TED Talks Daily Why a free and fair internet is more vital than ever | Priscilla Chomba-Kinywa
Dec 23, 2021
Priscilla Chomba-Kinywa, a digital transformation strategist, champions equitable internet access and digital rights for all. She discusses the vital role of internet connectivity during the pandemic, emphasizing how it supported education, shopping, and communication. Chomba-Kinywa highlights the striking inequalities faced by marginalized communities, particularly women, and calls for a fair internet that empowers everyone. She also underscores the importance of internet freedom in fostering creativity, community, and democratic participation.
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Pandemic Shift to Online
- Priscilla Chomba-Kinywa recalls the initial global response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the sudden shift to online activities.
- She highlights how her family adapted by using the internet for work, school, and daily tasks.
Disparities in Access
- Chomba-Kinywa contrasts her family's experience with those lacking internet access, like her housekeeper and a girl named Chomba in her village.
- She describes how their lack of internet access disrupted education and increased economic hardship.
Internet's Power for Change
- Chomba-Kinywa emphasizes that internet access is crucial in the digital age for democratic engagement and global movements.
- She notes how the internet empowers people to address issues like racism, sexism, and climate change.