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Guest Post: Stories of Volunteer Managers, Technology, and the Pandemic

Twenty Hats

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, we were using more and more technology in our work and personal lives. Some manage a handful of volunteers, others work with many thousands. We spoke with 181 volunteer managers that work in human service organizations, governmental agencies, higher education, hospitals, zoos, and more.

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Human Rights and the Duty to Protect Sensitive Data

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Consider this: when you visit your doctor about a medical issue in the United States, you can be reasonably confident that it won''t shortly be on the front page of the local newspaper. Take for example a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) rights-focused organization with which we work. This is but one incident.

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March Cause Awareness: Women’s History Month

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Since 1995, presidents have issued annual proclamations declaring March as Women’s History Month and celebrating the contributions women have made to the United States. This year, the theme has been designated as “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories.” Donate to the fund here.

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Quick Guide to Grants for Nonprofits: Tips, Resources & More

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While applying to grants can be time consuming, they offer plenty of benefits to nonprofits, such as more awareness for your organization and a positive reputation for the work you do on top of the financial benefits. You’re more likely to receive funding if the purpose of the grant aligns with the work you’re doing.

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Bringing Millions of Books to Billions of People: Making the Book Truly Accessible

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Literacy and access to knowledge underpins just about every social good, from education, to economic development, to health, to women’s empowerment, democracy and respect for human rights. We have over half a million readers in the United States, and over 625,000 different ebook titles available for instant download.

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The Faces of International Development

Forum One

Above the clattering of China plates covered with hot stuffed chicken and long grain rice were conversations rich in stories, pursuits, and initiatives around the world. Empowerment is key. I alone sat between a Peace Corps Manager and an independent IT consultant from the UK.

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Traveling Postcards: Interview with Founder, Caroline Lovell

Have Fun - Do Good

Over the last year, the work of Traveling Postcards keeps crossing my path, so I asked its founder, Caroline Lovell, to share with us: How Traveling Postcards works The path that brought her to this work Her favorite Traveling Postcards success story How we can get involved with Traveling Postcards I've posted her answers below.