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Home / 2026 / October / Digital Bridges: Intergenerational Tech Empowerment Program

Digital Bridges: Intergenerational Tech Empowerment Program

This intergenerational digital literacy program responded to a well-documented and urgent community need to support elderly Chinese immigrants with challenges in aging, navigating language barriers, and adapting to a rapidly digitizing world. Youth volunteers taught seniors scam prevention, safe use of artificial tools, and more – all while building their own leadership, teaching, and cross-cultural communication skills.

UBC Student Project Leads: Eagle Chan and Eva Chu

Community Partner: Richmond Grace Alliance Church

Grant Type:  Connect to Community Grant

Year of Publication: 2026

Topic: Digital Literacy, Youth Mentorship, Supporting Immigrant Communities

Keywords: Intergenerational Education, Cross-Cultural Communication, Technology

Population: Youth, Older Adults, Seniors

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