Digital Equity

AI That Reaches Every Island

If access isn't designed for everyone, AI widens gaps. This strategy makes equity a precondition — with the Family Islands and vulnerable learners first.

Equity Strategies

Closing the Divide

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Family Islands First

Prioritized connectivity, offline tools, and support for remote schools.

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Connectivity

Partnerships to extend reliable internet to every school.

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Device Access

Device programs so cost is never the barrier.

Accessibility

Built-in supports (see the accessibility toolbar).

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Inclusive AI

Bias-tested tools that serve diverse Bahamian learners.

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Language Support

Multilingual & reading supports for all learners.

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Students with Disabilities

Assistive-tech compatibility and UDL by design.

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Socioeconomic Equity

Free, school-provided access — no home purchase required.

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Community Partnerships

Libraries, community centers, and NGOs extend access.

Equity as a measured outcome

The strategy tracks an explicit equity gap between high- and low-resource schools and between central and Family Islands (see the Ministry dashboard and M&E KPIs) — so equity progress is visible and accountable, not assumed.