The Digital Equity Accelerator, a project of the Aspen Institute in collaboration with HP, Inc., works to advance social and economic equality by investing in nonprofits and NGOs that are accelerating digital inclusion. Founded in 2022, the Accelerator has successfully helped seven organizations from India, Morocco, and the United States scale, increasing their cumulative reach by 1.7 million people and counting. In 2023, the Accelerator expanded its programming to ten organizations across Malaysia, Mexico, and South Africa.

La Cana was one of four Mexican organizations selected to continue and accelerate education and training programs for women deprived of liberty and released from prison, working to improve their social integration and allowing them to support their families upon their release.

The NGOs were chosen from among 120 applicants in a process that prioritized reach, impact, commitment to digital equity, and meaningful connections to the communities they serve. They will receive technology solutions from HP; around $100,000 USD in direct capacity-building support; and access to a strong network of international leaders, mentors, and coaches with experience in technology, social innovation, nonprofit management, and social impact. Additionally, the Accelerator will provide those selected with opportunities for visibility on a global stage, including connections with local and international media.

HP is powering the Accelerator with technology solutions for each participating organization, in line with its commitment to advance digital equity for 150 million people around the world by 2030.