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Open Digital Literacy and Access Network<\/strong><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Canadian 2SLGBTQIA+ communities grow and thrive in the digital age through safe, accessible, and inclusive digital spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New! Lunch and Learn<\/a><\/strong>
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ODLAN is now offering mini workshops (45-75 minutes each) for groups of up to 15! Boost your team\u2019s digital literacy over a quick lunch and learn session!


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New National Initiative to Protect Rainbow Seniors from Online Dating Scams (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Online dating scams are a growing threat\u2014especially for older adults but for rainbow seniors, the risks can be even greater. To address this, we\u2019ve created three short videos to support rainbow seniors in dating safety online.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Every purchase helps support 2SLGBTQIA+ research and community resources focused on digital literacy, safety and inclusion


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ODLAN in the News
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New video series aims to educate rainbow seniors about romance scams while online dating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

How a new video series is educating 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors on how to spot and avoid romance scams when dating online



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AI can affect anonymous surveys. Here are some ways for researchers to mitigate its impact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Ontario Digital Literacy and Access Network\u2019s tech subsidy helps volunteers and advisors to participate fully in the work it is doing.
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New report takes an important look at the effects of transphobic online hate on organizations and their employees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Open Digital Literacy and Access Network and Wisdom2Action project provides recommendations on what queer organizations can do to address and mitigate the impact of online hate<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Your Donation Fuels Digital Literacy And Access<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Your donation will support us in addressing digital literacy and access barriers for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We offer a variety of services, including educational materials, training packages, and direct consulting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Free materials for anyone who wishes to learn about digital literacy, digital safety, and finding access to community resources<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Building Technological Skills and Knowledge in the Workplace (for organizations and staff)
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ODLAN provides direct advising services to workplaces

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