Digital Skill Divide Hurts Workers, Businesses, and the Economy

January 28, 2025

Nearly all jobs today require digital skills, from Microsoft Excel to more specialized technologies. While younger workers may seem tech-savvy, many need training to translate everyday tech use into workplace-ready skills. Rural workers face extra barriers, making access to digital skills training crucial as broadband infrastructure expands.  Closing the digital skills divide is essential for both workers and employers in the modern economy.