MBI Commissions Survey, Will Host Listening Sessions
Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) is committed to bring affordable, reliable high-speed internet to every home in the Commonwealth.
The need for broadband in the 21st century is often compared to the need for electricity or phone service in previous centuries. Connectivity is a foundational pillar of a competitive economy. Broadband and Digital Inclusion are essential to fully participate in today’s society and critically important for our future prosperity. Achieving Internet for All will empower everyone in the Commonwealth to fully engage in their communities and realize their full potential.
We want to hear your voices as we shape the State Digital Equity Plan and 5-year Strategic Broadband Action Plan.
Massachusetts Statewide Digital Equity Survey
Help us understand your barriers to internet access, affordability, and adoption to help close the digital divide. This survey is completely anonymous and should be completed by one individual per household.
TAKE THE SURVEY
Internet for All Listening Tour
On June 13, 2023, the MBI announced the Internet for All Listening Tour, a series of regional meetings and focus groups that will inform the development of federal funding plans that will help Massachusetts access broadband and digital equity funding from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The listening sessions, which will start in September, are an opportunity for the public to share their experiences, ideas, and vision for a connected Massachusetts, tackling key questions around internet access, adoption, affordability, digital skills training, and device availability. In addition, focus groups will gather input directly from covered populations and underrepresented communities identified by the federal programs. Join us as we kick-off our state listening tour by attending one of the upcoming sessions listed below.
Events
*Please note that all dates, times, and locations are all subject to change.
| Date | Title | Location | Details | Downloadable Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 13th, 2023 | Broadband & Digital Equity Summit | Union Station - Worcester, MA | ||
| Thursday, September 7, 2023 5:00-7:00 p.m. | Southeast Region Listening Session | Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South Brockton Clubhouse 233 Warren Avenue Brockton, MA 02301 | Register Here! | Communications Materials (Graphics) Communications Materials (PDFs) |
| Wednesday, September 13, 2023 3:00-5:00 p.m. | The Berkshires Region Listening Session | The Common Room at Zion Lutheran Church 74 First Street Pittsfield, MA 01201 | Register Here! | Communications Materials (Graphics) Communications Materials (PDFs) |
| Thursday, September 14, 2023 4:00-6:00 p.m. | Pioneer Valley Region Listening Session | Holyoke Community College MGM Culinary Arts Institute 164 Race Street Holyoke, MA 01040 | Register Here! | Communications Materials (Graphics) Communications Materials (PDFs) |
| Wednesday, September 20, 2023 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Northeast Region Listening Session | United Teen Equality Center (UTEC) 35 Warren Street Lowell, MA 01852 | Register Here! | |
| Thursday, September 28, 2023 3:00-5:00 p.m. | Cape & Islands Region Listening Session | Barnstable Town Hall 367 Main Street Hyannis, MA 02601 | Register Here! | |
| Saturday, September 30, 2023 10:30a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Greater Boston Region Listening Session | East Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library 365 Bremen Street East Boston, MA 02128 | Register Here! | |
Next Listening Sessions - Coming Soon!
Central Mass / Rural Community