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Amnesty International at 50

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Earlier this year, I spoke at the 50th Anniversary Annual General Meeting of Amnesty International (AI). AI was founded in 1961 on the inspiration of British lawyer Peter Benenson, whose article “The Forgotten Prisoners” launched the first Prisoners of Conscience campaign, which ignited overwhelming global support and marked the birth of AI.

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Happy International Women’s Day!

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Today is International Women’s Day which has been observed since the early 1900s (here’s a good history ). The UN highlights a different theme for International Women’s Day. This year’s theme is a call to action to end violence against women. Donate or share some content through your social channels.

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10 LinkedIn Best Practices for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

It’s an ideal community to connect co-workers, influencers, donors, and corporate sponsors. email addresses are not allowed, and as a general rule, should not be used for your nonprofit communications publicly or internally. Launched on May 5, 2003, LinkedIn is a social network for professionals. Gmail, Yahoo, etc.

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Preparing Your Association for AI

Association Analytics

AI has garnered a lot of global and national attention across most industries in recent months. With no real sign of AI slowing down or fading away, it’s worth taking the time now to prepare your association for the impact and influence AI will have on your members and employees.

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Pairing Advocacy and Fundraising: The Peas and Carrots of Digital Engagement

Media Cause

Why leveraging different calls-to-action actually deepens relationships with your constituents and supporters. According to the IRS, “no organization may qualify for section 501(c)(3) status if a substantial part of its activities is attempting to influence legislation (commonly known as lobbying). Action Center.

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Money talks: Why tuning into the Giving Pledge matters 

Candid

However, their philanthropic gestures are executed with millions, if not billions, of dollars that move global markets and spur governments to action. However, there are also no limits on how an LLCs’ dollars can be spent or public disclosure requirements, like those expected of nonprofits under the Internal Revenue Code.

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WWF-New Zealand Welcomes New Green Growth Report

Nonprofit Tech for Good

"Particularly important are the recommendations on Electricity and Transport as these will have a major influence on the ability of other sectors of the economy to be more environmentally benign. WWF-New Zealand urges the government to act on the report’s recommendations in these two sectors as a matter of priority."