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Senior digital inclusion initiatives in Chile

Overview

In August 2026, the University of Chile’s OpenBeauchef innovation center launched the 2026 edition of ‘OpenSeniors: Formación para Grandes’. Supported by Entel’s ‘Fondo 55+’, the program opened 350 training spots for individuals aged 55 to 70 to improve digital literacy, productivity, and artificial intelligence skills through a virtual platform.

By September 2026, Entel expanded its efforts by announcing a collaborative ecosystem with the goal of digitalizing 370,000 older adults by 2030. This initiative addresses the gap in daily internet usage among those over 60 in Chile. Through the second iteration of the ‘Fondo 55+’ program, Entel and Banco Falabella allocated 360 million pesos to support high-impact solutions. The strategy involves a network of NGOs, municipalities, universities, and private sector partners to promote autonomy and well-being for seniors through technology.

Entities

Entel · Universidad de Chile · UN Global Compact · OpenSeniors · OpenBeauchef

Timeline

  1. 8 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Entel launches initiative to digitalize 370,000 seniors by 2030

    Entel aims to digitalize 370,000 older adults in Chile by 2030 through its Fondo 55+ initiative and a collaborative ecosystem involving various public and private sectors.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    OpenSeniors launches digital training program for seniors in Chile

    The University of Chile's OpenBeauchef has launched the 2026 OpenSeniors call, offering 350 training spots in digital tools and AI for people aged 55-70 to reduce the digital divide.

Sources

pactoglobal.cl · tcsahora.com