Technology & Social Change Group

The Technology & Social Change Group (TASCHA) at the University of Washington Information School explores the role of digital technologies in building more open, inclusive, and equitable societies.

Report explores how access to information contributes to development

Can access to information create more socially and economically inclusive societies? Our DA2I report shows how access to information can contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Access to information can transform lives. However, the access must be meaningful. Learn more »

Mobile Information Literacy Curriculum

Mobile information literacy is vital for those who have leapfrogged from traditional media to digital devices that provide instant access to information. What are the relevant skills, concepts, and attitudes for people using mobile devices, not PCs, to access the internet? Learn more »

Public access ICTs matter: Tools for action

TASCHA has created multiple resources and tools to make the data and findings more accessible and easier to use for research, advocacy, and demonstrating the impact of public access ICTs. Infographics, slidedecks, a data visualization tool, an eBook, and more. Learn more »

Public libraries as platforms for civic engagement

What role should public libraries play in civic engagement? With democracy in crisis, librarians around the world are re-envisioning their roles in order to spark new ideas and solutions for global action. Learn more >>

Digital Skills for Digital Equity

How do you identify what skills people need to equitably participate in digital life? This project seeks to understand this and other core questions in the face of global technology changes. Learn more >>

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Workshop: Public libraries as platforms for civic engagement

Thought leaders from libraries, civic media, collective action, peace building, media and data literacies explore civic engagement

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Community Labs in Public Libraries

Libraries have the potential to be key players in combating misinformation and threats to democracy. This project develops a community lab model for use in public libraries in Washington.