Tech Soup

JUNE 4, 2013

As collection and processing of e-waste and discarded electronics in Africa reaches worrisome proportions, industry leaders and policymakers from all over the world are meeting in Cape Town, South Africa on June 7, 2013. A recent UN study finds that domestic consumption is the main contributor to Africa's growing e-waste problem.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 14, 2012

This global Martus meeting brought together individuals who use Martus to address different human rights documentation and security needs in widely varied projects, to share their successes and challenges with the software. And, support from the Open Society Foundation made this event possible!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2018

An Interview with Matt Roberts-Davies , General Manager of M-Changa – an official partner of the 2018 Global Trends in Giving Report. 3) Kenyan data from the 2018 Global Trends in Giving Report is very unique in that 42% of Kenyan donors say the prefer to give cash and 26% prefer to give via mobile payment. 83% regularly vote.

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Candid

MARCH 6, 2023

Yet, by definition, true movements are more than a catchy phrase to solicit donations or promote an event. They are more than short-term protests, jump-on-the-bandwagon commitments, or one-off events. Their development was shepherded by one of the largest, most global organizations out there. And, their impacts last.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

However, with global sea levels still rising rapidly , biodiversity declining at an alarming rate , and the world’s most vulnerable populations bearing the brunt of the climate crisis, it is clear that the efforts of dedicated environmental nonprofits alone are not enough. From nonprofits like 350.org With a digital-first approach, 350.org’s

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Tech Soup

JUNE 4, 2010

This week, several TechSoup Global staffers are participating in Foundation Week in Brussels. Tags: Event. This post comes from GuideStar International chair Buzz Schmidt. Originally publised on the GuideStar International Blog.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Here's a glimpse of what's happening internationally around TechSoup Global: Connecting Up Australia. Read all about the events Connecting Up Australia are putting on for their country's organizations. TechSoup Sweden's Andreas Ericsson built his own Instagram printer for an event. NGO Pulse (South Africa).

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

They are holding digital storytelling events all month! Join our global tweet chat on September 4 for the best examples of nonprofit storytelling. Storymakers Events. We’ve rounded up almost thirty other community nonprofit technology events being held this September, so you’re sure to find something new.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 10, 2013

The weekend event was organized by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy , Code for America , Random Hacks of Kindness , and many other organizations and companies. TechSoup, Caravan Studios , and NetSquared were on the scene to observe and participate in hackathon events all over the country. Leonard Library.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

But did you know that our work is global? That's why TechSoup created NetSquared , our global network of volunteer-led Tech4Good meetups. Our NetSquared leaders are currently holding free events in 24 countries and meet with their local TechSoup partners to collaborate on how to best support nonprofits in their country.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 3, 2015

But perhaps you're leery about attending an event because you're not quite sure what it will be like. Describing NetSquared events is difficult, because each one focuses on a different topic and has a unique flavor set by the organizing team. We''re a [global movement]([link] with chapters in 20 countries.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 1, 2015

NetSquared events come in all shapes and sizes, and we love them all! Join us in Naples, Florida for a Twitter-focused event , a Vancouver social media tune-up with Hootsuite , or a social media surgery in Cambridge or Birmingham. We're a global movement with chapters in 20 countries. Upcoming Events. Newest Groups.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Your local NetSquared group is here to help with free, in-person events being held across the U.S. Orlando's October event explores donation platforms for Giving Tuesday , and in Vancouver, the focus will be on creating effective matching donation campaigns. These are just some of more than 40 events scheduled for October.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 10, 2010

Last week, several TechSoup Global staffers participated in Foundation Week in Brussels. That is one of the conclusions I drew from the Seminar on Science and technology partnerships with Africa: Opportunities for European Foundations. Tags: Event. Originally publised on the GuideStar International Blog.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2014

Are you ready to join a global, Storytelling conversation on Twitter at #Storymakers2014 spanning the globe from India, Libya, Kenya across Europe, Canada and the United States. Then join us September 4, 2014 for an amazing, global conversation. Join us for an hour, or two, or three, or event twelve if you dare!!! South Africa.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

TechSoup Taiwan recently held a Net Tuesday event. What if that time could be spent fighting rainforest destruction and global warming or supporting other environmental and social causes? The other speaker at the TechSoup Taiwan event, Marvin Jeng, was an independent software developer in Taiwan. Gaming for Good Resources.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MAY 17, 2013

A citizen of Paraguay, he is the founder of Fundación Paraguaya , a financially self-sustaining social enterprise that promotes entrepreneurs in Paraguay and Africa through microcredit and entrepreneurship education. and Africa. and Africa.

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Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

The global COVID-19 pandemic didn’t slow the momentum one bit. million metric tons of electronic waste was produced globally in 2019 alone, but only 11.4 Around 37% of global greenhouse gas emissions come from food production, while the U.S. The event gives passionate supporters a way to breathe and reflect.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Our volunteer community leaders are holding free events across the US (and the globe). We're a global movement with chapters in 24 countries. . * **Katharine Bierce** recorded her recent [tech and philanthropy panel]([link]. --> Upcoming Tech4Good Events. The link need to be like so: Africa. Africa and the Middle East.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 27, 2012

seminar that TechSoup Global hosted in collaboration with The Guardian. Some key highlights : Marnie Webb, co-CEO and Paul van Haver, director of global services at TechSoup Global, highlighted the need for charities to help transform the way they engage with and. of their communities. help the public.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

We know that good stories power fundraising and marketing, so join one of our free events to discover powerful case studies and connect with digital storytelling experts in your community. Upcoming Tech4Good Events. Check each month that there are events in each region, and comment out the un-necessary regions. Europe and UK.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 3, 2009

I recently had the opportunity to connect with Avi Kaplan, the Community and Events Director at Epic Change , to discuss the upcoming TweetsGiving campaign and events. TweetsGiving is a global celebration of gratitude and giving on November 24-26. What are you up to right now in Africa? What is TweetsGiving?

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 3, 2009

I recently had the opportunity to connect with Avi Kaplan, the Community and Events Director at Epic Change , to discuss the upcoming TweetsGiving campaign and events. TweetsGiving is a global celebration of gratitude and giving on November 24-26. What are you up to right now in Africa? What is TweetsGiving?

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Forum One

MARCH 8, 2009

Below I outline Project #1 - the "Global Development Commons". Project #1 Global Development Commons. education in Africa? , refugee resettlement in sub Saharan Africa?, Jump Starting the Global Development Commons - Content Ecosystem ?, civic infrastructure? public goods ?, irrigation management in South Asia?

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JANUARY 30, 2010

In the morning, I attended a session put on by the Young Global Leaders with six interesting proposals. I next attended a session on global biodiversity, and ended up talking to two of the three speakers afterwards about our Miradi project and about the software idea from my friends at Waste Concern. Today was an example of this.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 3, 2017

TechSoup's NetSquared community is hosting free monthly technology meetups in 74 cities globally, but with more than 39,000 members, it can be hard to get a sense of the community's needs. We asked NetSquared members why they attend our meetup events. Or, better still, why don't you join us at our next event?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Globally, 1 in 3 girls around the world is denied an education by the daily realities of poverty, violence and discrimination. Every day, girls are taken out of school, married far too young, and subjected to violence in school.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 8, 2015

NetSquared holds free or low-cost educational events for people and organizations who want to learn more about using technology for social good. Our events are powered by a global network of volunteers dedicated to building strong, self-sufficient, local communities of nonprofit technology practitioners. Event Reports.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 4, 2016

NetSquared holds free or low-cost educational events for people who want to use technology for good. Our live, in-person events are hosted by a global network of volunteers dedicated to building strong, self-sufficient local communities of nonprofit technology practitioners. Upcoming Events. Africa and Middle East.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

But supporting a rapidly expanding global network of volunteers is difficult, so we've enlisted seven of our most engaged organizers to act as Regional Ambassadors. February may be a short month, but already, more than 26 events have been scheduled, with more being posted daily. Upcoming Events. Africa + Middle East.

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Tech Soup

MAY 7, 2013

I'm going to blow your mind by sharing some stats and our May events. NetSquared Local groups hold monthly in-person events for anyone interested in the connection of technology and social impact. Check out our map of events to find your closest group. Number of events held: 38. Johannesburg, South Africa.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 14, 2015

TechSoup's NetSquared is a global network of nonprofit technology meetups. Every month we hold free training and networking events in cities across the United States (and the globe!). Upcoming Events. Check each month that there are events in each region, and comment out the un-necessary regions. Asia and Pacific Rim.

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Everyaction

JUNE 20, 2018

Refugees International ’s website, there are currently over 65 million people across the world who are displaced by war, conflict and persecution, and tens of millions more who have been displaced by climate events and natural disasters. Refugees International was founded in 1979 as a citizens’ movement to protect Indochinese refugees.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 1, 2017

That's why TechSoup supports a global network of tech trainers called NetSquared. Each month, more than 70 groups hold free events in 24 countries. We've already scheduled 66 events for June, and the month is just beginning. Search for your city on NetSquared.org to find your closest event. Africa and Middle East.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 1, 2017

Upcoming Tech4Good Events. This roundup of face-to-face nonprofit tech events includes meetups from NetSquared , NTEN's Tech Clubs , and other awesome organizations. If you're holding monthly events gathering the #nptech community, let me know , and I'll include you in the next community calendar. Europe and UK.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 1, 2016

That's why each month NetSquared organizers in 60 cities across the globe host networking events for the nonprofit tech community. We've scheduled 46 events for June, and the month is just beginning. Search for your city on NetSquared.org to find your closest event. The link need to be like so: Africa.

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Tech Soup

MAY 9, 2016

There are free workshops and networking events happening in cities across the globe this month. We know that good stories power fundraising and marketing, so join one of our events to discover powerful case studies and connect with digital storytelling experts in your community. We're a global movement with chapters in 20 countries.

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