Wow! VERY cool tool to help with the initial planning of a network to bring #Internet access to a community with a community-centered focus:
(look at "Quick Start Guide" in upper right)
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The Community Network Builder is an application that helps you estimate and understand the cost of building and operating a community network anywhere in the world.
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Great resource for people to plan the economics.
WEBCAST MAR 19 β High-Density, High Impact: Connecting Apartment Buildings, Public Housing and Multi-Dwelling Units
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On Thursday March 19, 2026, at 12pm - 1pm EDT (16:00-17:00 UTC) the American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) and the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) Community Broadband Networks Initiative will host a webinar 'High-Den
In 2025, organisations also celebrated the passage of the Konektadong Pinoy Act.
Civil society groups advocated for this bill, which is a game-changer in expanding connectivity and addressing the needs of underserved communities.
>>> A new edition of the #CommunityNetworks Newsletter is out! Youβll find news and resources from a growing movement that puts communities at the forefront of efforts to bridge the digital divide.
---> β‘οΈ Discover actions where #gender, #advocacy, #sustainability, and #environmentaljustice are also key focuses for those committed to community-grounded connectivity.
π Join in here: https://www.apc.org/en/news/community-networks-newsletter-lessons-and-challenges-communities-balancing-power
And follow along by subscribing to receive it monthly: π https://crm.apc.org/form/community-networks-and-local-acc
How do we bridge the digital divide in Asia? π
By linking community-centred connectivity with social entrepreneurship! In Asia, APC member ISEA is leading this shift through a new course and community of practice.
A pilot workshop brought together stakeholders from across the region to advocate for policies that support local innovation and meaningful access. π€
π Read more: https://www.apc.org/en/blog/seeding-change-new-framework-address-digital-divide-asia-0
#DigitalInclusion #Asia #CommunityNetworks #Recap #SeedingChange
>>> At #COP30, the Local Networks (LocNet) initiative β led by APC & Rhizomatica β highlighted how community-centred connectivity and socio-environmental justice can reinforce each other.
----> In partnership with Rede Wayuri, of popular communicators in the Amazon, four episodes of Eco Sound Bites amplified the voices of local organisations reflecting on connectivity, communication and technology.
π More here: https://www.apc.org/en/news/eco-sound-bites-cop30-interview-series-brings-local-voices-reflect-connectivity-communication
>>> The call for narratives on community-centred connectivity initiatives and environmental justice is still open. Share your stories, case studies or reflections in this intersection, joining the call and sending your proposals before 31 January.
----> Read more about the call hereπ https://www.apc.org/en/news/open-call-narratives-community-centred-connectivity-initiatives-and-environmental-justice
#CommunityNetworks #EnvironmentalJustice #callfornarratives
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RECORDING β NYC Mesh 2025 Year End Review
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On December 16, 2025, NYC Mesh convened its final monthly org meeting of 2025. Matt Boyd hosted a "year in review" presentation of the different projects and activities the mesh has done this year.
TOPICS
0:00 Intro & 2025 Stats
1:32 Grand Street Guild Projects
3:40 Prospect Heights Hub
6:44 Vernon Hub Updates
8:24 Belmo
>>> Open call for narratives on community-centred connectivity initiatives and environmental justice
We invite you to share reflections, case studies and stories about community-centred connectivity initiatives and local service platforms.
----> Send your pitch by 31 January 2026:
The new edition of the #CommunityNetworks Newsletter offers a balanced reflection on the progress made toward digital inclusion, as well as the challenges that remain.
----> Discover stories and insights that highlight these advancesβ on enabling policies, gendered experiences, a call for narratives on digital inclusion and environmental care, and other resources including research, funding opportunities, events, and more.
Read the full edition here π https://www.apc.org/.../community-networks-newsletter
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Dan York
Joly MacFie
APC