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Open311: What Nonprofits and Public Libraries Can Gain from Open Government

Tech Soup

A few weeks ago, I attended a panel discussion on open government data. The event was presented by Twilio and Open 311 , one of the organizations leading the charge to make government data public, accessible, and usable. Tim O'Reilly painted a breathtaking picture of the future of government.

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Meet Your Local NetSquared Organizer at #17NTC

Tech Soup

More than 20 NetSquared-affiliated organizers will be at the conference — look for the people wearing NetSquared pins. The NetSquared regional ambassadors will also be on-site sharing the joy of being a NetSquared organizer and participating in the fun. Governance Matters: Create a More Powerful Board Through Policy Governance.

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Letter from Participation Camp: The Digital Divide

Forum One

As a relative newbie here at Forum One, I wasn't sure what to expect when as I headed to my very first "unconference." " The event, Participation Camp , was organized by volunteers recently and sponsored, in part, by Forum One. Tags: Influence Collaboration Events Government. It's only the beginning.

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10NTC: Open Data and Transparency: What's the Carrot?

Tech Soup

This morning, NetSquared hosted a special unconference at NTC on open data. Jake Brewer talked about how his organization, The Sunlight Foundation , has played an instrumental role in the development of new data transparency standards in the US government. Tools Web Building.

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Is There a Community of #Tech4Good Activists Waiting for You?

Tech Soup

As a NetSquared organizer, you will become known as someone who's a leader in the Tech4Good community. Seattle, Washington: Governance Responsibilities for Nonprofit Boards. Governance Matters: Create a More Powerful Board Through Policy Governance. Bamenda, Cameroon: How to Create Digital Stories.

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Start 2017 by Building Your Tech Skills and Community

Tech Soup

To learn how I can apply technology to my cause or organization. Being a NetSquared organizer isn't an exclusive club — anyone is welcome to join! Every month our global network of community organizers host Tech4Good events in more than 70 cities. Seattle, Washington: Governance Responsibilities for Nonprofit Boards.

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NetSquared Volunteers Help Nonprofits Like You Master Technology

Tech Soup

Our mighty army of volunteers hosted over 500 free nonprofit technology trainings last year, and we're on track to reach even more organizers this year. Well, the average NetSquared organizer spends 8.2 And while you're there, be sure to give your event organizer a hug for me! You like numbers? Upcoming Tech4Good Events.