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Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America spread #GoSilent across the web for Memorial Day

Amy Sample Ward

Just before noon, I decided to go online and see what those in my networks were sharing from their own celebrations or reflections, and immediately found the #GoSilent campaign from Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA). What did you do to celebrate Memorial Day today? A simple commitment. Did you #gosilent?

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50 Nonprofits Every U.S. Politican Should Follow on Twitter

Nonprofit Tech for Good

These sorts of echo chambers are common inside the Twitterverse – it’s the same with most celebrities and musicians who also tend to only follow each other, but in the case of nonprofits and politicians who are working on many of the same issues, not following the nonprofits listed below is a lost opportunity.

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Changemaker Spotlight: JD Trueblood, Turtle Creek Association

sgEngage

During President Obamas call for corporate America to support returning service members from Iraq and Afghanistan, I felt personally compelled to act. For us, one of our most successful events is our annual weekend celebration. This event strikes a balance between celebration and community engagement.

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#GivingTuesday: Why I Am Participating in the National Day of Giving on November 27, 2012

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

My annual charity:water September Campaign celebrates my anniversary, but it is part of a larger movement of people who care about providing clean water for the world. One of the leaders is charity:water which has been using this practice over the past 6 years to raise millions for clean water. What about you?

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SXSW Top Picks

Care2

Ever wonder how your favorite celebrity became a spokesperson for a national brand? Editor’s Notes: If your nonprofit is going to partner with celebrities or major corporate brands, you need to be prepared for navigating these relationships. When: Saturday, March 12, 9:30 AM. Austin Convention Center, Room 10AB.

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Women Rise Up Against War: Rae Abileah of CODEPINK

Have Fun - Do Good

According to UNIFEM's, "Gender Profile-Iraq-Women, War & Peace," : "[M]ore than 90 women become widows each day due to continuing violence countrywide. March 20th is the 4th anniversary of the Iraq War. March 20th is the 4th anniversary of the Iraq War. Today, March 8th, is International Women's Day. What is CODEPINK?

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Refugee Response: TechSoup's New Online Technology Resource for NGOs Helping Refugees

Tech Soup

TechSoup is proud celebrate World Refugee Day by announcing a new humanitarian project that that we're doing in Europe and the Middle East. That displacement has happened mostly as a result of the wars in Syria, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Why NGOs and Humanitarian Workers Need Technology.