What is Get Online Week?
Get Online Week is the UK’s largest and longest-running digital inclusion campaign, run every year by Good Things Foundation.
In just one week, Get Online Week empowers tens of thousands of people with the skills and means to use the internet safely, confidently & affordably. This is only made possible through free local events hosted by community organisations across the UK.
This year Get Online Week is happening
Monday 14th – Sunday 20th October. We’re aiming to reach 25,000 digitally excluded people to help them understand and experience how getting online can help them become happier healthier and better off.
Why is Get Online Week Important?
In the UK today…
- 8.5 million people lack basic digital skills to use technology and the internet.
- 7.5 million working age adults don’t have the right level of digital skills for work.
- 3.7 million families aren’t equipped with the right level of connectivity at home.
- 2.4 million households can’t afford a mobile contract.
People who are disconnected due to lack of access or skills are digitally excluded. They’re locked out of our modern society and often experience loneliness, social & financial exclusion and poor health outcomes.
Our Events
We have a range of courses to test your online skills and boost your confidence using your devices to go online.
Interested? Click one of the courses on the right or click the image below to see our full range
Click a course to find out more information
Introducing the BBC Microbit
This hands-on, interactive workshop is designed to ignite your creativity and introduce you to the fascinating world of coding and electronics with the BBC Microbit.
Jump On Board
Jump On Board: during this workshop you will rotate through different digital skills ‘stations’ to learn essential tips and tricks including updating emergency contacts, adding calendar events and downloading apps.
ChatGPT: An Assistant to Help with Daily Tasks
Learn how Ai such as ChatGPT can help you in your everyday life.
Shopetition: Bargain Hunt
In this fun and interactive competition, you will use the internet to find the best bargains and cheapest items across various categories. Become the best online shopper!
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Find FREE Online Learning Courses
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