HP Inc. has announced the launch of the 2025 Digital Equity Accelerator, and its call for submissions.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by HP Media Relations which was made available to INFO DAILY.
The program aimed at bridging the global digital divide and build the future of work, focuses on equipping historically disconnected youths and adults with the critical skills needed to participate and thrive in an increasingly digital economy.
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HP has strategically selected countries to address specific digital equity gaps, including Greece, Indonesia, Nigeria, and Spain.
According to the statement, applications are open for qualified organizations in the four selected countries, with a deadline of February 12, 2025. Selected nonprofits will receive a grant of $100,000, HP technology worth $100,000, and six months of programmatic support to scale digital equity solutions.
The Digital Equity Accelerator is a joint initiative between HP Inc. and the HP Foundation, aimed at addressing the growing digital divide that limits equal access to educational and economic opportunities. Since its inception in 2022, the Accelerator has helped 27 participating organizations expand their reach by more than 9 million people.
“We believe in harnessing technology to drive positive, lasting change, and we are dedicated to closing the digital divide for youth and adults who have been historically disconnected from digital access,” said Michele Malejki, Global Head of Social Impact, HP Inc., and Director, HP Foundation.
The 2025 Digital Equity Accelerator has evolved to focus on equipping youth and adults with critical skills needed to participate and thrive in an increasingly digital economy.
In Nigeria, for instance, despite having Africa’s largest Information and Communications Technology (ICT) market, only 28% of the population uses the internet, leaving many youth without employment or education opportunities.
The Digital Equity Accelerator is part of HP’s commitment to accelerating digital equity for 150 million people by 2030. Since 2021, HP has reached 45 million people through its digital equity initiatives.
HP’s commitment to digital equity and sustainable impact is reflected in its efforts to bridge the digital divide and support economic inclusion. The Digital Equity Accelerator remains a cornerstone of this effort, investing in nonprofits to scale innovative solutions and create a more connected and inclusive world.
Applicants can apply via this
Registration link: https://digitalequityaccelerator.elwis.cloud/registration
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