Connecting Merton Info Session

IT & Technology event

  • Date: Mon 14/Oct/24
  • Time: 16:00 - 18:00
  • Venue: Wimbledon Library
  • Cost: Free
  • Booking: not required
Description:
Connecting Merton aims to get digitally excluded people in Merton develop their digital skills. The project aims to extend the reach of Merton Libraries and reduce digital exclusion in the borough through the delivery of an innovative scheme for digitally excluded residents who will be able to get laptops and tablets on loan from Merton libraries for a period of 3 months. Volunteers will support residents taking part in the scheme at the libraries. As well as 1:1 support, residents will be able to attend IT courses run by Merton Adult Learning to develop their digital skills. DEVICES FOR LOAN We have laptops, tablets and Amazon Echo Shows available as part of Connecting Merton. Who can borrow a device? In order to borrow a device you must meet the following guidelines: • Be a Merton resident aged 18+. • Have a Merton library card in good standing, which means: no outstanding fines or fees, or history of lost items. • Be able to provide photo ID and proof of address such as driving licence, bank statement, telephone bill (less than 3 months old) Terms and Conditions

Requirements:
The main terms of the loan are: • Maximum of one device to be borrowed per person at a time • Three month loan period with the option of renewing for a further three month loan (maximum two renewals) if there is no one else waiting to borrow. • If lost or damaged charges will be applied depending on the device you've borrowed. Borrowers will need to sign a loan agreement form and agree to the Terms and Conditions of use. SIM CARDS Merton libraries are working with The Good Things Foundation to support digital inclusion through the National Databank scheme which provides free mobile phone data, texts and calls for people in need. The National Databank scheme is supported by UK mobile networks Vodafone, O2 and Three. Eligibility criteria: To receive data through the National Databank you must: · Be 18+ years old · And be from a low-income household You must also qualify in one of the following statements: · Has no access or insufficient access to the internet at home · Has no or insufficient access to the internet when away from the home · Cannot afford their existing monthly contract or top up A person can have access to data for up to 12 months. Their mobile device must either be unlocked or, if locked, be locked to O2, Vodafone or Three. Please note, recipients can only have one SIM card at any one time. Pop along to find out more information.

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