Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 8, 2013

Last week, the National Federation of the Blind and 22 organizations serving people with disabilities filed detailed objections to a petition from a group of makers of e-reader devices led by Amazon to be exempted from accessibility requirements under the relatively new Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act.

Accessibility 133

Accessibility Amazon Library eBook 133

Nonprofits Source

DECEMBER 12, 2022

However, if your nonprofit is new to web design, creating a strong digital presence can feel overwhelming. Add accessibility features. Your nonprofit needs a way to stand out from the digital crowd. Add accessibility features. The best nonprofit websites make their content accessible to people of all abilities.

Digital 52

Digital Build Nonprofit Websites 52

Volunteer Hub

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Your nonprofit’s digital presence is more important now than ever in order to reach donors and raise funds. One thing we know for sure is that technology and digital marketing are more central than ever to nonprofits’ strategies. Focus on digital fundraising efforts. Read our guide for the top tips to improve it. . Let’s begin.

Digital 86

Digital Tips Virtual Alternative 86

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 9, 2018

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. To bring the power of books to everybody on this planet, we must make books truly accessible. Third, the print book is not universally accessible.

Accessibility 135

Accessibility eBook People Copyright 135

Forum One

AUGUST 31, 2021

Web accessibility, in particular, became an intriguing topic for me as it is so integral to my field of interest (which is website development, by the way), yet before my internship, I had never given it much thought. I got the chance to talk to a lot of amazing people here at Forum One about web accessibility, and they taught me a lot!

Beginner 46

Beginner Accessibility Web Lesson 46

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 22, 2013

Why Circumvention for the Purposes of Access is Crucial A Bookshare Briefing Paper Prepared for the Diplomatic Conference for Visually Impaired Persons The distributors of digital content often use technological protection measures (TPMs) to discourage the making of unauthorized copies.

Measure 181

Measure Technology Audio eBook 181

.orgSource

JUNE 5, 2023

My immediate reaction is access to money,” Allison replied. Women are underrepresented in banking, and access to the banking world. Examine the audio and digital imagery that you’re presenting to ensure that it is up-to-date. Make it easy for committees and leaders to access resources like PowerPoint templates.

International 221

International Conversation Issue Leadership 221

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 8, 2010

The Goal The goal is pretty clear: insuring that every person on the planet with a serious print disability has access to the books and other printed material that they need to get an education, make a living and be included in society. A definition of formats that includes Braille, audio and digital text, but excludes large print and video.

Accessibility 133

Accessibility Global Copyright Law 133

AccelEvents

APRIL 1, 2021

With the shift to digital events in the past year and the rise of digital technologies that enable hybrid meetings, event marketers and event planners should expect hybrid events to take precedence in the near future. That is why your event venue must be prepared to host planned digital components. and 5 GHz for certain users).

Camera 98

Camera Stream Audio Test 98

AccelEvents

APRIL 1, 2021

With the shift to digital events in the past year and the rise of digital technologies that enable hybrid meetings, event marketers and event planners should expect hybrid events to take precedence in the near future. That is why your event venue must be prepared to host planned digital components. and 5 GHz for certain users).

Camera 98

Camera Stream Audio Test 98

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Even better, the format is more accessible for people who may have issues with mobility or who deal with other realities that might prevent them from being able to meet in person. Some of these audio-to-text transcribe functions are seamless. Having a larger participant pool should also result in you receiving more diverse opinions.

Group 104

Group Virtual Webex Adobe Connect 104

Bloomerang

JANUARY 21, 2022

Or choose an “audio room” with Clubhouse , Facebook Audio Rooms , or Twitter Spaces. . Advertising through digital streaming services is accessible and affordable, while you can target your audience like never before—directing ads to those in specific locations, with related interests, and web visitation patterns. .

Marketing 125

Marketing Audio Stream Nonprofit 125

AccelEvents

JUNE 29, 2020

With AVS Video Editor, you can add audio tracks, backgrounds, overlays, visual effects, audio effects, and text. Audio tools. Audio tools. Easily trim and edit videos and access additional royalty-free video and audio components to take your creation to the next level. Audio tools. Audio tools.

Virtual 97

Virtual Product Video Tools 97

Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 19, 2024

Use these top tips to upgrade your visual design and create a beautiful website that will engage and inspire visitors: Incorporate your visual branding Follow accessibility best practices Prioritize simplicity To make revamping your website a breeze, leverage a content management system (CMS) designed with nonprofits in mind.

Design 59

Design Websites Tips Nonprofit 59

Forum One

APRIL 1, 2021

Clubhouse—the invite-only, audio-based social application that’s been drawing in celebrities and expert thought leaders—facilitates widespread collaboration on global topics by allowing users to participate in different conversations on different topics in real-time. Levels the digital divide. Key benefits.

Application 47

Application Social Media Media Social 47

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

AUGUST 10, 2011

Benetech got a call recently from an excited Bookshare member who had been waiting to download our new Read2Go accessible e-book application for Apple devices. Graduate student Maria Georgakarakou, who is blind, gave us a rave review for the Read2Go app which allows those with print disabilities to listen to books in the DAISY audio format.

Audio 145

Audio Boston Student Music 145

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

I’m thrilled to share with you some of the recent amazing impact of Bookshare , a Benetech Global Literacy initiative and the largest accessible online library of copyrighted content for people with print disabilities. a11y accessibility Bookshare Braille DAISY ebooks Global Literacy print disabilities Reading'

Literacy 129

Literacy eBook Global Audio 129

Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 30, 2009

At the Digital Engagement Event , back on 6th October, David Wilcox and I helped the Community Voices team facilitate two sessions that focused on the three things more important to digital engagement than the technology. Access to People. Digital inclusion is not about cool social media tools, or even fancy hardware.

Voice 102

Voice Reflection Conversation Digital 102

Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 30, 2009

At the Digital Engagement Event , back on 6th October, David Wilcox and I helped the Community Voices team facilitate two sessions that focused on the three things more important to digital engagement than the technology. Access to People. Digital inclusion is not about cool social media tools, or even fancy hardware.

Voice 102

Voice Reflection Conversation Digital 102

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 9, 2012

The recent upgrades in our Bookshare site and service such as the new audio formats, images, and image descriptions motivated several Members to share their thoughts, and we sought their permission to share those thoughts with you! I don't have a VR Stream or a Booksense; I just use the NLS digital talking book player. I love them.

Comment 124

Comment Audio Files Evaluation 124

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 27, 2023

When nonprofits started to experiment with digital marketing in 1990s and early 2000s, the few tools that were available were expensive and limited in their functionality. Today, the number of low-cost, well-built digital marketing tools is incredible! Ideal for small nonprofits with limited funds for digital marketing.

Digital 358

Digital Marketing Tools Resource 358

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

AUGUST 7, 2013

have been asking about the Treaty of Marrakesh (formal name: The Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works by Visually Impaired Persons and Persons with Print Disabilities. Ultimately, this community should have equal access to all of the books that are needed for education, employment and social inclusion. Article 2(c).

Copyright 158

Copyright Law United States Library 158

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 3, 2013

argued that we must shift from spending on the provision of hard copy braille to the provision of refreshable braille and the associated digital file formats to enable people to read so much more. “As We strongly support this position and believe the digital content revolution holds the best promise for the future of braille.

Literacy 208

Literacy eBook Images Accessibility 208

Media Cause

OCTOBER 14, 2022

While some large advertisers have self-serve access to DSPs, most advertisers access DSP inventory through 3rd party vendors. Most ad solutions can be purchased programmatically, including video, audio, native ads, display banners, and even digital billboards. While Paid Social ads (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)

Audio 52

Audio Search Audience Websites 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

This is the ninth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. The service provides early access to new Twitter tools and a variety of unique features. Related Webinar: Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits. Twitter Spaces.

Twitter 356

Twitter Practice Social Media Nonprofit 356

AccelEvents

OCTOBER 21, 2020

These studios are fully equipped with all the video, audio, and tools needed to create a virtual presentation with extremely high production values. In areas with tight restrictions, many social gatherings have become digital with folks turning to video meeting platforms like Zoom, Google Hangouts, and FaceTime. .

Virtual 98

Virtual Audio Stream Sponsor 98

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Libraries for people who are blind or dyslexic are the primary source of accessible books in audio, large print or braille. Wouldn’t it make more sense to make it easier for people with disabilities to get access to the books they need for education and employment? exception model works well here.

Copyright 100

Copyright United States Library eBook 100

Media Cause

JANUARY 18, 2022

Don’t expect to see any top social sites investing big development budgets into this now digitally archaic content style. In a digital land where content is key- content that lives past a 24hr lifespan may be seen as a more worthwhile of time and energy for brands. Audio Social Spaces. 24HR Social Stories.

Social Media 59

Social Media Trend Media Comparison 59

Qgiv

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Nonprofits to support Byte Back Byte Back is an organization dedicated to opening a path for historically underrepresented communities into the digital economy. The organization champions digital equity, diversity in tech, and living-wage careers. Donate to support their mission here.

History 98

History Awareness Causes Celebrate 98

AccelEvents

JANUARY 13, 2021

With a live video, live audio, and even live comments, your online attendees will see your brand in a different light. Video and audio equipment are a must (even if they are through your phone), as well as an encoder, virtual event platform, and internet connection. . Basics of Running a Live Stream.

Stream 88

Stream Audio Script Virtual 88

Whole Whale

JANUARY 27, 2022

This will also allow some privacy for the CEO if they don’t want to share their full profile access. are tools that can quickly translate audio notes to text with AI services. This can be useful if a CEO just wants to make some audio notes every morning reacting or giving quick thoughts around a theme. Rev.com or Otter.ai

Profile 98

Profile Social Linkedin Audio 98

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

Bookshare and our other Access to Literacy initiatives, including the DIAGRAM Center and Route 66 Literacy, all made big strides this year through the significant dedication of the community that makes it all happen. How people access our books also got a whole lot more interesting in 2012. We’ve added over 1800 books since then.

Literacy 166

Literacy Program United Arab Emirates Student 166

AccelEvents

JULY 26, 2021

There are many reasons why attendees want to be a part of your digital event. Here are steps that you should take to leverage your content to improve your digital event. . Content marketing is an online marketing process where written, visual, or audio content promotes a goal. . Content Marketing Strategy.

Content 98

Content Phase Map Audience 98

AccelEvents

JUNE 29, 2020

With AVS Video Editor, you can add audio tracks, backgrounds, overlays, visual effects, audio effects, and text. Audio tools. Audio tools. Easily trim and edit videos and access additional royalty-free video and audio components to take your creation to the next level. Audio tools. Audio tools.

Virtual 52

Virtual Product Video Tools 52

The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 9, 2020

Aside from figuring out how to manage myself and my time, having the right digital tools in place to work with a remote team made a world of difference. Even as we transition out of sheltering in place, you may find a digital tool like Trello helpful for managing your nonprofit's communication program. Organization FTW!

Profit 93

Profit Communication Program Management 93

Whole Whale

JUNE 17, 2022

The topic of learning to navigate a half-digital, half-physical world was also inescapable in the mechanics of the conference itself, which offered long-awaited happy hours and networking breakfasts to in-person attendees while also creating an extremely accessible online experience to virtual attendees.

Causes 52

Causes Ohio Conference Michigan 52

AccelEvents

JANUARY 13, 2021

With a live video, live audio, and even live comments, your online attendees will see your brand in a different light. Video and audio equipment are a must (even if they are through your phone), as well as an encoder, virtual event platform, and internet connection. . Basics of Running a Live Stream.

Stream 52

Stream Audio Script Virtual 52