Broadband and Digital Literacy Office
Our Role
The Office of Broadband and Digital Literacy (OBDL) manages the statewide ecosystem of individuals and organizations dedicated to closing the digital divide.
Our Mission
Coordinate the state’s Broadband for All efforts to close the digital divide and achieve digital equity throughout the state through the California Broadband Council. Lead the implementation of the State Digital Equity Plan and administer the California Digital Equity Program.
Our Vision
All residents have access to reliable and affordable home-internet service, devices, and the skills and training needed to access essential services and realize social and economic benefits.
Our Goals
- Goal 1: All Californians have high-performance broadband available at home, schools, libraries, and businesses.
- Goal 2: All Californians have access to affordable broadband and necessary devices.
- Goal 3: All Californians can access training and support to enable digital inclusion.
Our Partners
Our partners are key stakeholders in the statewide effort to close the digital divide, including government agencies at the federal, state, and local levels, tribal entities, broadband consortia, community-based organizations, and philanthropic and privates sector entities. Through collaboration with these entities, the State has made significant progress in closing the digital divide.
Our Team
Scott Adams, Deputy Director of Broadband and Digital Literacy
Operations and Engagement
Anh Nguyen, Broadband Operation and Engagement Manager
Business Operation and Grants
James Spencer, Business Administration Manager
Kristina Crowe, Business Operation Manager
Policy and Program Managers
Maria Kelly, Broadband Access and Deployment Manager
Aracely Hernandez, Digital Inclusion Manager
Contact Us
For any questions about the Office of Broadband and Digital Literacy and any Broadband For All initiatives, please contact broadbandforall@state.ca.gov
Upcoming Events
Ad hoc Middle-Mile Advisory Committee Meeting (Hybrid)
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Zoom or Sacramento County
Board of Supervisors – Board Chamber – 1st Floor
700 H St., Sacramento, CA, 95814
Middle-Mile Advisory Committee Meeting (Hybrid)
Friday, July 18, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Zoom or Sacramento County
Board of Supervisors – Board Chamber – 1st Floor
700 H St., Sacramento, CA, 95814
California Broadband Council (Hybrid)
Friday, July 25, 2025 | 9:30 – 11:30 p.m. Zoom or CoveredCA
Tahoe Boardroom
1601 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95815