Description
The project addresses the lack of digital competence and skills among people from vulnerable groups: the Roma, the young and elderly people from small localities. So far the needs of these people to start using the Internet and the new technologies have not been addressed. The project aims at developing digital skills of the target groups to use the Internet, software programmes and electronic devices and thus empowering and supporting their social integration. First, the applicant’s network of volunteers will be expanded. Second, the needs of the target groups will be studied. Third, a tailored training programme for trainers will be prepared and 50 volunteers will be trained to work with the vulnerable groups. Finally, 500 people will be taught digital skills during 25 trainings. The project will benefit the target groups of vulnerable people, i.e. the Roma, the young and the elderly, as well as the community in general their difficulties and start solving them.
Summary of project results
The project addressed the lack of digital competence and skills among people from vulnerable groups: the Roma, the young and elderly people from small localities. As a result of the project 500 representatives of the vulnerable groups (young people from small localities, people from social care homes, the Roma and the elderly aged 65+ ) from small towns and villages acquired basic skills in digital technology. The participants can further develop their skills and knowledge. A network of 50 volunteers was set up to carry out the local trainings. The model of selection of target group members and the methodology based on which 25 trainings were held could be multiplied and used in the future.
Summary of bilateral results