Technology & Social Change Group

The Technology & Social Change Group at the University of Washington Information School explores the design, use, and effects of information and communication technologies in communities facing social and economic challenges. Learn more about TASCHA »

New research: Do mobile phones replace public access computers?

With the rise of mobile phones and mobile Internet, do we still need public access to computers and the Internet? Learn more »

Perceptions of Libraries as Development Partners

There are 230,000 libraries in the world, many in developing countries. How can they play a role in development? New report and brief released. Learn more »

Global Impact Study releases user survey data

As part of our commitment to open research, TASCHA's Global Impact Study has released its user survey data. Learn more »

Disaster response in Chile: The critical role of libraries and telecenters

In the aftermath of the 2010 earthquake in Chile, public access points provided crucial services. Learn more »

New research: User profiles

Who uses public access computers and the Internet? What are their characteristics? Where do they go? Learn more »

Building Digital Communities: A framework for action

A resource for digital inclusion planning in the United States, with a vision, principles, goals, and strategies. Learn more »

Research Highlights

Sithi.org speedgeeking at Open Cambodia 2011.

How can participatory research and design advance innovative technology for transparent, accountable, and democratic governance?

Civil Society 2.0

What role do public libraries play as community resources and technology access points in community and international development?

Future of Libraries

How does ICT affect communication, organization, and action by people-powered social movements?

Social Movements

What makes basic computer training effective? How does training promote employability? What constitutes evidence of success?

Employability

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How have people used public access venues to respond to disasters? What role do social networks and digital technologies play?

Crisis Informatics

How does ICT change peoples’ lives? What are the best ways to measure such changes? As we look forward, how should we invest our resources?

Impact & Evaluation

Recent Updates

TASCHA Talk: Information society statistics and analysis (April 21, 2011)

Immigrant women, e-skills & employability in Europe

People

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Maria Garrido Maria is a research assistant professor at the University of Washington Information School. More »
Rebecca Sears Rebecca is assistant director of the Technology & Social Change Group. More »

What We Do

Conduct research
Support research operations
Manage large, multi-country initiatives
Communicate and mobilize findings to improve policy and practice
Convene TASCHA Talks
Provide opportunities for students to learn and gain practical experience
Build community across the University of Washington