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DESCRIPTION:   'Title: From Redlining to Weblining: Examining Broadband Des
 erts and\n   Racial Injustice\n   When: Friday\, Aug 9\, 11:30 - 12:30 PDT
 \n   Where: LVCC West/Floor 3/W314-W316 - [1]Map\n\n   Description:\n\n   
 This talk dives deep into the historical context of redlining\,\n   segreg
 ation\, and the enduring legacy of unequal access to technology\,\n   part
 icularly focusing on its impact on Black communities. It examines\n   the 
 concept of broadband deserts\, highlighting geographic disparities\n   and
  their economic ramifications. Furthermore\, the talk explores how\n   the
  lack of broadband access hinders economic opportunities for Black\n   ind
 ividuals\, including limited exposure to the tech field and\n   decreased 
 participation in tech and cyber-related activities from a\n   young age. B
 y shedding light on these issues\, the presentation aims to\n   foster awa
 reness and discussion on strategies to bridge the digital\n   divide and p
 romote equitable access to technology in marginalized\n   communities.\n\n
    SpeakerBio:  Dr. Fatou Sankare\, Security Researcher & Professor\n\n   
 Dr. Fatou Sankare is a passionate professor and cyber engineer whose\n   d
 iverse interests span from hacking and sewing to advocating for\n   digita
 l equity in marginalized communities. With a robust background\n   in cybe
 rsecurity and a knack for creative problem-solving\, she\n   dedicates her
  career to bridging the digital divide\, ensuring\n   underserved populati
 ons have equal access to technology and\n   opportunities in the digital a
 ge. Through innovative educational\n   initiatives and community outreach 
 programs\, Dr. Fatou strives to\n   empower individuals by enhancing their
  technological literacy and\n   fostering inclusive digital environments.\
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LOCATION:BICV - LVCC West/Floor 3/W314-W316
SUMMARY:From Redlining to Weblining: Examining Broadband Deserts and Racial
  Injustice
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