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10 Questions …. Kate Behncken, global head, Microsoft Philanthropies

The NonProfit Times

I confess a career in law never really lit me up like the work I do today. Her dedication to amplifying marginalized voices, paired with her vision for political empowerment, shows what it means to lead with purpose and passion. I have always had a passion for making a difference. Amy Pope, Director General, IOM – UN Migration.

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Increasing Accessible Publishing Globally

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Under the theme “Achieving Our Vision through Empowerment and Partnerships,” this was the first-ever combined General Assembly of both WBU and the International Council for Education of People with Visual Impairment ( ICEVI ), another world-class organization in the field. The November 2012 General Assembly took place in Bangkok, Thailand.

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On the Future of Braille: Thoughts by Radical Braille Advocates

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

federal law supports braille instruction. and critical for the inclusion and empowerment of people in developing countries. We are developing many of these free tools with publishers and content creators in mind and in consideration of the online platforms more and more people use to author and publish information.

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Nonprofit Technology News: Help for Charities to Develop Mobile Giving Capacity

Tech Soup

In the midst of a pivotal moment in patient engagement and empowerment, our microphone has been turned off. ” California’s New Smartphone Kill Switch Law. California is finalizing a law that will mandate a ‘kill switch’ be included on all new smartphones. The effect of the law will be pretty fast.

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Bringing Millions of Books to Billions of People: Making the Book Truly Accessible

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Literacy and access to knowledge underpins just about every social good, from education, to economic development, to health, to women’s empowerment, democracy and respect for human rights. Jimmy then explained it was free, and would always be free. It was a magical hour. And, the U.S. Senate just ratified the Treaty!

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: 5 Extraordinary Organizations

Tech Soup

Empowerment, Shelter, and Support. For Families Free of Violence: Breaking the Cycle of Violence. For Families Free of Violence in Contra Costa County, California is "a catalyst for breaking the multi-generational cycle of violence, promoting safe and strong relationships, and rebuilding lives. Brighter Tomorrows, Inc.:

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8 Apps That May (Actually) Change San Francisco

Tech Soup

Although San Francisco is currently in a housing crisis/real estate boom , it also has some of the strongest tenant laws in the country. If LocalFreeWeb sounds familiar, it's because this service for finding free Internet access was at the previous Caravan breakfast. LocalFreeWeb. Helpful Tools. Shot Gun Messenger.