Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JULY 15, 2014

I have previously written about the top issues addressed by the Treaty , but to recap, the Treaty is a wonderful instrument because it requires exceptions for people who are blind or have other print disabilities in national copyright laws.

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sgEngage

MARCH 18, 2024

Even though laws and structures are often driven from the top down, it is a combination of top-down leadership and grassroots movements that create sustainable change. It involves examining power dynamics, addressing structural barriers, and promoting fairness and justice in all aspects of philanthropic work.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

As most savvy funders know, our collective future hinges on whether this era of unprecedented technological innovation finally breaks down decades of systemic exclusion for those without access…or only further encodes long standing biases. As long as we can stay independent in our work and its outcomes, we benefit from industry support.

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 5, 2024

The full ruling is available here: [link] “The majority ruled that an 1866 law designed to provide economic freedom to newly-freed slaves actually prohibits the Fearless Foundation from providing grants to Black women. Schwartz, partner at law firm Gibson Dunn & Crutcher wrote to The NonProfit Times. We are still open for business.

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sgEngage

APRIL 23, 2024

There are millions of wonderful nonprofit organizations working to make this world a better place. Here are some of the internal controls your grantees should have: Formal Written Policies and Procedures You want to make sure your grantees have documented and defined ways of managing and tracking the funds they receive.

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Association Analytics

AUGUST 14, 2023

Popular AI tools like ChatGPT and Bard are continuously learning how to work faster and more efficiently, which can stir up a lot of feelings in us humans. With the amount of data available, tools are leapfrogging each other monthly, which means it might take some research to find which one works best for you.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 8, 2010

A Policy Update from an engineer, Jim Fruchterman of Benetech June 8, 2010 The international copyright negotiations in Geneva around a proposed Treaty for the Visually Impaired (“TVI”) have been steadily heating up. law (this is a wildcard issue right now). . • law (this is a wildcard issue right now).

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Candid

JUNE 27, 2024

Ensuring impact in any area requires examining if, how, and why outcomes vary by gender; exploring solutions that work for women; addressing root causes; and acknowledging women’s “lived experiences, leadership, and genius,” the authors write. For example, Latinos face language and racial bias when accessing the U.S.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2009

Brief Comments on Accessibility Concerns on the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA) The disability community should be concerned about ACTA for two reasons: At its core it’s an anti-piracy agreement. The digital measures designed to defeat piracy usually end up equating accessibility with piracy.

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 3, 2024

Marginalized and underserved communities have not traditionally had access to data resources that could benefit them. Funders who are willing to take an active role in how their contributions are allocated can influence these communities access to and use of data repositories. What is the context in which the data is collected or used?

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sgEngage

AUGUST 12, 2024

The laws—and the trust of your donors and funders—say so. Why this is important Streamlining your expense management will help you: Save time: By automating your payments and approvals, you can reduce the amount of manual work involved in your expense management. Give your team members access so they can upload receipts directly.

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

When you have a goal to meet—like asking a governing body to sign a bill into law, telling a CEO or other stakeholder to change a behavior or policy, or meeting goals around educating decision-makers on your issue area—you know you can’t do it alone. Check out our last installment here ! The hearing is next Tuesday at [time].

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

If your organization relies on volunteers, even just a little, you need a volunteer handbook that spells out expectations, policies, and procedures. Include email addresses of all employees and phone numbers of those who work directly with volunteers. Most volunteers don’t know the law exists. What about working off site?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 30, 2020

I was really excited to discover research on artificial intelligence that intersects with my work on nonprofit workplace wellbeing ( The Happy Healthy Nonprofit ). Organizations should recognize that AI, like other technology, could exacerbate the blurring of work/life boundaries by pushing workers to remain constantly ‘on’.

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M+R

MARCH 9, 2023

I recognize what I’ve been given, and it is my job to uplift the voices of others and share my access and resources.” Though we may not have the Wades’ platform, reach, resources, or access, we can fight back anyway. While thanking his daughter, Zaya, for living in her truth, Dwyane stated, “I’m intentional when I use my platform.

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Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

Earth Day is a great time to support these initiatives, in addition to the year-round work that nonprofit organizations commit their mission to achieve for us all. CELI does this work by equipping emerging leaders and professionals with the skills and expertise to lead the transition to a clean energy economy. Connect with CELI: .

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Everyaction

JUNE 6, 2018

There is no better time to support local and national nonprofits protecting LGBTQ rights and serving the LGBTQ community, and while there are far too many organizations doing great work to list them all, these are a few that we're big fans of. They work at the local, state, and federal level to advance transgender equality.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 16, 2013

For many years, people frequently suggested that Benetech , the nonprofit tech company I founded and lead, get more involved in Washington, DC policy and legislative action. My reaction was that this kind of advocacy work was a luxury we couldn’t afford. We were elated and eager to get to work. I was wrong.

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Qgiv

JULY 24, 2024

Obedience The duty of obedience requires your board members to adhere to your organization’s mission, bylaws, and policies. Board members must also make sure your nonprofit complies with all applicable laws and regulations. It also ensures that all actions taken are in the best interest of your cause.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

This can happen if individuals who haven’t been vetted properly are given access to resources they shouldn’t or if the nonprofit’s internal systems are faulty. Strengthen Your Organization’s Internal Controls Internal controls are policies and procedures that nonprofits put in place to help avoid risky situations. Compliance.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

JUNE 22, 2013

Why Circumvention for the Purposes of Access is Crucial A Bookshare Briefing Paper Prepared for the Diplomatic Conference for Visually Impaired Persons The distributors of digital content often use technological protection measures (TPMs) to discourage the making of unauthorized copies.

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2021

BackRubbing doesn’t work. In the early 2000s, Google gained broader traction and then took off to become what it is today as it became accessible to people beyond government and businesses. Everything from news to shopping to their friends and influencers was accessible to them online. . Perhaps privacy is dead.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 14, 2017

To mark the courage and strength of the brave men and women working on the front lines of conflict and raise awareness for those affected by disasters around the world, we’re highlighting 10 nonprofits that are making a difference by driving action and support for aid efforts. Get Involved | Twitter | Facebook. Oxfam America.

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

If you’re a new organization without many resources or contacts, you may have more luck working first at the local level. Once you have your goals, you can work backward to design an appropriate and feasible timeline. Tech experts who will make sure your advocacy software and digital other tools are working effectively and properly.

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EveryAction

AUGUST 25, 2022

But no matter how your nonprofit is doing good in our world, there will always be ways your work and mission are affected by legislation, policies, and local and national events, which means there will always be reasons to make your voice heard. Where do they live, and how does that connect them to the issues you’re working to address?

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

copyright law. The publishing industry and disability organizations both agreed on this provision of copyright law. The deal was: help people with disabilities that can't access books and don't hurt the economic interests of the publishers (and authors). The biggest area of our work to date is for schools in the U.S.,

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sgEngage

JUNE 13, 2022

When working with grantees, it’s important to understand the type of data you have, be clear about how the data is used, and be proactive so you know what to do in case of an incident. Changes in laws and regulations or in political regimes can rapidly turn what used to be a safe situation into an unsafe one.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 10, 2009

The Kindle2's text-to-speech feature wasn't something that actually worked for blind people, but you could imagine how a software update could make this into an incredible product. And that is setting back the cause of people with disabilities who need that kind of access. A recent example of this was web site accessibility.

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Tech Soup

JULY 20, 2011

Most civil society organizations (CSOs) and citizens don’t use high-level jargon such as Internet governance and ICT policy. International Economic and Policy Stakeholders Recognize the Internet’s Increasing Role. It is themed “Internet as a catalyst for change: access, development, freedoms, and innovation.”

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

Look into relevant laws regarding starting a nonprofit in your community. Look into pro-bono services offered by local bar associations or law firms. For example, you might seek board members who have former leadership experience, work well within a team, and are impeccably organized and punctual.

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Candid

JULY 2, 2021

The commitment includes $650 million to expand the foundation's support for women's empowerment collectives and efforts to strengthen the care economy, improve women's financial inclusion, and reduce barriers to paid work; and $1.4 According to UNFPA , lockdowns have left twelve million women without access to contraceptives, resulting in 1.4

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

From ensuring equal access to education to advocating for mental health awareness to creating black history for future generations, all of these organizations inspire us, and we hope they inspire you too. Southern Poverty Law Center. Created in 1971, SPLC has worked tirelessly to ensure that civil rights is a reality for all.

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Forum One

MARCH 9, 2023

Alexis Bonnell is the former Chief Innovation Officer of USAID, where she had the privilege of working with thousands of innovators, inside and outside of USAID who are changing the world and helping millions of people become self-reliant. At work, ensure all players are on the same page. ‍Jay earned a B.A.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

MARCH 1, 2012

This landmark federal law, known as the “Emancipation Proclamation for people with disabilities,” has been remarkably successful in protecting the rights of people with disabilities. The ADA prohibits discrimination and mandates that Americans be accorded equality in access to employment, goods, services, and other opportunities.

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Forum One

APRIL 1, 2021

Our review of the application uncovered interesting facts about the founding history, challenges, missteps in designing for accessibility, and potential in the application’s future product mapping. Provides free access to thought leadership and global collaboration. Accessibility concerns. Data security & privacy law.

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Gyrus

AUGUST 26, 2024

It makes sure workers know and follow the laws, regulations, and internal policies that apply to their job functions. This can help create a work environment that values honesty and transparency.  Conducting a Needs Analysis for LMS Selection  It’s important to conduct a needs analysis before picking an LMS.

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Gyrus

AUGUST 26, 2024

It makes sure workers know and follow the laws, regulations, and internal policies that apply to their job functions. This can help create a work environment that values honesty and transparency.  Conducting a Needs Analysis for LMS Selection  It’s important to conduct a needs analysis before picking an LMS.

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