When Townsville was hit by floods in 2019, Tammy Royle had the tech skills to access emergency help. Now she's part of a pilot program helping others living with disability to prepare for natural disasters.
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Ms Royle is now using her experience to help other people with a disability fully prepare themselves for natural disasters. "If people can't access support, it's a really critical situation. A mobile phone or an iPad or computer really is a lifeline for people to stay safe."Ms Moss said the extent of the digital divide came to the fore during the COVID-19 pandemic, when accessing everyday services like telehealth or online grocery shopping became a challenge.
It teaches participants digital skills, including how to access emergency information, essentials like food and medicine, and how to stay connected with family and friends.
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