Telecentre

Telecenter is a resident facility where they can interact, learn, work and play using computers, internet and various other information and communication technology. Although different forms, telecenters have the special characteristic that is supportive of community empowerment activities such as assisting health improvement activities, education and economic development; promote public participation in national life, democracy and development; enhance community capacity in the organization and conduct of business; increase the participation of youth / girls and women; reduce isolation and decrease the digital divide; etc..

Some characteristics of a successful telecenter is as follows:

* Held by the public and financed by mutual cooperation
* Service can be trusted communication and information
* Services are useful and appropriate to the needs of residents
* Residents participate actively in the implementation of telecenter services
* Transparent in terms of administration and finance

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