The Digital Poverty Alliance (DPA), the non-profit charity aiming to eradicate digital poverty in the UK, has launched its new Charter for Digital Inclusion, as well as updated its National Delivery Plan.

The newly introduced Charter for Digital Inclusion calls on organisations of all sizes to commit to actionable goals on raising awareness, device donation, digital skills development, and partnership for impact.

The Charter has been supported by the likes of Phoenix Group plc – encompassing Standard Life and SunLife, Currys plc, Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, and the Central District Alliance within London.

Any employer with more than two team members can sign up to show their commitment to tackling digital poverty and supporting social equity.

The National Delivery Plan (NDP), meanwhile, is a roadmap that highlights the potential of new technologies, such as roaming and mesh networks, to address longstanding challenges in connectivity and affordability.

Ahead of the upcoming general election, the DPA’s updated NDP focuses on areas like advancing the affordability of connectivity, and enhancing media literacy in the context of the rising use of AI.

Healthcare is another priority, exploring the intersection of healthcare access and digital exclusion, with a focus on potentially saving thousands of lives through enhanced health literacy among seniors.

The updated NDP from last year’s launch is informed by the latest research and stakeholder feedback.

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Speaking on the need for enhanced digital accessibility and inclusion across the UK, Elizabeth Anderson, CEO of the Digital Poverty Alliance, said: “Digital access is essential.”

“Every facet of our lives incorporates a digital element, and the only way to address this pervasive issue is through collective effort.

“It is imperative that digital inclusion becomes a universal priority.”