Connected Nation Aims for Digital Skills World Record as It Marks 25 Years
Event summary
- Connected Nation celebrates 25 years of expanding broadband access and digital skills training across the U.S.
- Organization will attempt a 25-hour digital skills training world record in September 2026.
- New data shows 15.7 million Americans lack home broadband access, 81 million don't subscribe.
- CN has trained 150,000 individuals and reached 21 million through digital empowerment initiatives.
The big picture
Connected Nation's 25-year milestone comes as the digital divide persists, with millions still lacking adequate broadband access or digital skills. The organization's world record attempt and ongoing initiatives reflect broader industry efforts to bridge this gap through public-private partnerships and innovative training programs. The scale of CN's impact—reaching 21 million individuals—positions it as a key player in the national broadband access conversation.
What we're watching
- Digital Divide Progress
- Whether Connected Nation's initiatives can significantly reduce the 15.7 million Americans without home broadband access.
- Partnership Expansion
- How the organization will leverage its 25-year milestone to attract new strategic partners for broadband initiatives.
- World Record Impact
- The long-term effect of the 25-hour digital skills training event on public awareness and participation in digital empowerment programs.
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