Beginning January 2026, the University of Maryland Extension (UME) Marylanders Online Digital Literacy Project will enter a planned transition phase that will continue through December 2026. During this time, the project will operate at reduced capacity and shift to a consultative model focused on long-term sustainability, resource refinement, and program quality.
While day-to-day operations will be scaled back during this transition, Marylanders Online remains committed to supporting digital literacy efforts across the state and ensuring that essential tools and services remain available to Maryland residents and community partners.
For additional information about this transition phase, please refer to the additional information provided on this page.
Partners: please complete this brief form to help guide future program efforts.
Transition Timeline
Through December 31, 2025: Full staff, operations, and programming continue.
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026: Reduced staff and limited operational capacity.
Program & Service Continuation
Tech Helpline
The Marylanders Online Tech Helpline will remain open with adjusted hours that will be announced in January 2026.
Residents will continue to receive one-on-one digital support, including accessibility and language assistance.
Clear escalation pathways will remain in place for partners who need additional support.
Resources & Curricula
Digital literacy resources, including the website, Get Help and Give Help curricula, facilitator guides, and program materials, will continue to be available to partners and the public.
Digital inclusion-related events, news, and resources will continue to be shared on the Marylanders Online website calendar, in the newsletter, and on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Partners are encouraged to submit events to the calendar here. Digital inclusion resources, programs, and related updates can be shared by email to MarylandersOnline@umd.edu
Resource and workshop recordings will remain posted on the UME Marylanders Online YouTube channel.
For quick access to all program resources and materials, visit the Marylanders Online Linktree: https://linktr.ee/marylandersonline.
Project Team & Oversight
A limited number of UME staff will remain throughout 2026 to maintain oversight of
Marylanders Online Navigator Education Toolkit (MONET) train-the-trainer program
Digital Asset Map and AI-projects
Website and resource updates
Additional projects related to data collection, presentations, capacity building, and sustainability.
The Future of Marylanders Online
As Marylanders Online enters this new phase, the project remains committed to supporting the resources, services, and partnerships that advance digital opportunities. The efforts outlined above will ensure that UME Marylanders Online resources remain up to date, accessible, and sustainable.
The University of Maryland Extension extends its appreciation to all partners and community collaborators who have worked collectively to expand digital access and build digital skills across Maryland. Together, these efforts advance the shared goal of ensuring all Marylanders can fully engage in the educational, economic, social, and civic benefits of technology and the internet.
For general inquiries, please contact MarylandersOnline@umd.edu.
For programming support and coordination, please contact Isaias Tesfalidet, Project Director at itesfali@umd.edu, or contact the Marylanders Online Helpline at 1-866-206-8467.
University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.