Stiftung Digitale Chancen e.V.

The Stiftung Digitale Chancen is a non-profit, operational foundation based in Berlin, founded in 2002. Its mission is to promote equal access for all people to the Internet and new technology and to research the societal consequences of digitalization.

The foundation is committed to digital participation and media literacy through various projects and initiatives. The main projects include:

• Digital mobil in Alter: A project that enables older people to use tablets and computers as well as the Internet and strengthens their independence[1][3].
• Ich digital: A project that promotes digital skills among groups at risk of social exclusion[3].
• Training Materials and Curricula: Development of training materials and curricula for multipliers to convey media literacy[2].

The main mission of the foundation is to ensure that all people, regardless of age, gender, or social background, have access to the Internet and new technology and can use them. The values of the foundation include:

• Innovative: Openness and adaptability to new technological and social developments[5].
• Democratic: Commitment to democratic values, dialogue capability, and transparency[5].
• Fair: Promotion of equal opportunities and reduction of existing inequalities[5].
• Sustainable: Consideration of ecological sustainability in work and seeking solutions that meet both digital and ecological sustainability[5].

The Stiftung Digitale Chancen places great importance on sustainability and accessibility. This includes:

• Accessibility: The foundation strives to ensure that all websites and digital offerings are accessible, especially for blind, deaf, and people who need Easy Language. This is ensured by complying with the Disability Equality Act and the Accessible Information Technology Ordinance[1][2].
• Research and Evaluation: The foundation researches the societal consequences of digitalization and evaluates measures to promote Internet use and media literacy[2].

The foundation works in various areas, including:

• Youth Media Protection and Provider Responsibility
• Data Protection and Safety by Design
• Social Engagement in Social Media
• Combating Disinformation and Hate Speech
• Development of Digitalization in Rural Areas and Volunteering[2][3].

Through its diverse projects and initiatives, the Stiftung Digitale Chancen significantly contributes to the creation of an inclusive and equal opportunity digital society.

• 1 - https://www.digitale-chancen.de/home/leichte-sprache
• 2 - https://www.digitale-chancen.de/stiftung
• 3 - https://www.digitale-chancen.de
• 4 - https://bridgeflow.com/de/digitalisierung-chancen-und-herausforderungen-fuer-unternehmen/
• 5 - https://www.digitale-chancen.de/stiftung/leitbild-und-werte