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Marlete could not afford internet access, leaving her isolated. Now she is online, building skills and helping her daughter.

This story

In London, Marlete struggled to access the internet due to financial barriers, leaving her unable to reach essential online services, manage welfare or help her daughter with schoolwork. She registered with Skills Enterprise, receiving one-to-one training sessions, welfare guidance and free data from the National Databank. Now confident online, she manages her benefits applications, takes on digital learning and supports her daughter's homework.

Where you could take it

Join Marlete at home to see how she uses the internet to help her daughter with schoolwork and manage everyday tasks.

Where it happens

London

The charity

https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/

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