ATTENTION: The Next Broadband Deployment and Implementation Meeting is January 2026. (date/time TBD)
CONNECT DINÉ FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Connect Diné aims to bridge the digital divide and ensure that Diné communities and people have the tools they need to thrive.
Connect Diné is important because it is a coming together of the Navajo tribal government, telecommunications industry, and Dine’ community to expand broadband internet access across the Navajo Nation.
We're working to bring reliable internet service to homes, chapter houses, libraries, schools, businesses, etc, which will open up new opportunities for education, healthcare, economic growth, and cultural preservation.
The internet opens a world of possibilities! It allows you to:
Access online education and learning resources, helping students of all ages achieve their goals.
Shop for goods and services online, making life more convenient, especially for those in remote areas.
Enjoy entertainment like movies and music.
Manage your finances with online banking, work remotely and access new job opportunities.
Connect with family and friends through social media and video calls, which is especially important for maintaining strong kinship ties across distances.
5G has the possibility of enhancing public safety by having faster and more reliable communication for emergency services. It will also improve the ability for emergency notifications to be sent to tribal members.
5G wireless services offer faster speeds and lower latency. This means improved access to telehealth, remote education, public safety alerts, and economic opportunities for people across the Navajo Nation.
With internet access, people in remote areas can connect with healthcare providers through telehealth services, eliminating the need for lengthy and costly travel. This means easier access to appointments, mental health counseling, and even remote monitoring of health conditions.
The Navajo Nation is actively working with several telecommunications providers to expand 5G infrastructure. Connect Diné is also focusing on strategies to ensure equitable access to 5G services across all communities.
While some new towers may be necessary, Connect Diné is exploring options to use existing infrastructure whenever possible. This includes upgrading existing towers and using smaller cell sites to improve coverage. Connect Diné is working to minimize the visual impact on the land.
Connect Diné is dedicated to working with 5G providers who are focusing on strategies that understand the geographical challenges on Navajo land and who can provide access to the Navajo people.
For a smooth online learning or work-from-home experience, you generally need internet speeds of at least 25 100Mbps download and 253 Mbps upload. However, faster speeds are always better, especially if multiple people will be using the internet at the same time.
The most common types of internet in these areas are:
Mobile Broadband: Using your phone's data or connecting an external Mi-Fi device.
Fixed Wireless: Internet-delivered wirelessly through a network of towers, which can be a good option for reaching remote areas where laying cables is complex.
Fiber: High-speed internet delivered through fiber optic cables, providing the fastest and most reliable connection.
Satellite: Internet service delivered from satellites in space, often used in very remote locations where other options aren't available.
We are actively working to expand our network across the Navajo Nation. You can check here for updates on service availability in your area, or sign up for email alerts to be notified when service reaches your community.
Connect Diné is funded through a combination of federal grants, tribal investments, and private partnerships managed with the assistance of the Navajo Nation Broadband Office
