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Connecting Scotland: phase 1 evaluation
This report evaluates the impact of the Connecting Scotland programme for users in the first phase of delivery.
Annex C: Analysis by National Performance Framework Outcome
| NPF Outcome | Impact of tackling digital exclusion on this outcome | Ref policy or strategy |
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| We respect, protect and fulfil human rights and live free from discrimination | Accessing information to understand rights Seek advice and support via both specialist services and social networking routes |
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| We are creative and our vibrant and diverse cultures are expressed and enjoyed widely |
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| We value, enjoy, protect and enhance our environment |
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| We are healthy and active | NHS Near Me Remote monitoring Wellbeing apps Self-management groups |
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| We have thriving and innovative businesses, with quality jobs and fair work for everyone | Job search online Self-employment opportunities opened up Building skills needed for work, contributing more to the business More able to work from home if Covid-19 second wave/local lockdown occurs |
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| We are well educated, skilled and able to contribute to society | Ability to take part in online learning activities (particularly in event of local school closures from Covid-19 outbreaks) Digital exclusion exacerbates students existing experience of exclusion and inequality Further and higher education courses moving online, many free MOOCs help build skills |
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| We grow up loved, safe and respected so that we realise our full potential | Being part of social groups online has become an integral part of growing up, and being excluded by reasons of poverty heightens feelings of exclusion The internet can foster social connections, supporting mental health and wellbeing For a child at risk, in any way, it can provide a route to access support and to develop relationships which empower |
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| We live in communities that are inclusive, empowered, resilient and safe | Supports the development of local geographically defined communities Online networks have become a more important way for communities to engage. This builds resilience, supports relationships and fights loneliness. Where people can't access the internet, they are even less able to access support than they were in normal times |
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| We tackle poverty by sharing opportunities, wealth and power more equally |
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| We are open, connected and make a positive contribution internationally | Engaging with international partners requires digital infrastructure People, businesses, institutions, Government, need tools and skills needed to take their places as global citizens |
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| We have a globally competitive, entrepreneurial, inclusive and sustainable economy | If people are digitally excluded, they are also excluded from pursuing business ideas Where people are excluded, digital businesses cannot reach them, limiting the field of customers Increased digital participation equals greater economic participation, resulting in positive growth for all. Businesses need employees who have good digital skills to continue to innovate. |
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