COMMUNITY centres, groups and buildings in Bradford are wanted to host free online training sessions for people who are struggling to get to grips with the internet.
Future Digital Inclusion is a nationwide charity project – led locally by Rural Action Yorkshire – which covers basic skills such as sending e-mails, staying safe online, completing online forms, banking, shopping and job-hunting.
The training is pitched at absolute beginners, as well as learners who want to progress to a higher level, and is available until March.
James Russell, digital inclusion officer at Rural Action Yorkshire, said: “There is an increasing need for people to get online, whether to keep in touch with friends and family, to access public services, or for work.
“This need is especially pressing in rural areas, where farmers will soon be expected to carry out all their admin online, and where geographical isolation can make being connected online even more important.”
Anyone who can help provide a venue for the training, or anyone who wants to take part, can ring 0845 313 0270.
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