What is the Switched on Communities Project?
Switched On Communities is a three year community investment programme funded
by DSGi, best known for their high street brands PC World and Currys. Through
Switched On Communities we hope to impact the lives of thousands of disabled
people, bringing within easy reach everyday tasks such as banking shopping,
communicating, education, volunteering and work opportunities.
Who is eligible to participate in the Switched On Communities Project?
Other Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations
What will you receive?
Through the Switched On Communities project we can provide you with: Training
showing you how to adapt computers to meet the needs of disabled users.
Resources - a range of keyboard and mouse alternatives, software to support
people with a range of disabilities and CD-ROMs with further information. Help
and support to identify the access needs of your learners Opportunities to link
with PC World
How Much will it cost?
The training, equipment and support are free to voluntary sector organisations.
All that we ask is that you provide us with reports on your beneficiary
numbers.
How do I find out more information about Switched On Communities?
For more information contact Nicky Walker email
nicolawalker@disabilityaction.org
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