STATEWIDE BROADBAND COMMUNITY EVENTS
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) is working towards bringing reliable, high-speed internet for all, along with advancing support and resources to improve digital access and skills to increase economic and social opportunities for all residents. To assist in this initiative, they scheduled a series of meetings and events, that took place across the state, set forth to enable and encourage deeper and continued input from residents, community organizations, and municipal and county representatives.
Throughout June, July, August, and September, there was over 20 in-person Community Conversations held across the state. These sessions were designed to engage members of the community in discussions about broadband use, experiences, and to provide information about the Commonwealth’s work to develop an actionable plan to ensure equitable, affordable broadband access for all residents, businesses, and communities.
If you are a community organization interested in hosting your own community conversation, the PBDA has created a “Meeting-in-a-box” toolkit for your use. This kit includes marketing materials, scripts, slides, and a survey to get feedback from communities. If you are interested in utilizing our “meeting-in-a-box” please contact Mary Markle.
