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Building a Digitally Literate Community

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A few months ago, I attended Microsoft Citizenship's YouthSpark Connection event and heard first-hand from recent high school graduates about how dire the need for digital literacy is. Defining Digital Literacy. But first, what exactly is digital literacy? " The Role of Libraries. The Role of Schools.

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Microsoft's YouthSpark Initiative Seeks to Close the Opportunity Divide

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Local representatives from nonprofits, schools, and community groups convened in downtown San Francisco for Microsoft's YouthSpark Connection event. A lively discussion took place regarding how to prepare young people for the jobs of the 21 st century and what nonprofits and corporations can do to support the initiative.

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The 2019 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

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The 36th Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute will feature nationally recognized experts from private foundations, public charities, law, finance, and government discussing the latest tax, legislative and governance issues affecting nonprofit organizations. National LGBTQ Task Force / Detroit, MI / $500. Fundraising & Grants.

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Working Toward Internet Access for Everyone

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They will create and promote digital literacy programs. The National Digital Inclusion Alliance. The National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) is a new U.S. The San Francisco-based nonprofit, A Human Right , is leading the charge to advocate for bringing Internet access to the 4.6 A Human Right.

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5 Ways Libraries Support Disaster Relief and Recovery

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The library is a natural place for community members to obtain information on disaster preparedness. For example, the San Francisco Public Library's website has a page that curates local services and resources on preparing for and dealing with the aftermath of an earthquake. Educating the Public on Disaster Preparedness.

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Bridging the Digital Divide? Tell Us About It!

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It is a place for funders, and NGOs alike to find inspiring stories about tech use. We want you to tell us how you are using TechSoup product donations to promote digital literacy. Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94107, U.S.A. One of our favorite ways to share success stories is through our Local Impact Map (LIM).

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Bridging the Digital Divide? Tell Us About It!

Tech Soup

It is a place for funders, and NGOs alike to find inspiring stories about tech use. We want you to tell us how you are using TechSoup product donations to promote digital literacy. Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94107, U.S.A. One of our favorite ways to share success stories is through our Local Impact Map (LIM).

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