We are so excited to host broadband leaders and advocates at the 2024 Bipartisan Tech Conference in Washington, DC on April 17th!

Tickets are free but limited, so please reserve your spot today! eventbrite.com/e/2024-biparti…

Spring has sprung and it's Cherry Blossom season in Washington, DC. If you're in town for to see the blooms, stay for Bipartisan Tech 2024!

Learn more about Bipartisan Tech and secure your seat here: nextcenturycities.org/bipartisantech/

Two days left to take advantage of early bird pricing for #BipartisanTech ‼️

Get your tickets today! Register at lnkd.in/ej8wTnzf

#BroadbandForAll #DigitalEquity #BroadbandAccess

In 'Brick by Brick: HBCUs Are Using the Connecting Minority Communities Pilot Program to Fortify the Communities That They Serve,' NCC's Brittany-Rae Gregory, Ph.D. highlights how HBCUs in the NTIA pilot program are using their funds.

Read it here: lnkd.in/dicQK4QW

Local leaders, consider becoming an American Connection Corps host site for their 2024-2025 cohort! Host sites will receive the year-long capacity of ACC AmeriCorps members, as they tackle digital divide challenges locally. Learn more here: lnkd.in/gnszWURg

During #BlackHistoryMonth , Next Century Cities is proud to honor the work of Black leaders in broadband. Former The FCC Commissioner Mignon Clyburn is dedicated to advancing initiatives, research and policies that will ultimately help close the digital divide.

Today NCC released a series of 56 State Broadband one pagers that spotlight a diverse range of local communities and highlight efforts and reports showcasing targeted strategies to bring residents online.

Utilize this rich resource today! nextcenturycities.org/state-broadban…

TOMORROW | Kick off our first Broadband Bookclub with Dr. Christopher Ali as he chats about his new book 'Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural Connectivity.'

Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

NCC's Executive Director Andy Stutzman with fellow 'Municipal Partnerships' panelists (Jess Ross, James Jack, and Allison Strobel) at today's Digitunity AFTRR Conference. The conversation offered insights on collaborative models and their tangible benefits.

Hey #NetInclusion24 - On my way to Philly now to rep South Bend Innovation & Technology City of South Bend and talk #digitalequity with these fine partners. Come to our panel on 2/14! See you soon, GFiber NDIA Next Century Cities!

The Next Century Cities team can't wait to see you at #NetInclusion24 . NCC's Ryan Johnston and Andy Stutzman are speaking on panels on days 1 and 2 of the conference.

Be sure to stop by our chats and/or say 'hi' when you see us in the halls!

We can't wait to see you at Bipartisan Tech, which includes a day on Capitol Hill and opportunities for broadband researchers to share their work. Stay tuned for additional details about speakers, panels, and networking opportunities.

Register here today: bit.ly/49kfJkx

Next Century Cities would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest member municipality, City of Philadelphia. Philadelphia leaders and advocates are doing great work to connect, educate and provide resources for residents. We are glad to help support. #NCCMemberNews

California has a robust community of digital equity champions. This was clear during our visit to the statewide meeting hosted by CADE & FCDI at the Digital Equity Summit LA hosted by CCF & DELA. #DELA24 #DigitalEquity #BroadbandAccess #TimeIsNow
nextcenturycities.org/next-century-c…

CATCHUP WEBCAST 10am ET Next Century Cities 'Digital Equity Planning: Past, Present, and Future' #DigitalEquity #BEAD #ACP NTIA Grace Tepper Benton Institute for Broadband & Society Amy Huffman NDIA Brian Donoghue City of Boston Leah Mims TNECD isoc.live/17269 @isocdc

⏰ The clock is ticking, Congress. Join us on #DontDisconnectUS Day by calling your representative and urging them to #FundACP before $$ runs out this April.

Act now at dontdisconnectus.org.

⏳The countdown starts now.

1 in 6 households will be notified today that the #ACP is ending as early as April, so join us in calling Congress to say #DontDisconnectUS .

📞 Learn how to take action: dontdisconnectus.org.

ICYMI | Yesterday NCC hosted a Digital Equity Planning webinar with a dynamic group of broadband experts weighing in on state digital equity plans.

Watch the full webinar here: youtube.com/watch?v=4GKoDI…

TOMORROW | Join NBRH experts as they review state digital equity plan highlights, successful coalition-building strategies, and how local leaders can prepare for Digital Equity Capacity Building and Competitive Grant Programs.

Register today: bit.ly/3RSTafF

Our latest news bulletin is hot off the press! We dive into preparing for the #ACPWindDown , #BipartisanTech 2024, the new NCC Book Club, and much more! Check it out. campaignlp.constantcontact.com/em/11180923119…