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Beyond Survival: Post-Disruption Nonprofit Digital Strategy

Bloomerang

A new survey from McKinsey finds responses to the Covid-19 pandemic sped business adoption of digital technologies by several years—and many of these changes will likely be here for the long haul. It’s Mission Critical. To stay competitive in this novel economy requires new strategies and practices. .

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Citizen Tech: Social Media in Disaster Response

Amy Sample Ward

Another direct content example is that of the number of websites that emerged post-Hurricane Katrina. Problems were that many survivors had no internet access, let alone electrical power, let alone computers or even computer literacy. Some include the Red Cross, The Weather Channel, local newspapers, Craigslist, and others.

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3 Ways to Engage Community to Drive Climate Justice

Saleforce Nonprofit

She cites an example from her work helping communities adopt deep energy retrofits in San Diego, California. It was through these neighborhood connections that the benefits, such as lower bills and improved indoor air quality, were truly seen and understood, allowing the technology to be adopted more widely. says Jones.

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"Leveling the Playing Field" Through Broadband and Public Computers

NTEN

While the US is 24th worldwide in broadband adoption, the real gap is found in low-income urban households and rural areas in the US. He spoke about FCC's expansive efforts to increase "digital literacy" for both individuals and small businesses.