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LTSC promotes information technology access and literacy in the communities and neighborhoods we serve in Little Tokyo and throughout Los Angeles. Through the community computer center locations of our DISKovery Center program, we offer technology classes in a safe and culturally-appropriate environment. LTSC also has developed community-based technology initiatives that include Wi-Fi hotspots in low-income neighborhoods to increase access to broadband, a computer recycling and distribution program, social media projects like digital storytelling and blogging, and technology support for other nonprofits.
We certainly don't (and can't) do all of this alone. We depend on a number of volunteers such as those in our Technology Advisory Committee to conceive of and develop many of our technology initiatives. If you are interested in supporting our work, please contact us.
LTSC promotes information technology access and literacy in the communities and neighborhoods we serve in Little Tokyo and throughout Los Angeles. Through the community computer center locations of our DISKovery Center program, we offer technology classes in a safe and culturally-appropriate environment. LTSC also has developed community-based technology initiatives that include Wi-Fi hotspots in low-income neighborhoods to increase access to broadband, a computer recycling and distribution program, social media projects like digital storytelling and blogging, and technology support for other nonprofits.
We certainly don't (and can't) do all of this alone. We depend on a number of volunteers such as those in our Technology Advisory Committee to conceive of and develop many of our technology initiatives. If you are interested in supporting our work, please contact us. |
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The DISKovery Center builds community through digital opportunities, and provides technology access to underserved youth, seniors, families, and adults through affordable computer classes and public access hours.
Students of all ages enroll in introductory to advanced level classes that cover a whole range of computer-based learning from basic computer skills to webpage development to digital video production. We train students at one of several computer labs in partnerships with community-based organizations in English, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. In addition to computer classes and workshops, the DISKovery Center also distributes donated and recycled computers to low income residents who have access to our free wireless networks. |
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 LTSC provides free wireless Internet access to our local neighborhood and to residents living in our affordable housing projects. Using a fiber optic connection provided by the Department of Water and Power, Little Tokyo Unplugged is a partnership with the City of Los Angeles and the Community Redevelopment Agency to provide free wireless access in most areas in Little Tokyo, including cafes, restaurants and public spaces. We also developed a blog to promote and discuss local community-based issues and events.
LTSC also operates free Wi-Fi networks in several apartments throughout Los Angeles. These networks provide basic levels of broadband access to residents who otherwise cannot afford Internet connections to seek job opportunities, housing information, government services, and homework assistance. |
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Non-Profit Technology Assistance and Support |
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LTSC is a founding member of the Asian Pacific American Network (APAnet), which provides computer technology services to Asian Pacific Islander American non-profit community-based organizations (CBOs) in the Los Angeles area. APAnet seeks to ensure equal access to communication technologies for community non-profits, providing affordable email accounts, web hosting, fundraising and membership database development, and other technical support services to local nonprofit groups.
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