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Tribal Broadband Bootcamp Empowers 36 Tribes in Michigan

7/9/2025

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The Tribal Broadband Bootcamp in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, is a beacon of hope for 36 Tribes in the Great Lakes, equipping them with essential skills to build their broadband networks. With travel costs covered and training on network management, this initiative has already transformed the lives of over 400 participants from 70 Tribal Nations since 2021, bridging critical connectivity gaps in Indian Country.

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Story summary

The Tribal Broadband Bootcamp in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, is a beacon of hope for 36 Tribes in the Great Lakes, equipping them with essential skills to build their broadband networks. With travel costs covered and training on network management, this initiative has already transformed the lives of over 400 participants from 70 Tribal Nations since 2021, bridging critical connectivity gaps in Indian Country.