Come meet Rebecca Jinnette, our dynamic and innovative license partner. As a Digital Skills Agent within the NC Cooperative Extension, she has breathed new life into her community in Bertie County, North Carolina. Through her commitment, she facilitates access to technologies for seniors and accompanies them in their adoption of digital tools. Discover how her work transforms lives and creates essential connections within her region.
Rebecca Jinnette is a dedicated digital skills agent, working for the NC Digital Futures program in Bertie County, North Carolina. Thanks to her passion for teaching and her innovative approach, she has managed to set up enriching technology workshops for the seniors in her community. Her involvement in the Senior Planet licensing program has allowed her to acquire essential tools to develop training that meets the specific needs of older adults.
impact on the local community
Since joining the licensing program, Rebecca has seen a significant change in the engagement of her community. She has organized captivating classes, such as Tech Tips for Disaster Preparedness, which were met with great success following Hurricane Helene. These sessions not only taught participants how to prepare for emergencies, but they also strengthened the social bond between participants, each sharing their own experiences and concerns.
testimonials and feedback
Feedback from participants in Rebecca’s workshops is overwhelmingly positive. Many describe her as an inspiring trainer, capable of making technical subjects accessible and exciting. Testimonials reflect her influence and ability to captivate her audience. Rebecca firmly believes that senior education should not be limited to digital skills, but should extend to a better understanding of their technological environment, boosting their self-confidence and independence.
In the beautiful region of Bertie County, North Carolina, Rebecca Jinnette stands out as a digital skills agent, bringing a touch of innovation and humanity to technology teaching for seniors. Through her commitment to providing equal access to technology, she perfectly embodies the values of the Senior Planet licensing program.
Since her involvement in the program, Rebecca has observed a significant impact in her rural community. She has succeeded in bringing residents together around classes like “Tech Tips for Disaster Preparedness,” demonstrating the importance of tailoring content to local realities and needs. By sharing personal stories and encouraging authentic exchanges, Rebecca creates an environment where learning becomes a collective experience.
Her passion for educating seniors goes beyond simply transmitting skills. Rebecca aims to promote inclusivity, ensuring that everyone feels valued and welcome in her classes. Her own awareness of linguistic biases has transformed her teaching approach, allowing her to communicate better with her students, thereby proving that self-assessment is essential in the learning process.
With a rich and engaging content program, Rebecca understands the importance of offering topics that capture her learners’ interests. This approach increases community engagement and breaks the social isolation often felt by seniors. In this regard, she has become a catalyst for change, demonstrating that education is not only a tool for personal development but also a gateway to meaningful and enriching interactions.
