Ordnance Survey agrees exciting charity partnership with Scope
Press Office
Ordnance Survey (OS) has chosen Scope as its new corporate charity partner to support its mission to grow digital inclusion in Britain.
Working with disabled people, Scope is dedicated to driving change in society and creating an equal future for all.
Staff at OS voted to partner with Scope after being impressed by the work it does to provide digital access for disabled people across the UK, and by the way it delivers accessible online learning, careers guidance, CV support and interview preparation, helping disabled people progress into education, training and employment.
As Ordnance Survey’s charity of the year, Scope offers a wealth of resources and expertise, to help make digital inclusion a reality. The charity has eLearning platforms, digital inclusion training sessions and ongoing support, available for partners.
"We were blown away by Scope’s application and the way it demonstrated the real impact its work has had in helping disabled people in Britain. We are so excited to join forces to create an even bigger impact over the next two years, particularly in tackling digital exclusion that many disabled people experience. Here at OS, we’re all looking forward to creating some fun, accessible and memorable fundraising events for Scope. We cannot wait to get started. "
"We’re very proud to be Ordnance Survey’s chosen charity for the next two years. We’re really looking forward to helping them to make digital inclusion for their colleagues and customers a reality. The impact of the fundraising activities they’re planning, cannot be underestimated. Together we can ensure that more disabled people have the tools, support, and accessible technology needed to explore, connect with, and influence the world around them. Scope believes that disabled people should be able to navigate the world equally. Yet for millions, digital exclusion remains a major barrier to accessing information, community resources, employment, services and education. Our work directly tackles these barriers so disabled people can confidently connect with the places, opportunities, and services that matter most to them."
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For more information about Scope please contact: Scope Press Office, pressoffice@scope.org.uk or call 020 7619 7200
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