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CapAccess is a developing interactive public access network for
information and education.  It will allow users to access a wide
variety of free public information as well as exchange electronic
messages.  Regardless of their educational, social, or economic
backgrounds, individuals will be able to use this system through
personal or office computers equipped with modems or through terminals
placed in libraries, shopping malls, government buildings, and other
public places.


Information Providers:

Local governments, educational organizations, non-profit institutions,
service groups, federal agencies, and private citizens will provide
information.  Any organization engaged in continued public outreach
will find the network to be a convenient way to distribute schedules
of events, descriptions of programs, names of contact persons, and
other helpful information.  Due to its location in the nation's
capital, CapAccess also will explore the possibilities of acting as a
conduit between the federal community and other developing public
networks around the country.


Information Services:

More than just a series of bulletin boards, CapAccess is part of a
national movement toward free community networks intended to help
citizens with their daily lives.  Information and services currently
provided by similar networks include tax rates, small business
assistance, public transportation schedules, legal advice, banking
rates, listings of support groups, voter registration procedures,
notices of cultural events, and information about various community
organizations and clubs.  In CapAccess's interactive system, users can
receive and send private electronic mail to and from information
providers as well as other users.


Funding:

CapAccess is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, supported entirely
through contributions and volunteer services.  The George Washington
University is providing technical support.  To achieve its broader
aims, CapAccess hopes to work closely with public television,
community access cable, public radio, public voice information
services, and other communications and information entities which
serve the public interest.


How To Get Involved:

Over fifty public and private groups, as well as numerous individuals,
are involved in planning CapAccess.  If you would like to become a
part of the National Capital Area Public Access Network or have any
questions, contact CapAccess at:  The George Washington University,
2130 H Street, NW, Suite 201, Washington, DC 20052, Telephone (202)
986-2065 or capaccess@gwuvm.gwu.edu.