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Boston Launches Free Digital Literacy Programs for Job Seekers and Workers

City initiatives and partners deliver free training, coaching and equipment to support job readiness and skill building.

By Boston Tech Desk · Published July 19, 2026

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The City of Boston’s Digital Literacy Initiative, launched with World Education, recently received a $1 million expansion grant under DigLit 2.0 to equip 20 job readiness programs with workforce-focused digital skills training.

Workforce Training Expansions

Boston workers and job seekers can access structured programs designed to match employment needs. The Digital Literacy Initiative partners with World Education to deliver training that targets job readiness. The $1 million DigLit 2.0 grant expands these efforts across 20 programs, giving participants direct pathways to build skills used in hiring processes.

Library and Career Center Support

Boston Public Library provides free computer classes, one-on-one 30-minute tech appointments, and access to LinkedIn Learning, LearnFree and DigitalLearn with a library card. MassHire Downtown Boston Career Center offers on-site one-on-one digital coaching, small group classes, and drop-in Tech Help Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, allowing job seekers to receive targeted assistance during set hours.

Community Workshops and Equipment Access

AACA Boston’s Digital Skills Center runs free, culturally responsive workshops and services that build digital literacy and job readiness for diverse learners. Tech Goes Home, partnering with Julie’s Family Learning Project, supplies free digital literacy training and equipment to Greater Boston residents while using Northstar Digital Literacy assessments to track progress.

These resources focus on practical outcomes such as completing online applications, using professional platforms and gaining basic device proficiency. Job seekers can start by obtaining a Boston Public Library card or contacting MassHire Downtown Boston Career Center to schedule coaching. Professionals seeking to update skills may enroll in the workshops offered through AACA Boston or Tech Goes Home to maintain current competencies without cost barriers.