Leep believe digital inclusion isn’t about technology, it’s about people.

We support all people to build digital skills and confidence, to close the digital divide and reduce social and economic exclusion.

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Leep in Lab

Our Leep in Lab is a learning space where volunteer digital mentors provide free one-on-one support to help people build basic technology skills in a familiar and trusted environment.

Running every Wednesday and Friday from 10am till 12pm, the Leep in Lab offers one hour sessions from a volunteer digital mentor. The Leep in Lab also offers occasional classes on popular topics.

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Would you prefer to get technology support from home? If you have mobility issues and would like to learn remotely, we can support you via Skype video-calls (and help you set this up).

Volunteer at the Leep in Lab

Do you already have basic technology skills? Volunteer as a digital mentor and share your knowledge!

Digital literacy is a vital life skill; helping people to use technology can improve their opportunities and overall wellbeing. Help keep people get connected by volunteering today.

You don’t need to be an IT whiz for this role- you just need basic technology skills and some patience. We have roles available across Greater Western Sydney.

Become a Volunteer

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Leep Online

Leep Online is a social and digital inclusion initiative aimed at improving basic digital literacy in local communities. We support organisations, businesses, councils and institutions to create and run digital mentoring programs. Please contact us for more information on how you can access our digital inclusion services.

Leep is a proud partner of the Be Connected Network, a national network of community organisations who support people over 50 to thrive in a digital world, coordinated by Good Things Foundation. As Capacity Builder partners on the network, we are funded to support the creation of programs throughout Greater Western Sydney.

Questions? Contact Himalee Raj on 4721 1866 (ext. 230) or email [email protected]

Resources

How to Develop a Digital Literacy Program

This webinar provides a step-by-step guide to developing a digital literacy program using a digital mentoring model. Learn how to deliver basic digital literacy support in your community.

Watch Webinar & Download Digital Mentoring Toolkit

Being a Digital Mentor: What’s Involved?

Digital mentors are people who provide one-on-one support to people so that they can use technology and get online. This webinar explores the role of a digital mentor and provides practical tips and tricks for success.

Watch Webinar & Download Being a Digital Mentor Resource Kit

Building Innovation in Volunteerism through Digital Inclusion

This webinar considers how organisations that adapt, create roles that harness volunteer leadership and embrace digital inclusion can strengthen their ability to build and activate volunteer programs.

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Digital Literacy Research Report

We engaged NSW CID (NSW Council for Intellectual Disability) and syfte (a human design company) to assist us in conducting research with people with mild to moderate intellectual disability, receiving NDIS, to assess their readiness and motivation for digital literacy skills.

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Digital Inclusion and the Digital Divide White Paper

Digital inclusion is fundamental to creating and strengthening independence and autonomy, but its transformative power transcends the individual and bestows widespread social and economic benefits on broader society.

Download Digital Inclusion and the Digital Divide White Paper