National education charity The Smith Family is highlighting the urgent need for more to be done in addressing the digital divide this Anti-Poverty Week (12 -18 October). Students experiencing disadvantage continue to lack access to digital devices and digital skill development opportunities, including AI literacy – two critical barriers to educational success and future employment.
The Smith Family is working to close this gap through its partnership with WorkVentures, which provides donated and refurbished laptops to students through the National Device Bank.
The Smith Family remains committed to ensuring every Learning for Life student is digitally included – with access to a device, internet, and the skills to use them effectively. To donate and help close the digital divide for students, visit thesmithfamily.com.au. To learn more about supporting the National Device Bank visit nationaldevicebank.org.au.