SUNSHINE COAST entrepreneur Andrea Martins is one of 18 Queenslanders named by the Palaszczuk government as Advance Queensland Community Digital Champions in recognition of their contribution to improving digital inclusion across the state.

Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy Leeanne Enoch praised the new Champions for their role as advocates of digital technologies, leading the way in their local communities.

"The digital world is an integral part of Queensland's economic future and social fabric, one that needs to be embraced by every Queenslander, no matter where they live,” Ms Enoch said.

"A prosperous Queensland needs a vibrant and active digital community, so it's essential that all of our citizens have the confidence and skills to be a part of this community, and that is what the Community Digital Champions program is all about.

"The program provides an opportunity for positive community digital role models to share inspirational stories and experiences with others in their local community and encourage online participation.

"Each digital champion will reach into their community to improve the digital literacy, inclusion and adoption of more Queensland businesses and citizens.”

Visit http://advance.qld.gov.au/innovation-movement/digital-champions.aspx