Digital Champions

What is a Digital Champion?

Digital Champions offer advice, information and support to adults who want to get online and learn how to use a computer for the first time or improve their confidence with the basics.

You don’t have to be an IT whizz to be a Digital Champion – you just need some basic digital skills yourself, a bit of spare time and enthusiasm to support others to experience the many benefits of the internet and digital technology. As a Digital Champion you will support others to learn the basics about computers and the internet in a relaxed, informal environment.

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Why become a Digital Champion?

Aside from simply giving something back by supporting an individual or community, there are lots of other potential benefits for you, such as:

Improving your own knowledge and confidence in using computers and the internet.
Gaining valuable experience and organisational skills which can help build your CV.
Getting involved in new projects and organisations, opening up other opportunities for volunteering and employment.
Meeting other Digital Champions and making new connections locally.

How do they help people?

Helping others online or with their digital skills takes many forms – but it could include:

Helping someone learn the basics e.g., showing someone how to use Google, use a mouse and a keyboard or set up an email account.
Helping someone understand the benefits of getting online e.g. showing them how to search or apply for a job online, shopping and banking online or using Skype to connect with family and friends.
Acting as an advocate of the benefits of being online.
Assisting training providers during sessions by giving extra support to learners, and supporting people during IT open-access drop-ins.

How do I get involved?

Digital Champions come in all forms – from giving an hour to help a family member with a tech issue, to more official roles in organisations delivering training. You can access free training platforms below:

Learn my way Barclays Digital Wings

No matter which group you fall into we’ve got the resources to help.