Dear all, As part of our comprehensive approach to bridging the Digital Divide, the Collaborative continues to work for the Mahoning Valley community by: Educating residents on how to use computers and other digital devices more effectively, including on-site, at location and virtual classes Making cheaper hardware available to residents, particularly those socioeconomically disadvantaged. Developing […]
Since late March, over time it became clear the value of technology and internet connectivity. We need it to function in a society where we are expected to socially distance and still continue our normal lives. From doing conference meetings on Zoom, to hanging out with friends on FaceTime, we all have moved all
Operation Liberation is a social justice group in Mahoning and Trumbull counties that is committed to restorative and transformative justice solutions that center the livelihoods of BIPOC folks. Just recently they hosted a discussion event at the Oak Hill Collaborative building November 14th. Their purpose was to “thinktank” addressable issues and make radical change in
Makerspace Night While we were recording for the Raspberry Pi Online program, the Makerspace area was being used for filming. Now that all of our shoots are over, we have opened up all the labs in our Makerspace once more! If you are interested in learning about our Robotics Lab, how to incorporate 3D
PCs for People is a nonprofit organization with locations in Cleveland, Ohio, and other places throughout the US. Their mission is to provide people the opportunity to benefit from the life-changing impact of computers and mobile Internet. We are in discussion with them to expand our own program, perhaps in conjunction with Goodwill Foundation. Similar
“After every storm, God gives us a fresh wind. Just don’t give up” – Trina, on the topic of inspiring future leaders Trina Williams has been part of the Oak Hill Collaborative for many years. As one of our first business incubator success stories, she went from working out of her kitchen to running her
Kristen Olmi has been part of the Oak Hill Collaborative for many years. While working for Mahoning County, she always found time to help budding businesses via her K.O Consult. LLC. K.O Consult’s office, located right at the Collaborative, she helped start businesses such as: A Fresh Wind Catering KBC Kidz. Jesus Speaks Rock Shotz
Raspberry Pi Online In just the last week of October, Raspberry Pi Online started over at MLK elementary, marking the start of our very first virtual program. However, we’re already ready to expand to take on more clients. This program is available for ages 8, to 88, and is offered virtually. We can teach
R.E.S.P.E.C.T Collaboration Program Every other Sunday, Oak Hill Collaborative and United Returning Citizens hosts a men’s program called R.E.S.P.E.C.T. This acronym stands for “Reaching Everyday Solutions Positively and Encouraging Community Togetherness”. It is here that men of color can meet and discuss what they feel could be changed about the society around them. They are
Building Virtual Communities As has become the “new normal” as of late, all organizations and institutions are turning to new methods of communication, workflow, and honestly, way of living. COVID-19 is still very much prominent in the state of Ohio, with a couple of counties in the “red” state so even close to home there
