Bridging the Digital Divide: Our Partnership with Tooting Newsie

We recently teamed up with Tooting Newsie on Instagram to shine a light on a critical issue: digital exclusion right here in Wandsworth. While many of us take being online for granted, areas such as Furzedown, Roehampton, and Falconbrook currently rank among the most digitally excluded in London. This isn’t just about missing out on social media; it is about the real-world barriers created by a lack of reliable devices, stable internet, and the confidence to use them.

When someone lacks access to the web, they lose access to modern essentials like job applications, online banking, and educational resources. At Power to Connect, we are committed to breaking down these barriers and ensuring every resident has the tools they need to thrive.

How We Are Driving Digital Inclusion

Our mission is built on three simple but powerful pillars designed to support the local community while protecting the planet:

• Device Refurbishment: We take your old technology and give it a new lease on life. By refurbishing and redistributing donated laptops and phones, we provide a lifeline to those who need it most.
• Digital Skills Training: Access to a computer is only half the battle. We deliver free digital skills training uk in familiar spaces like your local wandsworth library to ensure everyone feels confident navigating the digital world.
• Sustainability and E-Waste: We are passionate about reducing e-waste. Instead of letting old tech end up in a landfill, we promote a circular economy by giving devices a second life.

Our impact to date speaks for itself: over 4,700 devices redistributed, more than 500 residents supported every year, and partnerships with 180+ schools and organisations.

Support Your Community and Your ESG Strategy

For local businesses, partnering with Power to Connect is a seamless way to bolster your ESG strategy and meet sustainability goals. We provide tangible social value by turning your retired office tech into a tool for social change. Whether you are looking for corporate volunteering opportunities or want to enhance your CSR strategy through a charity partnership, we offer clear impact reporting to show exactly how your business is making a difference.

From employee engagement to fulfilling social impact initiatives, working with us helps build a more responsible business while directly benefiting the borough.

Get Involved Today!

• Volunteer in Wandsworth and support residents to gain vital IT skills.
• Donate laptops, tablets, or phones to reduce e-waste and support learning.
• Donate funds to support digital inclusion projects across Wandsworth.