Next Century Cities supports mayors and community leaders across the country as they seek to ensure that everyone has fast, affordable and reliable internet access.

Hear from our Executive Director, Francella Ochillo, about the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and connectivity’s role in solving the crisis.

Broadband access is directly related to educational outcomes, economic mobility, and civic engagement. Read more about how the digital divide has become a public health issues for cities and its residents. 

Next Century Cities’ members weigh-in on the importance to connectivity in local government emergency response efforts. Read the letter and press release here.

Welcome Communications Director Brittany-Rae Gregory and Policy Counsel Ryan Johnston to the Next Century Cities team. Lukas Pietrzak has been promoted to Policy Associate. Read the full press release here.