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The “All In” Woman Philanthropist

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the #MeToo movement in Asia , reproductive rights activism in Honduras , and the ongoing fight for women’s equality in Iran. Women are drawn to an expanded definition of philanthropy, tapping into all their resources—not just money but also their time, expertise, advocacy, and networks—to support the causes they care about.

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Can Social Media Create and Spread Revolution?

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Similar discussions surfaced last year during Iran’s Green Revolution, when many people on social media overlaid a green shade to their avatars and profile pictures to show their solidarity with the people of Iran. The Iran related hashtags also trended on Twitter.

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Great reads from around the web on June 16th

Amy Sample Ward

It looks like users can find, read or submit stories and vote on them; have discussions; and generally network. These are some links I wanted to share from June 16th. Find me on Delicious for more! I'm checking out this new "Digg for associations" from Wild Apricot.

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Using Twitter for a Global Conversation

Amy Sample Ward

Using Twitter search or other tools, you can watch news and updates about the election in Iran by using #IranElection; or, find interesting people to follow and connect with using #FollowFriday to peruse the recommendations that pile up on Fridays. There are many opportunities to see hashtags in action! Never underestimate the technology.

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Vote and Comment for ALL these Awesome Nonprofit Panels at SXSW!

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Submitted by Ted Fickes Networking Good: How to Win Money and Mobilize People! Social networks are transforming how people support causes, how ideas are shared and how nonprofits raise money. How do you use the latest technologies to build active networks and roadmaps for action? Are older groups evolving quickly enough?

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Last Chance to Vote for Nonprofit SXSW Panels: Closes September 4th

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Submitted by Ted Fickes Networking Good: How to Win Money and Mobilize People! Social networks are transforming how people support causes, how ideas are shared and how nonprofits raise money. How do you use the latest technologies to build active networks and roadmaps for action? Are older groups evolving quickly enough?

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MCON13 Live Blog: Connecting with Millennials (Azita Ardakani, Lovesocial)

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Born in Iran and at age 3 moved to Canada; now in NYC. "I Here are a few links that feature Azita to hopefully help make up for it: Fast Company feature on Azita ; Azita''s post for Forbes about why now is the best time to find your dream job ; "My Networked Life" video. That changed when I got to Canada." "As

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