Enhancing the flow of information and communication in under-served areas of developing countries is the goal of Melanie Edwards' Digital Vision Fellowship. In particular, her project addresses two key areas of information and communication flow: Access and Usage.

With regards to Access, Edwards is implementing low-cost, wireless connectivity in telecommunication and community centers in remote areas. Once connectivity is established, low-cost Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) are then integrated. Using PDAs, local entrepreneurs extend information and communication beyond the 'hub' and into the community.

As for Usage, Edwards is analyzing how the technology and Internet are being used. What content is in greatest demand in these locales? Health, Entertainment, Government services, Business, Agriculture? Who are the primary users? The 'digital inclusion' of illiterate and geographically remote individuals is central to her Fellowship project.

Media Mobile is being piloted in Brazil. Partners include local Computer-Based Training schools and telecommunication centers with regional networks. The long-term objective is to roll-out the project's template design into other countries where access to the Internet is limited yet need for information and communication is high.