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Interview with Dan Fellini, NTEN's Web Developer

NTEN

I was working at Public Interactive in Boston, where we built tech for public broadcasting. This rapid learning in a fast-paced startup environment got me thinking that I could actually learn code. I was lucky that our web team was not only top notch, but also willing to mentor. I didn’t fly again for about 12 years.

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Thoughts on the Future of Open Source and Nonprofits

NTEN

In this resource-strapped environment, it's arguable that not considering open source options seriously when evaluating your software toolbox is a disservice to your organization, board, constituents, and clients. . Identify or recruit some open-source mentors and build this skill set in your organization if it's not already there.

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Sheroes You Should Know: Inspiring Stories for #WomensHistoryMonth

EveryAction

When she wasn't busy mentoring Francis Ford Coppola, pioneering the invention of the boom mic, or accepting her star on the Walk of Fame , Arzner was also the first woman to join the Director's Guild of America. And she did it all in a Victorian gown - slow clap. Elizabeth Cowell. Ready to support more female game-changers?

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Bringing Women a Global Voice: Jensine Larsen, World Pulse

Have Fun - Do Good

They broadcast and unite women's voices from around the world into a powerful force for change. We brought professional empowerment mentors and coaches, and also professional editors. You can listen to my interview with Jensine on the Big Vision Podcast website, or on iTunes. We think it's because of the mentorship.

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The Frogloop Interview: Sheeraz Haji - Online Fundraising, Advocacy, and Social Media - frogloop

Care2

I have learned that there is an enormous diversity within the sector – higher education institutions, advocacy groups, public broadcasting stations, health organizations, unions, associations and relief organizations are distinct from each other. Sheeraz Haji: Back then I had the naïve view that all nonprofits were alike.

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The Frogloop Interview: Sheeraz Haji - Online Fundraising, Advocacy, and Social Media - frogloop

Care2

I have learned that there is an enormous diversity within the sector – higher education institutions, advocacy groups, public broadcasting stations, health organizations, unions, associations and relief organizations are distinct from each other. Sheeraz Haji: Back then I had the naïve view that all nonprofits were alike.