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DARTMOUTH:<\/strong> GEO Nova Scotia (Getting Everyone Online) is thrilled to announce the launch of GEO Forum 2024, Nova Scotia’s first-ever virtual digital inclusion conference. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This highly anticipated event, set for October 9, 2024, will bring together thought leaders, community advocates, policymakers, and industry professionals from across Nova Scotia to discuss strategies and share insights on how to bridge the digital divide and build a more inclusive, digitally connected province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Digital inclusion means that everyone, regardless of their background or geographic location, has the skills, tools, and connectivity necessary to thrive in an increasingly digital world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”31″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”192″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n GEO Forum 2024 will be a platform for cross-sector collaboration, inspiring initiatives, and meaningful conversations about how we can ensure that no Nova Scotian is left behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n “The GEO Forum is about bringing our community together to discuss digital inclusion, to learn from best practices locally and globally, and to highlight how Nova Scotia is becoming a leader in closing the digital divide,” said Matt Spurway, Executive Director of GEO Nova Scotia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n “We are excited to welcome government, businesses, and community partners to explore innovative solutions for digital inclusion together.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n ADVERTISEMENT;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate group=”6″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”34″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Event Highlights: This panel will explore Scotland’s success in building digital inclusion, sharing ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”222″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”92″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n 11:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM \u2013 Concurrent Sessions ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”206″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”169″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1:00 PM \u2013 2:00 PM \u2013 Concurrent Sessions
\u25cf Date: October 9, 2024
\u25cf Location: Online
Agenda Overview:
9:00 AM \u2013 10:30 AM \u2013 Opening Session (Plenary)
\u25cf Welcome + Opening Remarks by Hon. Colton LeBlanc, Minister of Cyber-Security and
Digital Solutions.
\u25cf Panel Discussion: Digital Inclusion in Scotland \u2013 What Can We Learn?
Host: Matt Spurway, Executive Director, GEO Nova Scotia
Featuring:
\u25cb Shona Munro & Dr. Irene Mackintosh, Directors, Mhor Collective
\u25cb Aaron Slater, Digital Participation Manager, SCVO
\u25cb Dr. Tara French, Digital Inclusion and Design Lead, Digital Health & Care
Scotland<\/p>\n\n\n\n
lessons on bridging the digital divide, and expanding digital skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u25cf Spotlight: Digital Inclusion and Community Services
Featuring Hon. Brendan Maguire, Minister of Community Services, on how digital access
is transforming essential services.
\u25cf Digital Inclusion & Mental Health Panel: Insights from mental health leaders on the
intersection of technology and well-being.
\u25cf Digital Inclusion & Seniors Panel: Challenges and opportunities related to seniors and
digital access.
\u25cf Digital Champions Training: Interactive workshop to become a certified Digital
Champion, supporting community members online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u25cf Spotlight: Digital Inclusion and Labour, Skills, and Immigration
Featuring Hon. Jill Balser, Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration, discussing digital
tools and workforce development.
\u25cf Digital Inclusion & Disability Panel: Exploring the challenges people with disabilities
face in accessing technology.
\u25cf Digital Inclusion & Homelessness Panel: Addressing the specific digital needs of
those experiencing homelessness.
\u25cf Digital Champions Training: Learn practical skills to support others in becoming
digitally included.
2:30 PM \u2013 3:30 PM \u2013 Concurrent Sessions
\u25cf Digital Inclusion and Education Panel: A discussion on the impact of digital exclusion
in the education sector.
\u25cf Digital Inclusion & Gender-Based Violence Panel: Perspectives on how digital access
affects gender-based violence initiatives.
\u25cf Digital Inclusion in Nova Scotia \u2013 What Does the Data Tell Us? Presentation
Hosted by Dr. Cari Patterson with insights from experts on the current digital inclusion
landscape.
\u25cf Digital Champions for Newcomers Training: A modified training session focusing on
supporting newcomers to Nova Scotia.
3:30 PM \u2013 4:00 PM \u2013 Plenary: Digital Inclusion and Emerging Technology
\u25cf Featuring Teri-Lynn Dempsey, owner of DataGuide Technologies, discussing emerging
digital inclusion technologies and their impact in Nova Scotia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n