Conquering the St Louis, Missouri, Digital Divide: Steps Necessary to Bridge the Gap

The St Louis (MO) Community Foundation released a report on the digital divide in St Louis and the steps necessary to bridge the gap. This report provides a detailed and actionable assessment of the digital landscape in St Louis City and County. The digital divide impacts broad swaths of the St Louis population, and is most acutely felt by low-income and minority communities. This assessment positions St Louis to understand the breadth and depth of the digital divide, and establishes the necessary framework to catapult the city as a national leader in digital equity. In order to fully participate in our economic, educational, and healthcare systems, residents need:

• Consistent, reliable, and affordable access to high-speed broadband (HSBB)
• Affordable devices capable of maintaining HSBB connection
• Training and support to participate in this new virtual landscape