Breaking Down Barriers to Technology

(5:00)

with Dan Noyes on Technology Access at Home

Posted

Feb 20, 2018

One in five Boston children do not have access to the internet when they go home. Tech Goes Home breaks down barriers to low income families by providing affordable access and training needed for 21st century success for both children and parents.

Hosted by: Jenny Johnson Produced by: Greater Boston Newsmakers Team

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