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Games for Change 2011: Channeling Our Collective Power

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” Gore gave kudos to the Games for Change community in harnessing the explosive interest in games and directing it towards social good, and encouraged the progress, saying that he looked forward to seeing “FarmVilles for policy.” James Shelton , Assistant Deputy Secretary for Innovation and Improvement in the U.S.

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Is There Racial Bias in Awarding Federal Grants?

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2011 ), that Black scientists are only half as likely as White scientists to win NIH R01 research grants, one of the agency’s most common research project grants. PRO Tip: Get educated about the agency and its grants. There is evidence that government grants are not distributed equitably. 2019 , Ginther et al., 2016 , Ginther et al.,

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Don’t Be Fooled by Abstract Jargon: Internet Governance and ICT Policy

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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. This was originally posted on the GuideStar International Blog.

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Nonprofit Technology Celebrates International Women's Day

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From the beginning, it was about jobs, education, and money. Gender parity in education and equal pay for equal work are unresolved issues in 2017. By 2011, American women surpassed men in gaining college degrees , including advanced degrees. Nicole Ozer , director of technology and civil liberties policy at ACLU.

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New International Green IT Certificate Program

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A new international, dual-university online green IT certificate program will be launching as a joint effort between the University of Washington Professional & Continuing Education and the University of British Columbia. The nine-month certificate program begins in October of 2011 and runs through June of 2012. Intended Audience.

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Data, Data Everywhere: But How Does It Relate to You and Your Work?

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professional level but even at the educational level for elementary. It will bring together academics, policy makers, and lawyers. Photo: An interactive example of data visualization - OECD Better Life Index © OECD (2011) www.oecdbetterlifeindex.org. school kids, for high school kids, for college kids. Because now we.

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Building a Better World

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future, such as children, our environment, education, and fair trade. Executive Build 2011. BetterWorld company policy supports and encourages all employees to volunteer up to two full days each month in their local communities.

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