Digital Inclusion Program
Cayuse Native Solutions completed a 3 year program in August 2025 to advance digital equity and inclusion for the Umatilla Indian Reservation using funding from the National Digital Inclusion Alliance.
Unfortunately, the funding for this program has ended so we are not providing services at this time.
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We invite you to review online resources available below to help address your digital skills gaps.
About Digital Inclusion
Digital Equity
Digital Equity is the condition in which all individuals and communities have the information technology capacity needed for full participation in our society, democracy and economy.
Digital Navigators
Digital Navigators are trusted guides who assist community members in internet adoption and the use of computing devices. Digital navigators help demystify technology by providing one-on-one ongoing assistance to connect residents to affordable internet, devices, technical skills, and application support.
Digital Inclusion
Digital Inclusion means the activities necessary to ensure that all individuals and communities, including the most disadvantaged, have access to and use of Information and Communication Technologies.
Our Digital Inclusion Services
APPROPRIATE DEVICES
We supplied internet-enabled devices to help meet the needs of our community members.
DIGITAL SKILLS TRAINING
We provided community members with one-on-one help and lead community trainings to learn how to effectively use technology.
Did you know, The CNS Digital Inclusion program was the result of a $380,369 funding award from the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA)?
The program ended Aug. 31, 2025, but click here to
Learn more.
[Video] ‘We're Making a Difference in People's Everyday Lives’ on Umatilla Reservation, Oregon
Indigenous Americans in rural areas say limited resources create barriers to digital access and skills. Debra Croswell, Executive Managing Director of Cayuse Native Solutions, joins Dara Brown at Net Inclusion 2024 in Philadelphia. Efforts are underway to bridge the digital divide for the tribal community residing on the Umatilla Indian Reservation in Oregon.
Technology Meets Tradition: Bridging the Digital Divide on the Umatilla Reservation
For Tribal communities, ‘connectivity’ means preserving traditions while engaging with the modern digital world. Unfortunately, limited technology and connectivity resources on the Umatilla Reservation have also left many residents without the opportunity and tools needed to thrive in today’s online society. But with the help of a locally run initiative aimed at addressing the technology needs of all Umatilla residents, achieving digital equity may soon be realized.
Online Resources
The Safe Connections Act (SCA) of 2022 helps survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and related crimes get discounted phone, internet, or bundled services through the Lifeline program.
Alaska Federation of Natives
