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The 130th Annual Meeting of APHA |
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The 130th Annual Meeting of APHA |
Maryce Hall, Bread for the City, 2714 22nd St. NE, Washington, DC 20018, 202/832-8184, iamonline@hotmail.com
Opening the information highway to more than a few is very necessary. Through educational institutions in the United States, most young people have had some computer contact. However, many older residents and blue color laborers have missed the turn for the PC highway. This presentation recounts a journey from far outside of that world, a world of the educated, high tech, affluent and privileged. It acknowledges the many barriers, such as the high cost of equipment and training, other financial limitations, and the fear of not being able to learn how to reach the world wide web. These limitations were conquered by the 3 A's, availability, accessibility and affordability, delivered through the efforts of visionaries working in community based organizations. Through support from projects sponsored by the non-profit clinics, student service learning volunteers, a university library, and an AIDS outreach organization, this journey progresses to the point where a one time computer novice now trains others to learn how to use the Internet to improve their lives and health.
Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of the session, the participant will be able to
Keywords: Internet, Peer Education
Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: George Washington University, National Library of Medicine, PIA
I have a significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.
Relationship: Stipend