The UK's new Financial Inclusion Strategy is here, and is a major step forward. Are we finally bridging the digital divide in financial services? Read more at: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/financial-and-digital-inclusion

You may have heard the myths about artificial intelligence... Our video below separates fact from fiction and shows you why AI isn't as scary (or perfect) as you think. Learn more with the AI Gateway - our new free, interactive learning platform at https://learning.goodthingsfoundation.org/ai.

#GetOnlineWeek may be over, but the mission continues - bridging the digital divide, one click at a time. Thanks to everyone who joined us this week, there were over 1,000 events across the UK in just 7 days that made more people feel more confident and safe online!

As the Prime Minister said, this #GetOnlineWeek we’re reminding everyone that digital inclusion must be baked in — not bolted on

Vick shares handy tips to get the most from your phone’s camera 📸 Check out our free #GetOnlineWeek guides 👉 https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-resources/learning-guides/try-one-thing-guides

AI shouldn’t leave anyone behind! 🌐 This #GetOnlineWeek, help everyone get confident and connected. Explore the free AI Gateway to build skills and use AI safely at https://learning.goodthingsfoundation.org/ai.

This #GetOnlineWeek digital inclusion hubs across the whole country will be hosting an array of events with the aim to help people take practical steps to build their confidence and independence navigating the online world. Thank you to all the network hubs for all their support!

This #GetOnlineWeek, we're helping people build confidence being online. Explore online safety topics on our free digital skills platform, Learn My Way 👉 https://www.learnmyway.com/explore-the-subjects/safety-and-security-online

Stay safe online with tips from Hafsha, a digital inclusion hub manager. This #GetOnlineWeek, explore our free guides to navigate the digital world 👉 https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-resources/learning-guides/try-one-thing-guides

We were thrilled to kick off #GetOnlineWeek at the House of Lords with Minister Liz Lloyd CBE, our strategic partners and representatives from digital inclusion hubs to celebrate shifting the dial on digital inclusion. Let's make this #GetOnlineWeek the biggest yet!

Over a third of UK adults feel less confident going online since the rise of AI. But 3 in 5 adults say support or training would help them. Read more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/our-news/our-news-2025/good-things-foundation-ai-confidence-gap-research. #GetOnlineWeek

Want to get started with AI? Check out these handy top tips! #GetOnlineWeek is all about ensuring everyone is included in a digital future! 💻 Explore our free downloadable guides at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-resources/learning-guides/try-one-thing-guides.

We’re calling on government to be bold and drive systemic action on digital inclusion. Read our policy asks at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/bake-in-dont-bolt-on-digital-inclusion-policy-asks-2025.

We believe the UK Government should seize big moments for big impact and lead cross-sector action. Read our policy asks at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/bake-in-dont-bolt-on-digital-inclusion-policy-asks-2025.

Meet the AI Gateway - free learning for everyone! AI brings opportunities but some worry about being left behind. Learn at your pace on our interactive platform that helps you understand and build confidence with AI in daily life. Explore at: https://learning.goodthingsfoundation.org/ai.

The @libdems.org.uk party conference is done - @teamlabouruk.bsky.social and Conservative party conferences to go! Several Good Things staff members will be in Liverpool for the Labour event. Find out more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/policy-and-research/at-political-party-conferences.

How do we join the dots between tackling child poverty & digital exclusion in Scotland? Read my guest blog for @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social 👉 bit.ly/TrussellGood...

We’re calling on government to close digital inclusion gaps and expand the National Digital Inclusion Network's vital work. Read more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/bake-in-dont-bolt-on-digital-inclusion-policy-asks-2025.

Our Director of Evidence and Engagement, Dr Emma Stone, is at the @libdems.org.uk party conference in Bournemouth with a tote-ally simple message... Digital inclusion should be #BakedInNotBoltedOn! Watch the video below to find out more! ⬇️

This week marks the start of the major party conference season! We'll be there championing digital inclusion across government. First up is the @libdems.org.uk party conference in Bournemouth! Find out more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/policy-and-research/at-political-party-conferences

Our founder and CEO, Helen Milner OBE, has announced her retirement in Spring 2026. She says: “Good Things is a wonderful organisation with a clear mission and strategy, full of dedicated people. 2026 is a good time to pass the leadership into new hands”. Read more: bit.ly/3I0tj4L.

Before last year’s UK General Election, Mayor Burnham highlighted how vital digital connectivity is for accessing essentials like public services. We’re calling for digital inclusion to be embedded into service transformation. Read our policy asks at https://bit.ly/3Vk3tM1.

Wondering where we'll be at this year's Party Conferences? We'll be at the Liberal Democrats, Labour and then Conservative party conferences - championing digital inclusion. Find out more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/policy-and-research/at-political-party-conferences

Last year, we spoke with @labourtogether.bsky.socials Kirsty Innes about AI. Learn more about our new policy asks, which include AI, at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/bake-in-dont-bolt-on-digital-inclusion-policy-asks-2025.

It's nearly time for party conference season... Discover our policy priorities for a digitally inclusive UK below or at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/bake-in-dont-bolt-on-digital-inclusion-policy-asks-2025.

Our Group Chief Executive, @helenmilner.bsky.social has been named one of UKtech50 2025 - @computerweekly.bsky.social's top 10 most influential people in technology. Read Helen's quote below or to find out more, visit www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/our....

Celebrating progress and making new connections at our annual House of Lords Reception. Thank you to all who launched Digital Nation 2025 with us yesterday - we know there is so much more to do, but together we can fix the digital divide. Visit our LinkedIn page for more photos!

What's the state of our digital nation? We've released our annual Digital Nation to show at what's happening in the digital exclusion landscape in 2025. To see the full picture, visit www.goodthingsfoundation.org/policy-and-r....

📢 New from the @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social: Tackling Data Poverty: Innovation and Collaboration explores how tech and systemic change can close the digital divide. Proud to see APLE featured! 📘 Read the report & blog: www.goodthingsfoundation.org/policy-and-r...

We’ve worked with @liverpooluni.bsky.social, VodafoneThree and Deloitte on a playbook that will help you think about how your organisation can implement an IT reuse programme that promotes both circularity and digital inclusion. Find the playbook at reuseforgoodplaybook.org.

We are proud to have collaborated with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, VodafoneThree and Deloitte to develop the IT Reuse for Good Charter. The Charter will change lives in the UK - giving the gift of digital inclusion, whilst also reducing e-waste.

Together with @liverpooluni.bsky.social, @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social and Nuffield Foundation, we've developed a single Minimum Digital Living Standard (MDLS) -a benchmark on what households need to be digitally included. Find out what the MDLS for UK households is in 2025 here tinyurl.com/3aw2d2mv

We've engaged over one million people with digital inclusion support - thanks to the National Digital Inclusion Network and our partners. 🎉 But, our mission is far from over; millions in the UK still face digital exclusion. Join us 20-26 October for Get Online Week 2025.

Learn My Way is our free online learning tool. The platform helps people gain basic digital skills and build confidence using the internet. There are hundreds of topics to choose from! Discover more about Learn My Way at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/our-services....

The National Device Bank is a secure, sustainable and socially responsible solution for organisations to dispose of their unused IT equipment. The tech is refurbished by accredited refurbishment organisation, Reconome. Learn more at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/our-services...

The National Databank is like a food bank - but for mobile data. Hubs in the National Digital Inclusion Network provide free mobile SIM cards for people who can’t access or afford the internet. Find out more about the National Databank at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/our-services....

Our Director of Evidence and Engagement, Dr Emma Stone, explores deep poverty and digital exclusion in the below blog on the @resolvepoverty.org website. Read it at www.resolvepoverty.org/deep-poverty....

"Digital inclusion needs to be baked in, not bolted on." We respond to the UK Government’s Spring Statement. Read what @helenmilner.bsky.social, Group Chief Executive of Good Things Foundation, said in full in the image below ⬇️

The National Digital Inclusion Network is made up of thousands of local community partners. These digital inclusion hubs, across the UK, deliver a range of free services to help their community get online. Learn more about the Network at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/our-services....

The UK generates 1652 million kilograms of electronic waste (e-waste). 2 million young people across the UK lack access to a learning device (a laptop or desktop computer). Find out below how you can support digitally excluded people and the planet too. 🌍 #GlobalRecyclingDay

We are thrilled to announce our official partnership with Connected North 2025! On 23-24th April, senior leaders from across the digital economy will gather in Manchester. Use code ‘GTF15OFF’ to SAVE 15% on your tickets. Learn more at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/eve....

Have your say on the future of digital inclusion 📢 Government is calling for evidence on what works for #DigitalInclusion - from digital skills to device access & local support. Find out more at www.gov.uk/government/c....

The National Digital Inclusion Network is made up of local community partners, all working to tackle digital exclusion. We're looking for Network Engagement volunteers to help us keep in touch with these hubs. Find out more at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/workin....

Did you know Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help you write things like a letter or a job application? It's a great way to help you get started. Click the link below to watch our video and learn more about AI ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBeP... #NCW2025

Digital inclusion is firmly on the national agenda, creating an opportunity to share learning, scale and drive action to #FixTheDigitalDivide. Our What Works? Co-Lab initiative focuses on collaboration to share what works in the UK. Learn more at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/policy-and-r....

We work with our strategic partners, Virgin Media O2, @Vodafone, Nominet and Accenture, corporate partners and regional/local level partners to tackle digital exclusion. Together, we're helping to #FixTheDigitalDivide - for good. Explore our partnerships at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/partner.

Our Group CEO, @helenmilner.bsky.social responds to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology's new Digital Inclusion Action Plan. Read the full opinion piece at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/dig....

It is excellent to see digital inclusion on the national agenda. Public #Libraries play a vital role in closing the digital divide. We look forward to working with government and partners like @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social to help deliver this much-needed plan. www.gov.uk/government/n...

We tackle digital exclusion through the National Databank, National Device Bank and Learn My Way. These services are delivered by Digital Inclusion Hubs across the UK in the National Digital Inclusion Network. Discover more about our services at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/our-services.

We’re working to #FixTheDigitalDivide - for good. We want a world where everyone has the access, skills and confidence they need to benefit from digital. We’re on our way to supporting 1 million people to get online. Learn about our strategy at www.goodthingsfoundation.org/about/our-st....