OUR WORK
THE HIVE: WHERE COMMUNITY
MEETS TECHNOLOGY
Hives are safe and welcoming spaces where wonder is sparked, where people can explore tech, access training, and gain comfort and confidence being online.
IDIA works with communities to co-create welcoming spaces and resources that fit seamlessly into existing ecosystems. From community centers, to affordable housing complexes, to senior centers, food banks and shelters for the unhoused, we meet people where they are, and Hives are a turnkey solution for achieving meaningful impact.
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Accessible
• Get free access to digital devices like tablets, laptops and desktops.
• Explore emerging technologies, such as virtual reality and 3D printing.
Friendly
• Free, friendly Digital Navigators are available to assist community members with technology 1-on-1.
Supportive
• Get support to help you navigate your own devices, like smartphones, tablets, and laptops.
Education
• Learning opportunities for digital world essentials and internet safety.
creative
• Creative digital skill-building experiences, like how to create a podcast or build an app.
our Hive locations
Please note all locations are closed for federal holidays
The Hive at Aeroterra
Inside Aeroterra Community Center in Edison-Eastlake
1725 E McKinley Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85006
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mondays + Wednesday + Thursday 12pm-6pm
Tuesday + Friday 10am-4pm
Second Saturday of each month 10am-2pm
The Hive at CTEC
Inside Emmett McLoughlin Community Training and Education Center
1150 S. 7th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mondays + Wednesday + Thursday 12pm-6pm
Tuesday + Friday 10am-4pm
First Saturday of each month 10am-2pm
The Hive at Guadalupe South Mountain
Inside South Mountain Community College’s Guadalupe Center
9233 S Avenida del Yaqui, Guadalupe, Arizona 85283
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mondays + Wednesday + Thursday 12pm-6pm
Tuesday + Friday 10am-4pm
Third Saturday of each month 10am-2pm
The Hive at EnVision Center
1310 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, Arizona 85281
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mondays + Wednesday + Thursday 12pm-6pm
Tuesday + Friday 10am-4pm
Fourth Saturday of each month 10am-2pm
The Hive at Chandler San Marcos
Next to San Marcos Elementary School
451 W Frye Rd, Chandler AZ 85225
Coming Soon
Mobile Hive
Digital
navigators
Our Digital Navigators are here to make technology more approachable and understandable for all community members. They serve as mentors, guides, and facilitators in the journey towards achieving digital confidence. Our goal is to ensure experiences for digital empowerment are accessible to all.
Personalized Support
Digital Navigators provide one-on-one assistance, tailoring their approach to meet the unique needs.
Youth and Adult Education
Our team includes experts for all ages and education levels, ensuring that our support is age-appropriate, engaging, and effective.
We develop a range of resources that cover essential topics including online safety, basic tech skills, and advanced digital competencies – all designed to lay a strong foundation of knowledge and confidence.
Classes and Workshops
Choose from a variety of experiences that cater to different interests and learning styles, from hands-on sessions to open discussions.
Collaborative Learning
Group discussions and sessions provide opportunities for residents to learn from each other, share experiences, and master new skills.
Community Voice
Digital Navigators gather feedback from community members to continually improve the program, ensuring it remains relevant and effective.
Telehealth ACCESS
Advancing healthcare access for all to improve individual and societal wellbeing
“Telehealth utilization has stabilized at levels 38 times higher than before the pandemic.” (McKinsey)
Telehealth is broadening access to healthcare services, especially for individuals in rural and underserved areas where transportation is a barrier and medical facilities may be hard to access.
There is a 15% reduction in hospital readmission rates among patients who use telehealth services. (Journal of the American Medical Association)
Telehealth can reduce healthcare costs by minimizing the need for in-person visits and can improve the overall management of chronic diseases — which makes it a vital resource for all communities.
get telehealth support from Digital HEALTH Navigators
Digital Health Navigators provide support for people learning to navigate tele-healthcare systems and spaces. From accessing a patient portal to having a virtual doctor’s visit, digital health navigators ensure that healthcare is uninterrupted and community members have the skills needed to take control of their physical and mental health.