Amy Sample Ward
FEBRUARY 19, 2011
My contribution to the panel is to provide context about the use of social media in emergency and disaster response as well as an overview of some of the tools we saw deployed last year and we may see in the future. Whether it’s direct or indirect content, why do citizens turn to social media in moments of need or disaster?
Tech Soup
AUGUST 25, 2015
" Saskatoon Public Library's support is just one of many examples of public libraries supporting disaster preparedness and relief. Educating the Public on Disaster Preparedness. The library is a natural place for community members to obtain information on disaster preparedness. Libraries as Evacuee Resource Centers.
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Have Fun - Do Good
NOVEMBER 14, 2008
Over the past week though, there have been little glimpses of happiness amid the disasters, scandals and economic bad news - stories about the CNN Heroes: Ordinary People Extraordinary Impact. Today, the Los Angeles nanny funds a school in her native Malawi -- where half a million children have been orphaned by the disease."
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2008
A number of nonprofit organizations are promoting Valentine's Day giving opportunities, here's a few: A Day for Hearts is an opportunity to raise awareness about congenital heart defects, a lethal constellation of birth defects of the heart that affect millions of newborn infants and children worldwide.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
JANUARY 7, 2011
in 2011 to be involved in disaster training programs leading up to the 10th anniversary of 9/11, called the “March to 1 Million” program. The Women’s Center of Tarrant County has a name problem, as we serve women, men and children…about 82,000 a year. SafeAmerica Foundation , Bill Soule. Mobilizing 1 million people!
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