{"id":69491,"date":"2024-07-17T15:20:23","date_gmt":"2024-07-17T19:20:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.cga.ct.gov\/osh\/calendar\/ctrlshiftdemocracy-the-impact-of-technology-on-society-and-governance-3\/"},"modified":"2024-07-25T19:07:27","modified_gmt":"2024-07-25T23:07:27","slug":"ctrlshiftdemocracy-the-impact-of-technology-on-society-and-governance-3","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/wp.cga.ct.gov\/osh\/calendar\/ctrlshiftdemocracy-the-impact-of-technology-on-society-and-governance-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Ctrl+Shift+Democracy: The Impact of Technology on Society and Governance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>About the Series:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>In our rapidly evolving digital age,the interplay between technology and democracy has become increasingly complexand consequential. Join us for an enlightening limited lecture series,<b>&#8220;Ctrl+Shift+Democracy: The Impact of Technology on Society and Governance,&#8221;<\/b>hosted at CT\u2019s Old State House in Summer 2024. This series will delve into theprofound impact of technology on our democracy, examining how unprecedentedadvancements are reshaping governance, policy, and societal dynamics.<\/p>\n<p><b>Digital Divide\/Digital Equity<\/b><i>\u00a0<\/i><br \/>Thursday, July 25, 2024<\/p>\n<p>The last panel discussion in the series will examine the critical     role of digital equity in shaping government and societal outcomes,     highlighting the need for inclusive access to technology. Experts from     various sectors will address strategies being used in Connecticut to     bridge the digital divide, ensuring equal opportunities for all citizens     in the digital age, and the work that\u2019s yet to be done for the future.<\/p>\n<p><b>Guest Speakers:<\/b><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Robert H. Wilson<\/b>,Distinguished Visiting Professor, School of Public Policy, UConn<\/li>\n<li><b>Lauren Thompson<\/b>, Digital      Equity Program Manager, Connecticut Commission for Educational Technology<\/li>\n<li><b>Christine Gauvreau<\/b>, Connecticut State Library<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This event is FREE and open to thepublic. To RSVP\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/CtrlShiftDemocracy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CLICK HERE<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Parking:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>On street parking is available.Garage parking for $5 is available at\u00a0<b>State House Square Parking Garage<\/b>,located at 55 Market Street, just steps away from Connecticut\u2019s Old StateHouse. Please present your parking ticket to the museum\u2019s Visitor Services deskfor validation.<\/p>\n<p><i>Free on-street parking is availableafter 6 pm and on weekends. Please follow posted parking instructions.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Our Doors Are Open:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Connecticut\u2019s Old State House iscommitted to ensuring all visitors have access to this historic site. Ourbuilding is mobility friendly with a ramp on the West side entrance andelevator access to all floors. Our bathrooms on the ground floor are alsoaccessible and have changing tables. If you wish to inquire about specialaccommodations for a tour or special event, please call (860) 522-6766.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About the Series: In our rapidly evolving digital age,the interplay between technology and democracy has become increasingly complexand consequential. 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