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Networked and Hyperconnected: The New Social (and work) Operating System

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

This is a terrific presentation from Lee Raine from the Pew Internet and American Life Project that looks at the issue being “hyperconnected” or “over connected” to the web, mobile technologies and social media. Some 95% of teens ages 12-17 are online, 76% use social networking sites, and 77% have cell phones.

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4 Ways to Attract More Diverse Talent for Your Nonprofit

NonProfit Hub

Go beyond your personal network . With 1 in 10 American workers employed by a nonprofit, the lack of applications from individuals from underrepresented groups isn’t due to a “ pipeline issue.” Lisa Magill passionately tackles real-world problems with innovative and impactful solutions. Avoid screening for “culture fit”.

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#AI4Good: What Your Nonprofit Needs To Know About AI

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Allison Fine, my co-author for the Networked Nonprofit , and I are actively researching the use of AI for Good, in particular to scale giving and to spread generosity. The survey will be implemented regularly to benchmark adoption of AI. It is the next phase of digital transformation – from networks to artificial intelligence.

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Great reads from around the web on December 15th

Amy Sample Ward

Networks and Hierarchies: A Typology of Digital Activism Today | techPresident – "A few weeks ago, powerful corporations like Mastercard, Visa, and PayPal weren't very concerned with the hacktivists and pranksters on 4chan. government also has its own problems with networked activists. What does that mean for you?

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Social Media and the Arts: How Strong Is Your Social Net?

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Trudel | MacPherson, in partnership with Neuer Media, has devised a comprehensive survey to benchmark current social media investment, attitudes and evaluation by arts organizations of all sizes and across all disciplines. On a positive note, fewer than 10% of arts organizations report issues with management buy-in or trust.

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Interview: Ricard Espelt on Copons 2.0

Amy Sample Ward

The only problem is the inability to catch everything. I also vice president of the Consortium for the Economic Development of the Alta Anoia, we are working on the issue of new technologies, especially GPS routes. Until now, when a citizen had a problem they went to the Council to explain it or filled out a form. copòns.net.

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How to Start a Volunteer Program: 12 Steps for Success

Bloomerang

Identify the organizations in your community (if any) that are already working to solve this issue. However, if your goal is SMART—specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound—you’ll have a clear benchmark to work toward and measure progress. This gives you a chance to adjust and improve those problem areas.