Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Teeniors®
At Teeniors, diversity of perspectives, backgrounds and life experiences are not just welcomed, they are essential. We believe in the power of human connection across generations, cultures, and experiences. Our work bridges age, ability, race, gender, socioeconomic background, and language through personalized technology coaching.
We are committed to growing an inclusive environment where everyone — from the older adults we serve to the teens and young adults we employ — feels respected, empowered, and valued. We strive to reflect the diverse communities we work in by ensuring access to opportunity, learning, and connection. We also strive to create and offer meaningful roles, remove barriers, and listen well. We are proud to be a multi-generational, multi-cultural team advancing digital literacy and human dignity, one coaching session at a time.
At Teeniors, diversity of perspectives, backgrounds and life experiences are not just welcomed, they are essential. We believe in the power of human connection across generations, cultures, and experiences. Our work bridges age, ability, race, gender, socioeconomic background, and language through personalized technology coaching.
We are committed to growing an inclusive environment where everyone — from the older adults we serve to the teens and young adults we employ — feels respected, empowered, and valued. We strive to reflect the diverse communities we work in by ensuring access to opportunity, learning, and connection. We also strive to create and offer meaningful roles, remove barriers, and listen well. We are proud to be a multi-generational, multi-cultural team advancing digital literacy and human dignity, one coaching session at a time.
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Digital Inclusion, An Ongoing Part of Our Work
In 2023-2024, Teeniors' founder Trish Lopez and the NM Technology Council presented a public presentation and peer group on Digital Inclusion every month, with panelists from different areas of our community. Below is a summary. If you would like to get in touch with any of the presenters or speakers, please contact: [email protected]. PresentationsIntroduction: What is Digital Inclusion?
with Teeniors founder, Trish Lopez (30 min + Q&A) | March 2023 Email for recording Digital Inclusion means access to and understanding of the internet, technology devices like computers, smart phones, and various software - which leads to accessing opportunities in education, jobs, social connection, and community. Many people across the globe still experience a massive lack of access because of their income, age, abilities, language/culture, or place of residence. Trish shared a brief history of that divide, successes in bridging the gap, and ideas to create space for those who want to be included in learning to navigate the online world. 
PAST EVENT: Feb, 2024
Digital Inclusion: Teens - The Good & Bad of Social Media Guest Speakers: Jonathan Sims and Stephine Poston 
PAST EVENT: Dec, 2023
Digital Inclusion: Native Communities & Tribal Lands Guest Speakers: Jonathan Sims and Stephine Poston 
PAST EVENT: Nov, 2023
Digital Inclusion: Our Black Communities Guest Speakers: Cathryn McGill and Ajani Smith 
PAST EVENT: Oct, 2023
Digital Inclusion: Our Rural Communities Guest Speakers: Jennifer Nevarez and Christie Ann Harvey 
PAST EVENT: Sept, 2023
Digital Inclusion: How to Make Your Website More Accessible Guest Speaker: Eli Fresquez, NM Civil Rights Attorney and Chair of City of Santa Fe Committee on Disability 
PAST EVENT: August 2023
Digital Inclusion: Our Elder Community Guest speakers discuss challenges older adults face with technology and overcoming struggles to adapt to our digital world. 
PAST EVENT: June 2023
People with Disabilities & Different Abilities - Guest speakers discussed inclusion and access for people with physical and mental abilities that differ from the norm. 
PAST EVENT: May 2023
Digital Inclusion: People in Prison & Their Families Experts discuss the prison industrial complex where private tech companies profit—unhindered by competition—from inmates who typically earn $0.15 - $0.95 cents an hour behind bars. Also discussed: NM correctional institutions who lack internet access altogether. 
PAST EVENT: April 2023
Digital Inclusion: Immigrants in NM This discussion centered on our-Spanish-speaking community who are building literacy, language, and tech skills so they can apply for jobs and succeed in their new culture. Email for recording 
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What Does Inclusion Mean to You?
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