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🌟 Celebrating Women's History Month 🌟 We’re proud to highlight BCIT's own shawnta privette, the first African-American woman to serve as Baltimore City’s Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) Technical Manager. Shawnta's dedication, vision, and leadership have made a lasting impact, both within our team and the broader Baltimore community. Shawnta's journey is an inspiring example of how resilience and hard work can break barriers and create lasting change. As a key member of BCIT, she continues to contribute to the growth and success of our office, ensuring our work makes a meaningful difference in Baltimore. Join us in celebrating Shawnta’s achievements and her ongoing commitment to excellence in public service.

Exciting insights from this article on Baltimore’s digital future! 🌐 The vision for enhanced connectivity and opportunity is not just relevant for Baltimore but serves as a model for urban areas. In our increasingly digital world, inclusive access to technology can drive innovation and economic growth. What are your thoughts on how cities can leverage digital advancements to foster community development? Let’s discuss!

🌟 BCIT was honored to participate in the Bureau of Risk Management's 1st Annual Women's History Month Panel Discussion, The Power of Risk: Women Leading Change, hosted by Acting Chief Shonkaye S. S.. 🌟   This event celebrated pioneering women making a significant impact in our city. Congratulations to all the trailblazing leaders recognized! 🎉   Special shoutout to BCIT's Director of Broadband and Digital Equity, Kenya Asli, recognized as a trailblazer for her dedication to positive change. 💪   Cheers to the fearless women shaping a brighter future! 🚀   #WomenInLeadership #Empowerment #ChangeMakers

There is a workforce board meeting on Friday, 3/21. The meeting is open to the public. Find out more about the Baltimore Workforce Development Board by going to www.baltoworkforce.com or contact Maya Koohkanrizi at [email protected]

🚨 New Report Alert! 📡✨ We’re proud to share Baltimore City’s latest Broadband & Digital Equity Progress Report, detailing the incredible strides we’re making to build a more connected, inclusive, and digitally empowered city. From expanding our municipal fiber network to forging new partnerships and closing the digital divide, this report showcases the impact of strategic infrastructure investments and community-centered planning. ✅ See how we’re: 🔹 Extending fiber infrastructure 🔹 Laying the groundwork for affordable high-speed internet 🔹 Advancing digital equity in underserved neighborhoods 🔹 Building capacity for sustainable, citywide broadband access 📖 Dive into the full report here: https://lnkd.in/etxMSaqw 💬 We welcome your thoughts, feedback, and collaboration opportunities as we continue to shape the future of digital equity in Baltimore.

We believe Baltimore is poised to set a national standard for digital connectivity. Check out how BCIT’s Director of Broadband and Digital Equity, Kenya Asli, envisions we get there.

Technology isn’t just for the young it’s for anyone with the curiosity to learn and the drive to grow. Our Legacy Learner program isn’t a computer class; it’s a revolution. We’re giving older adults the tools to navigate the digital world, not just to keep up, but to lead fuller, richer lives. Because innovation should include everyone. BaltimoreCityIT Baltimore RecNParks Disruption Meets Innovation.

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A big shoutout to Baltimore for being honored as a Digital Inclusion Trailblazer for a second consecutive year, and a round of applause to BCIT’s broadband and digital equity team for their dedicated work in closing the digital divide.

"The Dig­i­tal Equi­ty Fund is a tes­ta­ment to Bal­ti­more’s com­mit­ment to ensur­ing every res­i­dent has access to the tools and oppor­tu­ni­ties of the dig­i­tal age." – Kenya Asli Everyone should have access to technology and the skills to use it. Yet in Baltimore, 38% of low-income households lack a computer or can only access the internet through a smartphone. The Digital Equity Fund supports digital literacy and introduces new technology to youth and adults of all ages.