article thumbnail

Great reads from around the web on April 8th

Amy Sample Ward

In this post, we hope to voice many of the tools, resources, and tactics that have been shared, in hopes of encouraging others around the world to get involved with the digital relief efforts." In the weeks that have followed, Ichi’s e-mail provoked a series of responses from all over the world.

Web 114
article thumbnail

Guam and the Consortium

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Japan is the biggest source of tourists for Guam, with growing numbers from other Asian nations like South Korea. It's actually hard to get local cuisine in the restaurants, far easier to get Japanese food. The presence is growing: the U.S. The military and tourism are Guam's two big industry. Not quite ready for students, yet!

Guam 100
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Cool App Roundup: Disaster and Emergency Edition

Tech Soup

The FEMA app includes preparation guidelines for a variety of disasters, including checklists, safety tips, and local shelter maps. The notification app J-ResQ was developed in response to the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) offers a free emergency preparedness app.

article thumbnail

Expanding Access to Black History

Forum One

On the theme of “The Triumphs and Challenges of Black Education”, Forum One worked with NMAAHC to create a unique virtual experience that allowed participants to feel like they were there in person as they enjoyed a locally-prepared meal out of the comfort of their home. Museum Helps Americans Discuss Race” ~ U.S.

History 73
article thumbnail

Secret Agent L: Covering the Globe with Random Acts of Kindess

Have Fun - Do Good

I have them in Japan, and I have them in Germany. The two of us went to a local hospital during a cancer expo, and we basically, for lack of a better word, we hijacked the place. They just have to email me, tell me that they're interested in being an affiliated agent, and then I will respond with their instructions. Oh, my gosh!

Cancer 68
article thumbnail

[VIDEO] Using WhatsApp to Increase Engagement with Multicultural Communities

Bloomerang

Well, probably not obvious because we have a global audience, maybe someone from Japan doesn’t know where Stanford is.” And the last thing which is super important as how can I include the voices? They can send you a voice note. So share local voices and also get people to take offline action.