Stars of digital inclusion celebrated at special awards ceremony
The stars of digital inclusion were celebrated yesterday at a special ceremony in London.
The UK online centres awards recognised both people who’ve overcome barriers to get to grips with technology and change their lives, and the people who’ve helped them along the way.
Twenty-seven winners were whittled down from hundreds of nominations by a judging panel including representatives from Intel, Ofcom, Becta and the Learning and Skills Council.
They commended top UK online centres, outstanding outreach projects, the best support staff and users who had overcome barriers and used technology to make some amazing achievements and major changes to their lives.
UK online centres staff, volunteers and visitors gathered together with stakeholders in digital inclusion, technology, and skills in Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
The audience heard speeches from new Digital Inclusion Minister Paul Murphy MP, and TV presenter Andrea McLean, who between them handed out the Awards.
Speaking at the ceremony, Paul Murphy MP said: “Computers and the internet can open up whole new worlds, and getting the skills and support to use them at places like UK online centres really can change lives for the better.
“For some people here today learning about technology hasn’t just been useful, it’s been a lifeline, and for me it’s been further proof digital inclusion is now a necessity rather than an option. It’s been a privilege to be here and see digital inclusion delivery and support at its very best. The dedication, hard work and achievements of all today’s winners are certainly worthy of reward.”
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