; (B) to support and encourage the understanding and development of— (i) data collection that provides clarity with respect to inequities and community needs in order to promote digital equity, digital inclusion, and digital literacy; and (ii) policies that make regulation more effective and efficient by leveraging the data collection efforts described in clause (i) for the regulation of relevant technology sectors; (C) for writing, editing, printing, publishing, and selling books and other materials relating to efforts carried out by the Foundation, the Department, or the Commission; and (D) to conduct other activities to carry out and support the mission of the Foundation described in subsection (c)(1). (8) Evaluations The Foundation shall support the development of an evaluation methodology, to be used as part of any program supported by the Foundation, that shall— (A) consist of qualitative and quantitative metrics; (B) include periodic third party evaluation of the programs and other activities of the Foundation; and (C) be made publicly available. (9) Communications The Foundation shall develop an expertise in communications to— (A) disseminate awareness of funding opportunities among community-based organizations that serve covered populations