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Powering the National Databank, National Device Bank and our free online digital skills platform, Learn My Way. Supporting the National Digital Inclusion Network.

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Good Things Foundation @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social · Sep 17
Our founder and CEO, Helen Milner OBE, has announced her retirement in Spring 2026.

She says: “Good Things is a wonderful organisation with a clear mission and strategy, full of dedicated people. 2026 is a good time to pass the leadership into new hands”. Read more: bit.ly/3I0tj4L.
Good Things Foundation’s founder and CEO, Helen Milner to retire | Good Things Foundation
Helen Milner OBE, founder and Chief Executive of Good Things Foundation, has announced her retirement in Spring 2026, after 15 years of dedicated service.
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We've partnered with Cellnex UK, Freestyle-TS and Reconome to give a second life to over 300 IT devices through the National Device Bank.

Read more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/our-news/our-news-2025/cellnex-partnership-to-tackle-digital-exclusion-and-ewaste.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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Recently, we partnered with ISPA UK to celebrate community organisations demonstrating best practice digital inclusion support.

Read more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/celebrating-digital-inclusion-across-uk.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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49% of people with limited or no broadband connection say AI's rise has made them less confident to go online.

Advocacy Lead Hannah explores what we can do about it - https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/digial-confidence-in-ai-age
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November 20, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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We give refurbished devices a new lease of life with people needing affordable and reliable technology.

In 3 years, we've prevented over 148,000kg of e-waste - that's the same as 3.5 planes! ✈️

Learn more about how you can reuse your IT at https://reuseforgoodplaybook.org/.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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Our CEO @helenmilner.bsky.social joined all regional @itvnews teams last night to highlight our new initiative: working collaboratively in Barnsley, Cornwall and Middlesborough to bake in digital inclusion.

Watch between 10:00 and 15:40 at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU8TGYAKrAE.
Our CEO Helen Milner OBE at the ITV Calendar Leeds studio.
November 18, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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Building on best practice from local authorities and organisations across the country, our new project will work to create a lasting legacy rooted in lived experience.

Learn more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/our-news/our-news-2025/embedding-digital-inclusion-in-local-authorities
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November 18, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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The UK's new Financial Inclusion Strategy is here, and is a major step forward.

Are we finally bridging the digital divide in financial services?

Read more at: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/financial-and-digital-inclusion
November 7, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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You may have heard the myths about artificial intelligence...

Our video below separates fact from fiction and shows you why AI isn't as scary (or perfect) as you think.

Learn more with the AI Gateway - our new free, interactive learning platform at https://learning.goodthingsfoundation.org/ai.
October 28, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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#GetOnlineWeek may be over, but the mission continues - bridging the digital divide, one click at a time.

Thanks to everyone who joined us this week, there were over 1,000 events across the UK in just 7 days that made more people feel more confident and safe online!
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October 26, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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As the Prime Minister said, this #GetOnlineWeek we’re reminding everyone that digital inclusion must be baked in — not bolted on
October 25, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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Vick shares handy tips to get the most from your phone’s camera 📸
Check out our free #GetOnlineWeek guides 👉 https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-resources/learning-guides/try-one-thing-guides
October 24, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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AI shouldn’t leave anyone behind! 🌐

This #GetOnlineWeek, help everyone get confident and connected.

Explore the free AI Gateway to build skills and use AI safely at https://learning.goodthingsfoundation.org/ai.
October 23, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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This #GetOnlineWeek digital inclusion hubs across the whole country will be hosting an array of events with the aim to help people take practical steps to build their confidence and independence navigating the online world. Thank you to all the network hubs for all their support!
October 22, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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This #GetOnlineWeek, we're helping people build confidence being online.

Explore online safety topics on our free digital skills platform, Learn My Way 👉 https://www.learnmyway.com/explore-the-subjects/safety-and-security-online
October 21, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Stay safe online with tips from Hafsha, a digital inclusion hub manager.

This #GetOnlineWeek, explore our free guides to navigate the digital world 👉 https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-resources/learning-guides/try-one-thing-guides
October 21, 2025 at 8:19 AM
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We were thrilled to kick off #GetOnlineWeek at the House of Lords with Minister Liz Lloyd CBE, our strategic partners and representatives from digital inclusion hubs to celebrate shifting the dial on digital inclusion.

Let's make this #GetOnlineWeek the biggest yet!
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October 20, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Over a third of UK adults feel less confident going online since the rise of AI.

But 3 in 5 adults say support or training would help them.

Read more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/our-news/our-news-2025/good-things-foundation-ai-confidence-gap-research.

#GetOnlineWeek
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October 20, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Want to get started with AI? Check out these handy top tips!

#GetOnlineWeek is all about ensuring everyone is included in a digital future! 💻

Explore our free downloadable guides at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-resources/learning-guides/try-one-thing-guides.
October 16, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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We’re calling on government to be bold and drive systemic action on digital inclusion.

Read our policy asks at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/bake-in-dont-bolt-on-digital-inclusion-policy-asks-2025.
October 8, 2025 at 9:25 PM
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We believe the UK Government should seize big moments for big impact and lead cross-sector action.

Read our policy asks at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/bake-in-dont-bolt-on-digital-inclusion-policy-asks-2025.
October 2, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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Meet the AI Gateway - free learning for everyone!

AI brings opportunities but some worry about being left behind.

Learn at your pace on our interactive platform that helps you understand and build confidence with AI in daily life.

Explore at: https://learning.goodthingsfoundation.org/ai.
September 30, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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The @libdems.org.uk party conference is done - @teamlabouruk.bsky.social and Conservative party conferences to go!

Several Good Things staff members will be in Liverpool for the Labour event.

Find out more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/policy-and-research/at-political-party-conferences.
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September 25, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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How do we join the dots between tackling child poverty & digital exclusion in Scotland?

Read my guest blog for
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Joining the dots: Child poverty and the digital divide in Scotland | Good Things Foundation
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September 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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We’re calling on government to close digital inclusion gaps and expand the National Digital Inclusion Network's vital work.

Read more at https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digital-inclusion-insights/digital-inclusion-insights-2025/bake-in-dont-bolt-on-digital-inclusion-policy-asks-2025.
September 24, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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Our Director of Evidence and Engagement, Dr Emma Stone, is at the @libdems.org.uk party conference in Bournemouth with a tote-ally simple message...

Digital inclusion should be #BakedInNotBoltedOn!

Watch the video below to find out more! ⬇️
September 22, 2025 at 3:53 PM