
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm

Track C - The Digital Navigator Experience: Expanding Access & Opportunities (Panel)

1st Floor

Digital Navigators are transforming how communities access technology, bridging the digital divide by providing critical support in broadband access, device adoption, and digital literacy. This panel will explore innovative models, programs, and outcomes of Digital Navigator initiatives, with a focus on how they are creating new economic and educational opportunities in rural and marginalized communities. Hear from experts on what’s working, how these programs are scaling, and why Digital Navigators are key to ensuring everyone can fully participate in an increasingly digital world.