Two people looking at a tablet as part of a Reconnect digital group session

Digital saves lives

Bobby VeitchNews

Michael and his family’s lives were transformed after a call to the Connecting Scotland Digital Support Helpline, keeping them connected to the digital world.

A People Know How volunteer smiling to camera

A career-changing opportunity

Bobby VeitchNews

After completing her International Business Management degree at Heriot-Watt University, Natalia joined People Know How as a volunteer, passing her knowledge onto our digital groups.

People sitting at tables during an event on digital inclusion in the Edinburgh City Chambers

Improving digital inclusion in Scotland

Claudia BaldacchinoNews

As part of our 10 Year Anniversary event series, we welcomed key representatives in digital inclusion from across sectors to discuss how we can improve digital inclusion in Scotland, sharing our learning from our Reconnect service.

Two people sitting side by side during a digital support session

Digitally divided

Bobby VeitchNews

We helped Thomas to significantly reduce his bills through a social tariff and become self-reliant in the digital world.

A person using an iPad

A local lifeline

Bobby VeitchNews

Our Connecting Scotland Digital Support Helpline was a lifeline for Mary who needed access to her iPad for vital medical and social needs.

A Reconnect Digital & Wellbeing Coordinator providing support to someone as they sit side by side on a sofa in front of a laptop

Check mates

Bobby VeitchNews

David, President of Chess Edinburgh and Lothians, has been finding new ways to support his organisation through digital means thanks to the support of our Reconnect service.

A Reconnect VIP supporting someone to use a digital device

Internet independence

Bobby VeitchNews

Thanks to our Digital Support Helpline Rachel and her family received crucial support and advice that allowed them to stay safe online while using the internet.

A Reconnect Digital & Wellbeing Coordinator providing support for someone to use a laptop

Digital discoveries

Bobby VeitchNews

Our Reconnect service supported Amari to settle into his new home, increase his financial security and learn new digital skills along the way.