Free digital skills training offered by Virginia Career Works - Piedmont, Culpeper Literacy Council, and Culpeper County Library June 3rd & 5th at Culpeper County Library

For Immediate Release
Contact: Jessica Denson, Director, Communications 
Email: jdenson@connectednation.org
Phone: 502-341-2024
Website: connectednation.org
 

 Culpepper, Va. (May 15, 2025) – Virginia Career Works – Piedmont, Culpeper Literacy Council, and Culpeper County Library are offering a series of free workshops in June at Culpeper County Library. The workshops (classes) are being offered at no cost thanks to a partnership with the national nonprofit, Connected Nation (CN). 

The classes are intended for learners who are new to using a computer, the internet, and/or mobile phones and want to build confidence while staying safe online. 

“There are so many people who can benefit from the workshops - from young adults to senior citizens simply because they cover a wide range of important technology topics,” said Andrew DeNicola, Virginia Career Works. "If you don’t have a basic understanding of how to navigate our increasingly digital world, then you are missing out on so many opportunities and resources that impact everything from health to educational outcomes. That’s why it’s so important for us to reach as many residents with this training as possible.” 

Topics for the June workshops include using web browsers, creating stronger passwords, using search engines, navigating a mobile device and so much more. They’ll be taught by CN’s digital literacy expert and bilingual trainer and will be held at the Culpeper County Library (271 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper, VA 22701).

Date Time In-Person Workshop(s) 

6/3/25 11:00am ET Computer Basics 
6/3/25 12:00pm ET Internet Basics 
6/3/25 2:00pm ET Email Basics 
6/3/25 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET Open Lab Workshop 
6/5/25 11:00am ET Internet Safety (Cybersecurity) 
6/5/25 12:00pm ET Video Conferencing 
6/5/25 2:00pm ET Mobile Device Basics 
6/5/25 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET Open Lab Workshop 

Registration link: https://www.cclva.org/events/week/2025/06/01?keywords=digital%20skills

“Connected Nation is proud to partner with Virginia Career Works,” said Heather Gate, Executive Vice President, Digital Inclusion, CN. “Our goal is to significantly enhance digital literacy in the region. We have designed these classes with that aim in mind, and we’re eager to provide our materials to those who wish to pursue further education after the workshops have concluded." 

Institutions such as schools, places of worship, community centers, local governments, and businesses are all encouraged to spread the word to ensure the success of these digital skills training workshops and help more Virginia residents. 

To bring the free Digital Skills Training program to your organization or area, fill out this interest form.
 
About Connected Nation: The national nonprofit’s mission is to improve lives by providing innovative solutions that expand access to and increase the adoption and use of broadband (high-speed internet) and its related technologies for all people. Everyone belongs in a Connected Nation. Learn more about the 501 (c)3 at connectednation.org.