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Data Digest: Moneyball Giving, Data and Philanthropy, Data for Africa

Tech Soup

The rational for "seeing data as a state" rather than a donor in Africa to help answer policymakers questions is also explained. Seeing Like a State in Africa: Data Needed. Data philanthropy efforts are reviewed and advice for writing about data is offered. Data and Philanthropy. The New Science of Giving.

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Nonprofit Technology News for May 2013: Free WiFi in Forbes Magazine and Braille Phones

Tech Soup

This month the news is about WiFi embedded in a magazine, Braille smartphones, ultramobile devices, innovation in Eastern Europe, Windows 8 Apps for Social Good Winners, a new Pinterest analytics tool, the emergence of digital wallets, and Ginny Mies pick for the mobile app of the month. Yes that's right.

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Why Engaging Your Volunteers Will Help Your NPO Thrive

NonProfit Hub

This article was originally published in our April/May issue of Nonprofit Hub Magazine. HALO, which works with disadvantaged youth in Missouri and Africa, gives this award as part of a handful of awards at an annual happy hour to honor the volunteers. “We Sign up to get a free issue delivered to your mailbox.

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Schwab Social Entrepreneurs Summit 2007

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

This content has been driven by requests from the SEs themselves, looking for help in developing their leadership style and their organizations. Schwab Foundation board members Paolo Coehlo (the noted Brazilian author), Zanelle Mbeki (first lady of South Africa) and Hilde Schwab, the co-founder of the Schwab Foundation.

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How Drones Are Being Used to Benefit Humankind

Tech Soup

However, drones are also being used for humanitarian purposes, such as delivering aid, tracking environmental conditions, and helping out in disaster relief. In Africa, conservation drones are being used to locate rhinoceros poachers. Foreign Policy magazine's Predators for Peace Drones is a short history of humanitarian drones.

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The Steep Challenges of Philanthropy to the Muslim World

Tech Soup

to report on Tech for Good trends and also to find out how things are going in one of the most challenging areas of philanthropy: providing much needed help and support to people in the Muslim world. TechSoup Global’s Dara Westling attended the recent Global Donors Forum in Washington, D.C. Dara Westling.

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Mastering the Art of Work/Life Balance in a Digital World

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

I was seeking a way to combine my interest in technology and helping people. Since that time, I’ve been involved in the sector helping organizations with a wide range of communications and technology challenges. I also find it helpful to set healthy boundaries around my tech use. I also love Kyle Cease’s Youtube channel.

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