Team

Community Connectivity Champions

Community Connectivity Champions are the heart of the Connectivity Compass initiative. These dedicated local leaders drive the mission to enhance digital connectivity and literacy within their communities.

This project is still in concept phase so it is expected that the role of the Community Connectivity Champion will evolve through iterations of pilot sites. However it is expected that the role of the Community Connectivity Champion to be a conduit with the following goals.

Identify Connectivity Challenges: Champions engage with community members to understand their unique digital connectivity issues.
Facilitate Access to Resources: They connect communities with essential programs and resources that address their specific needs.
Promote Digital Literacy: Champions lead efforts to improve digital skills, ensuring everyone can participate fully in the digital world.
Foster Community Engagement: By organising events and workshops, they bring people together to share knowledge and collaborate on solutions.
Benchmark Connectivity Levels: Using the Connectivity Compass tools, they assess and benchmark current connectivity levels to identify gaps and areas for improvement.
Work with Stakeholders: Work with local and regional stakeholders to identify opportunities and programs that can meet the communities requirements and provide a crucial link between the community and central coordination, ensuring resources are effectively distributed and utilised.

In the next phase of the project, we will be calling for expressions of interest for new Community Connectivity Champions.

Our values

The Connectivity Compass team is guided by the core values of Inclusivity, Collaboration, Innovation, Empowerment, Resilience, and Transparency. These values are essential for creating a holistic approach to digital connectivity. Inclusivity ensures that all community members have equal access to digital resources. Collaboration fosters partnerships across sectors to pool resources and expertise. Innovation drives the development of cutting-edge solutions to bridge the digital divide. Empowerment equips communities with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in the digital age. Resilience ensures communities can adapt and recover from digital challenges. Transparency promotes openness, accountability, and trust. Together, these values help build inclusive, connected, and resilient communities

Inclusivity

We believe that everyone deserves equal access to digital resources and opportunities.

How we live this value

Community Engagement: Actively engage with all community members, especially those in remote and underserved areas, to understand their unique connectivity challenges.
Tailored Solutions: Develop and implement solutions that address the specific needs of diverse communities, ensuring no one is left behind.
Accessibility: Ensure that all programs and resources are accessible to people with disabilities and those with limited digital literacy.

Collaboration

We recognise that the best solutions come from working together across different sectors and communities.

How we live this value

Partnerships: Foster strong partnerships with government bodies, private sector, academia, and local organisations to pool resources and expertise.
Teamwork: Encourage open communication and collaboration within the team and with external stakeholders.
Community Connectivity Champions: Empower local leaders to drive digital initiatives and act as liaisons between their communities and the Connectivity Compass team.

Innovation

We strive to develop and implement cutting-edge solutions to bridge the digital divide.

How we live this value

Continuous Improvement: Regularly update and refine the Connectivity Compass framework based on feedback and technological advancements.
Creative Problem-Solving: Encourage team members to think outside the box and develop innovative approaches to connectivity challenges.
Leveraging Technology: Use the latest technology and digital tools to enhance connectivity and deliver effective solutions.

Empowerment

We aim to empower communities with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive in the digital age.

How we live this value

Partnerships: Foster strong partnerships with government bodies, private sector, academia, and local organisations to pool resources and expertise.
Teamwork: Encourage open communication and collaboration within the team and with external stakeholders.
Community Connectivity Champions: Empower local leaders to drive digital initiatives and act as liaisons between their communities and the Connectivity Compass team.

Resilience

We are committed to building resilient communities that can adapt and thrive in the face of digital challenges.

How we live this value

Holistic Approach: Address all aspects of connectivity, including infrastructure, digital skills, and access to resources, to ensure comprehensive support.
Sustainable Solutions: Focus on long-term, sustainable solutions that will continue to benefit communities even after initial implementation.
Preparedness: Help communities develop strategies to maintain connectivity during crises and quickly recover from disruptions.

Transparency

We value openness and honesty in all our operations and communications.

How we live this value

Clear Communication: Provide regular updates and clear information to all stakeholders about our projects and progress.
Accountability: Maintain high standards of accountability in our initiatives, ensuring that our actions align with our commitments.
Feedback Mechanisms: Encourage and act on feedback from community members and stakeholders to continuously improve our processes and outcomes.