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Explore the impact of broadband on jobs, justice, and sustainable communities. Learn about wireless broadband in Little Tokyo and surrounding areas of Los Angeles, connecting over 158 homes and 176 daily users. Discover initiatives connecting people and businesses to skills and training, with a focus on increasing graduation rates and real-world technology skills for youth. Dive into the success story of Change Agent Productions, exceeding revenue projections, doubling customer base, and empowering minority youth through training opportunities.
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The Broadband Connection: Jobs, Justice and Sustainable Communities Laura Efurd, ZeroDivide October 7, 2010
Wireless broadband in Little Tokyo and surrounding area of Los Angeles Free outdoor wireless 158 homes with broadband 176 Daily Users Connecting Communities Via Broadband
Education and Job Skills • 100% Graduation Rate compared to 81% Long Beach Unified • Over 100 youth trained in real world technology skills • Paid “jobs” or stipends for 40+ youth • College-prep activities and counseling
Sustainability • Earned $110,000, over 250% increase over projections • Exceeded revenue in the first 6 months of operations • Operating profit was $176,500 • Doubled their new customer projections • Recruited over 100 minority youth and trained over 100 clients