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Nepal Earthquake Roundup: Emergency Fundraising Attention Cycle

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Image Source: ntegrity. Colleague Brian Reich said he would like to see a networked approach to the disaster relief , “A few respond quickly and raise funds, others use the awareness that comes from a disaster to educate, over time you have others who focus on keeping people connected as new issues arrive.

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Nepal Earthquake: How You Can Help

Tech Soup

We at TechSoup are deeply saddened at the news of the devastating earthquake in Nepal. Here are some ways to give: Charity Navigator compiled a list of vetted charities that are helping with relief efforts and allow donors to designate their donations specifically for this disaster. Donate to Organizations Providing Relief.

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How Emerging Tech Is Changing Disaster Relief

Tech Soup

I thought it would be interesting to look at some recent examples of emerging technology for disaster relief in action. Earlier this year, I attended an event organized by the Red Cross to brainstorm and develop ideas surrounding emerging technology and disaster relief. Drones in Nepal. 7 Promising Technologies Identified.

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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. Assessing disaster-stricken areas. Conservation mapping and 3D imaging. Drones being used in disaster situations include the following. What Are Drones, Anyway?

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The Commons Introduces Grassroots Mobile Survey

Saleforce Nonprofit

While the image of a volunteer holding a clipboard may spring to mind, we all know that it’s an inefficient method for collecting and processing data. Trish Perkins (TP): I was working with a disability nonprofit in Nepal that wanted to put together a database of people who needed their services. TP: It’s the flexibility of use.

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How the NetSquared Challenges Have Accelerated Tech for Good

Tech Soup

" Ushahidi has since supported critical information gathering to provide a picture of human needs for many natural disasters, political violence, and human rights violations. million posts or testimonies on Ushahidi to benefit an estimated 20 million people in stricken areas like Haiti in 2010 and Nepal in 2015. spanhidden.