If someone you know is missing out on the internet, they're missing out on loads of ways to make their life easier and more enjoyable.
On the 30th October the clocks go back and we all have an extra hour. Imagine how exciting it would be if we all used this time to help someone get started online.
Help someone you know get online; it could change their life. Find out how and pledge an hour of your time.
Alternatively if you're looking for some help, click here to find your nearest computer course. If you would like to see our useful links to help both teachers and learners click here
There are still 8.7 million people in the UK who’ve never made a free Skype call to a loved one, explored their interests or got a great deal online. In fact, in the UK:
If you've got a relation, friend or neighbour who is missing out on the internet, they’re missing out on loads of ways to make their life easier and more enjoyable. If you can Give an hour to get someone you know online, or Give an hour to volunteer at a local event or place near you, get in touch with us at www.go-on.co.uk/giveanhour!
Why not see how Martha Lane Fox is going to give her hour - click here
There are over 3,800 UK online centres across England, and 1,500 BBC First Click centres across the UK that offer people free or low cost help and support to start using the internet. Use the search facility to the right to find your nearest free Online Centre.
Many UK online centres are based in local libraries or community centres, and the friendly staff are supported by the great resources on www.go-on.co.uk.
BBC First Click and UK online centres are inviting internet beginners to pop along to a free internet taster session. Call freephone 0800 77 1234 to find your nearest event.
The internet has such a vast array of things you can do that it can become daunting to use it. We’ve put together a small list with some website you may find useful. These resources can be used for both learner and trainer - if you’re not sure how to use these websites why not book in to find your nearest free computer training course click here.
Looking to take the plunge to order your shopping online, try:
www.tesco.co.ukFind your perfect job by looking online to suit your needs:
http://jobseekers.direct.gov.ukStay healthly, find your local GP or buy products to help you.
www.nhs.ukResearch your family tree with the help of the internet.
www.ancestory.co.ukWe have compiled a list of useful links to help you along your way of either pledging an hour or getting help for an hour. Please see below for a full list of what is available:
Give an Hour
www.go-on.co.uk
The official Give an Hour website, pledge your hour directly to them or find out more information on how to get free computer help.
Get online
http://www.ukonlinecentres.com/get-online-free-courses-help-support.html
Whether you’re a complete beginner or just want to learn more about how to use the internet then you’ve come to the right place.
Get online - Free marketing materials
http://www.ukonlinecentres.com/campaigns/marketing-materials.html
On this page you’ll find loads of great downloadable marketing items that will help you spread the word about Get online week.
Get online - Learning and Session plans
http://www.ukonlinecentres.com/campaigns/learning-materials.html
This year’s campaign is all about new learners spending an hour in your centre, and we’ve got some great materials to help you make the most of your 60 minutes with them!
Race Online 2012
http://raceonline2012.org
Race Online 2012 is trying to get the whole of the UK online - 1.3 million people extra people around the UK have logged on since 2009 - only 8.7 million still to go!
Supported by Councillor Michael Gbadebo | www.mygh.co.uk