Digital Pathways

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The STEM Alliance’s Digital Pathway initiative works to bridge the digital divide in Westchester and beyond.

Annually, Digital Pathways connects over 1,500 adults, seniors, and teens to device ownership, internet access, and basic skills to bridge the digital divide in Westchester County and New York State.

Digital Equity Dashboard
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7,000+
clients served since August 2020

For individuals facing economic challenges, device ownership and reliable internet are essential for:​

  • Improved education

  • Improved healthcare access

  • Improved financial planning

  • Improved workforce development​​

You can view the long-term impact on our Digital Pathways clients on our Digital Equity Data Dashboard.

Implementation of our program is simple.
Digital Pathways deploys our trained Digital Navigator Corps to move people from an analog existence to participation in our digital world through digital tools and skills.

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Digital Access for All: Digital Pathways Stories

One woman’s journey to financial independence started with her determination and a Chromebook.

Karla received a free laptop from our Digital Pathways initiative and then joined our next Women Advancing Through Technology (WATT) cohort.

WATT brings together a cohort of women to learn new tech skills and advance their careers. Women learn tech skills in-person and remotely, make career plans, practice interviewing and networking, and, most importantly, create a supportive bond with each other.

With her computer and updated digital skills, Karla secured a spot in TESLA’s Start program.

Karla’s journey is one of thousands served by The STEM Alliance since 2020.

More about Digital Equity

  • Connect Westchester is a ​Westchester County digital equity initiative that is led primarily by The STEM Alliance in partnership with Westchester County Association to provide local digital equity and inclusion services to those in need across Westchester County.

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  • Our digital equity work is accomplished through partnerships with over 70 nonprofit, corporate and community organizations across Westchester County and the boroughs of New York City.

  • Through client and partner surveys and feedback, we regularly assess the efficacy of our Digital Pathways programs. See the results on our Data Dashboard

  • Looking for low-cost internet? See our helpful list of Internet Service Provider options.

  • Women Advancing Through Technology (WATT) is a coaching and sisterhood program that will unlock new career opportunities with basic tech skill certifications. Contact us to learn more.

Interested in learning more about our Digital Equity programs or partnering with us? Connect with us here.

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