Policy number:
2016-8-3
Convention:
2016
Preamble:
WHEREAS the topics of Broadband and Internet are relatively new to seniors, and
WHEREAS there is an increasing reliance on electronic/digital communications by governments, agencies and much commerce happens by digital devices, and
WHEREAS seniors are a significant group of home internet users, and
WHEREAS social isolation is identified as a contributing factor in deteriorating seniors’ health
Policy:
That the leadership of the National Pensioners Federation arrange for educational materials about the relevance of ‘Broadband and Net Neutrality’ and the implications of zero rating be compiled and made available to member organizations. This can be done through the newsletter.
