Archive for the ‘Community Building’ Category

Published by Peggy on 23 Mar 2011

Creating Large-Scale Social Change

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Today brought together 300 people in Standford to discuss large scale social change across sectors. I was amazed to see such a diverse group of individuals, from funders to NGO leaders, government representatives and many more. This conference was presented by FSG and the Stanford Social Innovation Review. I deeply thank them for making a live stream of the conference. › Continue reading…

 

    

Published by Peggy on 18 Mar 2011

Secrets of the Engagement Pyramid

Engagement Pyramid

Eric Magnuson and Karen Uffelman presented a very engaging session today at #11ntc around the secrets of the Engagement Pyramid. How do you engage your community? How do you identify the people who are more closely attached to your mission? Those questions were answered today. › Continue reading…

 

 

    

Published by Working Wikily on 23 Feb 2011

“Transformer: How to Build a Network to Change a System”

REAMP REPORT

We’re very excited to share a new Monitor Institute case study on the innovative methods of collective impact and large-scale collaboration being pioneered by the RE-AMP network. › Continue reading…

    

Published by Kerry on 21 Jan 2011

Opening up: nonprofit transparency

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Some nonprofit organizations may worry that being too open makes them vulnerable to criticism or attack. A certain degree of openness is required by law as a tax-exempt organization providing a public service. But being more transparent with stakeholders can also bring some real benefits for those brave enough to make the change. › Continue reading…

    

Published by Kerry on 14 Dec 2010

Transitioning Tasmania Off Unsustainable Practices

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Transition Towns is a widespread community project, now spanning cities across the globe, designed to proactively build resilience into cities in preparation for peak oil and climate change. Actions include permaculture, education, energy usage reduction, and other sustainable living endeavors. Rachel Roddam, of the Transition Towns movement in Tasmania, Derwent, and on WiserEarth, shares her story here. › Continue reading…

    

Published by Kerry on 19 Jul 2010

Craigslist Foundation Boot Camp: Be there, or be… missing out

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If a boot camp makes you think of a bunch of people in fatigues being made to climb ropes and run in the mud, you’re not alone. But the Craigslist Boot Camp is instead a highly enjoyable and educational affair… › Continue reading…

    

Published by Angus on 01 Jul 2010

Great reads on Community Building (June 31)

Building Community

Sharing some of our favorite posts from around the web on the subjects of community building and how nonprofits are using social media. Enjoy. › Continue reading…   

    

Published by Peggy on 22 Apr 2010

WiserEarth turns 3 this Earth Day!

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What are you doing for Earth Day? This year will mark its 40th anniversary! On this day in 1970, over 20 million people gathered to participate in peaceful demonstrations for environmental reform. The date is also special for WiserEarth, which launched on Earth Day 2007. › Continue reading…

    

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