Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 2, 2014

One thing I realized is that training social workers receive as part of their education is also very relevant for change makers inside of nonprofits, consultants, and trainers. In an educational setting, it boils down to praising people for the process versus the end result. or “On what social channel can I find my audience?”.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 1, 2017

TechSoup's NetSquared meetups will bring local nonprofits free digital storytelling workshops in more than 40 cities between August and October. Storymakers presents a unique opportunity to participate in storytelling education and capacity-building with a focus on using Adobe Spark to create social media graphics. Mukono, Uganda.

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sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2024

Educate Your nonprofit organization should invest in training and continuing education for staff members as often as possible. In addition, a nonprofit should understand the options its technology vendor offers for ongoing training.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 27, 2015

I just returned from doing two days of facilitating a Networked Nonprofit training in Mexico City with Oxfam Mexico and participants from offices throughout Latin America, South America, and Caribbean. The workshop was a tango dance between English and Spanish — and it worked! I do not speak Spanish.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 5, 2011

But the best part was the chance to work with Ellie Schindelman , director of education, who is a dynamic trainer – on the design of the program. 1. Deep Analysis of Your Audience: I always (try) to do a thorough participant assessment before I teach any workshop or do a presentation. I play a little PowerPoint Karoke.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Here are some suggestions to get started: Educational Endeavors: Host webinars and workshops spotlighting influential Latino figures who have added value to America’s prosperity. These events can help educate participants about the Latino community’s role in shaping the nation. Flipcause is here to help.

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Nimble AMS

MAY 5, 2023

Content is still king and thought leaders showcasing their expertise by hosting podcasts or publishing a book, enables industry thought leaders to then enter the professional education space, directly competing with the bread and butter of many traditional associations. Level up onboarding.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Here are ways nonprofits can contribute to the preservation of local journalism: Funding and grants: Nonprofits with education missions can apply for the available Press Forward funding and secure a five-year grant. This can include internships, research partnerships, and educational initiatives.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 28, 2016

Earlier this month I was in Boston for the annual convention for Americans for the Arts where I facilitated a leadership development pre-conference workshop, “Impact without Burnout: Resilient Arts Leaders from the Inside/Out.” The five different styles included: Educator, Creator, Visionary, Organizer, and Creator.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 1, 2023

LGBTQIA+ individuals often encounter discrimination, prejudice, and unequal treatment in various aspects of their lives, including education, employment, healthcare, and housing. These organizations work tirelessly to provide advocacy, education, healthcare, mental health support, and legal assistance.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 12, 2023

For example, Mary Sheehan is a product marketing leader for Adobe who started a Women in Product Marketing podcast, wrote a book, and is now offering an education cohort for product marketers that is in direct competition with the Product Marketing Alliance. Emphasize digital-first. Level up onboarding.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

This three-day event will provide on-site workshop training, exclusive previews of upcoming Qgiv tools and features, opportunities to network with other fundraisers, earn CFRE credit and more! To learn more about Qgiv Conference 2024, read the full press release or go to the conference website by clicking the links below.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This might mean educational resources, research reports, and industry insights that non-members cannot access. Training and Workshops Your nonprofit can offer training programs and workshops where members enhance their skills and industry knowledge. Here are three different ways you can do that.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 29, 2016

Note from Beth: At this year’s Nonprofit Technology Conference, I was lucky to co-design and facilitate a session on technology training with colleagues John Kenyon, Cindy Leonard and Jeanne Allen. How to Be a Wizard at Tech Training Design and Delivery guest post by Cindy Leonard and Jeanne Allen.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 22, 2010

Earlier this week I had the opportunity to deliver a half-day training workshop for staff members working at Junior Achievement Offices at their worldwide conference. This workshop is called “ Becoming A Networked Nonprofit: Using Social Media Strategically.&#. Becoming A Networked Nonprofit. Leveraging the Network.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 30, 2021

With a one lump project, often through an RFP, vendors have to price according to the worst-case scenario, and scope changes and schedule overruns are more likely due to all the “educated guessing” involved. Will reconfiguration, data cleanup or training on our current tech be just as impactful?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 10, 2022

At this year’s event you can connect with the global community in a few new ways: Community innovation chats, opportunities to ask a product expert for real-time answers to your questions, hands-on training, and learning labs. Reason #3: Learning Labs & Hands-On Training. You spoke and we listened. Reason #4: The Cloud.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

At this year’s Council on Foundations conference in New Orleans, I had the honor of doing a mini-workshop for CEOs of Community Foundations as part of a half-day pre-conference session organized by the Knight Digital Media Center called “Digital Strategies for Community Foundations.” This takes patience.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

When colleague Dan Cohen told me of his recent experience using guided imagery in a social media workshop, I thought it was definitely valuable to share with others. A powerful lesson hit home during a recent two-day training. Seeing Social Media Success Before It Happens by Dan Cohen. Examine all the reasons it was such a success.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Thankfully, there are many free or inexpensive training programs that can help you polish your technology skills. TechSoup's Tech Training for Nonprofits and Libraries. Learn how to implement and conduct effective tech training for your nonprofit or library staff! Register now for online training.

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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. Las Vegas, Nevada: Office 365 for Nonprofit Workshop — FREE! — An Inclusive, Interactive Workshop. Naples, Florida: Office 365 Workshop in Immokalee and Online. Hamra, Lebanon: FREE Design Basics Workshop.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 17, 2016

I traveled with a team of Advisers to conduct an interactive “Tech2Empower” workshop for leaders of anti-trafficking and women’s rights NGOs. Advisers contribute their skills and expertise to provide training and mentoring to help amplify the work of anti-trafficking organizations in Cambodia.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2021

Nonprofits, education institutions, and corporations alike are recognizing their roles in creating a more sustainable future. Below are resources for companies, nonprofits, and education institutions alike to deepen their commitment to the environment: Sustainability Cloud. From nonprofits like 350.org About the Author.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 22, 2023

Investing eight hours to attend the annual board retreat and strategic planning workshop allows board members to contribute their insights, ideas, and expertise. Becoming educated: Lifelong learning and growth Successful board members invest in their personal and professional development to better serve the organization.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Last week, I was honored to do the keynote workshop at the Peel Leadership Center’s TimeOut Conference in Toronto, Canada. I was invited to teach an interactive workshop based on The Happy Healthy Nonprofit on how to link self-care with well being in the workplace. Bringing Movement Into the Workshop. Source: Sitkicker.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Flickr Photo: Illustration of Participant's Learning Questions Earlier this month, we piloted the first two-day workshop on social media strategy and tools for NTEN 's WeAreMedia project. I was pleased with workshop, even though it was the first time and that is always difficult because instruction improves with feedback from learners.

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Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Training and education tools: Provide members with an easy-to-use training platform that integrates with relevant systems, like a learning management system. Another crucial part of using any association management tool is correctly training your team to use it.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 18, 2013

Casella, who has worked in special education for 50 years, discussed the different kinds of technology the Bridge School uses with its students. With advanced technology, the students are empowered with mobility, education, and communication. The teachers and specialists also publish research and findings on the Bridge School website.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

When I design and facilitate meeting for clients, board meetings, or as part of a workshop, webinar or other training, I’m always looking for new ideas for facilitation and interactive processes. If you facilitate meetings, trainings, or convenings, what playbooks are missing from this list?

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 20, 2021

Prior to the pandemic, IMPACT hosted in-person events that created buzz and provided education to the marketing and sales community. IMPACT ultimately decided to host an interactive virtual event for their customers called HubSpot Training Day. Plus, on-demand just doesn’t have the same engaging attendee experience as simulive.”.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 4, 2017

Innovation Lab Facilitation : For the past few years, I’ve trained in and designed and facilitated innovation labs using the Luma Institute Methods. In the US, I gave workshops at nonprofit conferences in North Carolina, Virginia, Florida, Missouri, California and at SXSW.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

He is the CEO for Ark Regional Services, a community-based provider of residential, employment, and educational supports for adults with developmental disabilities in Laramie, Wyoming. Bob believes the key to successful leadership is listening to and respecting the opinions of others.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

The organization has over 3,500 members, including academic researchers, educators, counselors, and marriage and family therapists. Using Tech Impact's Office 365 DIY Migration Workshop. " Samuels found the entire Tech Impact Office 365 DIY Migration workshop entirely suitable for an accidental techie like himself.

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Top Nonprofits

JULY 21, 2021

If someone at your organization doesn’t have the expertise and experience to make such workshops and learning experiences happen, invite someone into the conversation who can provide such perspectives. Attending workshops where leadership can learn about recognizing bias, DEI terms, and more.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JULY 25, 2023

Try organizing workshops or training sessions where volunteers can develop new skills related to your nonprofit’s cause. Keep Educating and Engaging Sharing educational content related to your nonprofit’s mission is another effective strategy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 16, 2008

I'm preparing for a Social Media workshop next month called " Making Sense of and Success with Social Media " where the audience will be consultants who work with nonprofits in other areas (not technology). Gordon Meyer has good reflection on the Community Media Workshop Blog). (2) Also, the seating is fixed.

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EveryAction

OCTOBER 31, 2016

The Children’s Literacy Initiative (CLI) began as a way to provide collections of excellent children’s books & trainings in reading-aloud to teachers in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods. Star Wars: Force for Change.

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