Webinar: Internet Landscapes: Pathways to Expanding Public and Community Internet – Jun 18

Posted by Technology Learning Collaborative on June 9, 2026

We know that internet access today is essential, comparable to other basic utilities such as electricity and phone service. But despite efforts to advance digital equity, many Philadelphians still struggle to get access to reliable, affordable internet. Philly Community Wireless makes communities a part of the solution through its community internet model.  TLC and PCW spent the past year meeting with communities across Greater Philadelphia as part of an awareness and advocacy campaign to introduce them to the possibilities of community internet models in their neighborhoods.

In this webinar, you will learn:

• How PCW is expanding access to a growing number of underserved communities with its community internet model
• Common needs and barriers to internet access and how advocacy about community internet can address the digital divide
• Resources we have created to help community members understand their role in taking action to strengthen internet access in their own neighborhoods
• Ways to get involved in raising awareness about community internet models and continuing to build the PCW network in Philadelphia and beyond

Participants will come away from this event with a clear idea of what partnerships and resources are needed to expand public access and build towards community internet. To emphasize our findings and their impact, we will share a story about efforts taking place in Camden, NJ.

Register to join us on Zoom on Thursday, June 18, 10:00-11:00 AM.