Colt joins The Purpose Coalition’s Breaking Down Barriers Commission to Champion Goal 10: Closing the Digital Divide
Colt Technology Services has joined forces with The Purpose Coalition to become a commissioner on Goal 10 of the Purpose Goals framework: Closing the Digital Divide. This collaboration will see Colt contribute to the Breaking Down Barriers Commission, helping to tackle the inequalities in access to digital infrastructure and skills that are critical to unlocking opportunities in today’s economy.
The Purpose Coalition’s Breaking Down Barriers Commission brings together purpose-led organisations committed to dismantling the structural barriers preventing individuals from achieving their full potential. With its extensive expertise in cutting-edge digital connectivity and its global presence, Colt is uniquely positioned to lead the charge in addressing digital exclusion and fostering greater access to technology.
Rt Hon Justine Greening, Chair of The Purpose Coalition said: “Access to reliable digital infrastructure and digital skills is no longer a luxury but a necessity for participation in modern life. Colt’s role as a commissioner on Goal 10 will be instrumental in driving forward solutions to bridge the digital divide. Its leadership in connectivity and innovation will bring invaluable insights to the Breaking Down Barriers Commission, helping to create a fairer, more inclusive digital future.”
Nick Forbes CBE, Chair of the Breaking Down Barriers Commission, added: “The digital divide remains one of the most pressing challenges in addressing inequality across our society. By joining the Commission, Colt is making a powerful commitment to ensuring that everyone, regardless of their background, has access to the opportunities that technology can unlock. I look forward to working closely with Colt as we develop impactful, sustainable strategies to break down this critical barrier.”
Keri Gilder, Chief Executive Officer of Colt added: “At Colt, we believe that connectivity is a fundamental enabler of opportunity. By joining The Purpose Coalition and supporting its Breaking Down Barriers Commission, we are reinforcing our commitment to bridging the digital divide and ensuring that everyone, regardless of their background, has access to the tools and skills they need to thrive in a digital world.”
The partnership will focus on developing a blueprint across Colt’s activities through the lens of their customers, colleagues, and the communities they operate in, aiming to break down barriers to opportunity for all. This blueprint will serve as a model for creating impactful change, which will be shared across The Purpose Coalition’s wider network, with policymakers, and beyond, to drive systemic improvements in access to digital connectivity and opportunity. Colt’s involvement underscores the critical role that businesses can play in fostering social mobility and enabling equal opportunities through technology.
