About the Maryland Digital Equity Coalition
The Maryland Digital Equity Coalition (MDEC) is a statewide digital equity partnership network composed of a diverse group of stakeholders, including state and local government agencies, public libraries, healthcare providers, senior centers, schools, non-profits, and community leaders. Learn more about Maryland's digital progress here.
For questions or comments about the Maryland Digital Equity Coalition, please contact Teri Mumm.
MDEC Mission
Connect organizations and local governments to anchor and amplify digital inclusion work in Maryland, empowering communities toward digital equity.
MDEC Vision
Foster a strong network of individuals and organizations engaged in digital inclusion. Share resources and best practices to enhance community support. Increase awareness of digital equity programs across the state. Develop resources tailored to the needs of MDEC communities, including training for digital navigators and rural county staff.
Join MDEC
Join MDEC to participate in initiatives that bridge the digital divide in Maryland. Your engagement is crucial for fostering collaboration and driving meaningful change in our communities.
Join the Maryland Digital Equity Coalition (MDEC)
MDEC Resources
Digital Equity Grant Planning
In 2024, MDEC offered a free Digital Equity Grant Planning Webinar Series to help digital literacy practitioners strengthen their programs, partnerships, and digital equity grant applications. All webinar recordings are available on the Marylanders Online YouTube channel.
Digital Equity Webinar Series
In 2024, MDEC partnered to offer the Digital Equity Webinar Series, which explored the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and digital inclusion practices. This series is relevant to educators, librarians, social workers, digital navigators, equity advocates, and anyone interested in learning more about digital equity. All webinar recordings are available on the Marylanders Online YouTube channel playlist.
MDEC News & Archives
MDEC Partners: UME Marylanders Online Program Transition Notice (November 2025)
Measuring Maryland's Digital Progress Infographic (February 2025)
MDEC Digest Newsletter (July 2025)
Digital Opportunity Day at the Capital - Read More (February 13, 2025)
MDEC NTIA NOFO Planning Meeting - Zoom Recording (August 23, 2024)
MDEC Kickoff Meeting - Zoom Recording (October 5th, 2023)
