MEET YOUR ADVOCATES
In this profile series, we showcase people immersed in Digital Equity in Washington State thereby getting a better sense of what motivates them to take on this work and a glimpse into their personal perspectives on Digital Equity. Though our aim was to showcase a breadth of roles, people, and organizations engaged in this work, this series is far complete. Please consider this offering a mere sampling of the many advocates who are aiming to make communication systems and services equitable for all in our region.
Kara Adams
Co-lead of UW Bothell’s Digital Scholars Program for first generation students reflects on the program.
Itzetl Vixtha Teoba
Former UW Bothell digital scholar and current student assistant for the Digital Scholars Program at UWB for First-generation and pre-major students.
Merrill Jeffery
Manager of Digital Navigation Services for Goodwill reflects on the early successes for a statewide Digital Equity initiative.
Rayanna Tensley
Rayanna Tensley shares her vision of Digital Equity in Washington State.
Will Booth
Program Manager, T3 Tribal Technology Initiative talks about Digital Equity in Washington State’s tribal communities.
Reese Tanimura
Seattle arts leader puts a cultural lens on Digital Equity
Candelaria Mendoza
Executive Director, Yakima Valley Libraries
Nancy Chang
Director of Digital Navigation Services, Goodwill of the Olympics and Rainier Region
Meira Jough
Meira Jough gives a personal definition of Digital Equity and explains initiatives by the City of Seattle.
Yani Cisneros
Bilingual Small Business Support Specialist, Yakima County Development Association
Aishah Bomani
Digital Equity Program Manager, Seattle Public Schools
Jaime Pena
Digital Equity Coordinator at Jefferson County Library describes services at the library