Building a More Connected Cook County
Meet the people and programs working to ensure digital access, safety, and opportunity for all.
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Cook County’s First-Ever Digital Equity Action Plan
In celebration of Digital Inclusion Week, President Toni Preckwinkle unveiled a landmark plan to close the digital divide across Cook County. The Digital Equity Action Plan lays the foundation for equitable access to internet, devices, skills, and safety—and calls on residents, businesses, and organizations to help shape a more connected future.
Upcoming Events
10/07/2025 at 8:30AM
Access Amplified Symposium: Building a Digitally Inclusive Cook County
Our Work in Action
We’re turning insight into impact—connecting communities, equipping residents, and building a stronger digital future for all of Cook County.
27%
of households in Cook County lack wireline internet service, limiting access to education, jobs, and healthcare.
21%
of households don’t have a computer at home, making it difficult to fully participate in today’s digital economy.
3,400
residents helped shape the plan through surveys and community conversations—the largest digital access outreach in County history.
Latest from Cook County Digital Equity
Stay informed with on new initiatives, community stories, and milestones shaping Cook County’s path toward digital equity. Click here to see all news stories.