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