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  • Seniors

BCS NLB Seniors

This initiative is led by Maureen Childs.
 

AIMS

- Safeguard and promote (within BCS and elsewhere) the digital inclusion and well-being of senior citizens.
- Raise awareness of IT-related green/climate/ecological/social/health issues relating to seniors.
- Monitor and report if government policies do not disadvantage seniors, but take their special needs into account.
- Support BCS and seniors try to make IT good for society. 
 

FIELDS OF INTEREST

Areas to be considered could include:

 - Availability of continuing education with safe access to the Internet.
 - Bridging the divide between generations,
 - Provide advice and information to those who have not had the opportunity to upgrade their skills.