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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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How to Manage People Who Work Remotely

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That's where telework policies come in. Some of the most concrete advice I found on practical management of teleworkers is Jacob Griscom's article How Telecommunications Is Changing Work for Nonprofits , in particular his section on systems for measuring results and accountability. Benefits of Telework.

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FCC: Impact of BTOP and Broadband Needs Further Study

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Hillcon Valley , a Washington, DC-based blog that focuses on technology issues and policy, reported earlier this month that Commissioner Mignon Clyburn of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) spoke at George Mason Law School and encouraged academics to study the effectiveness of the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP), administered (..)

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Celebrating Telework Week

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BetterWorld VoIP Telecommunications will give all new VoIP customers through TechSoup a 50% discount on their first month of service. If you want to have more telework in your workplace, learn about telework policies with a great collection of resources by Jim Lynch, a seasoned TechSoup expert. Nonprofit Discounts. What Can I Do?

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Spotlight on West Virginia Grants: Not Just Coal Miners Anymore

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Also, grants to West Virginia nonprofits, and universities for scholarly research on public policy issues that impact the personal/economic liberties of the nation’s citizens. Funding supports scholarship that leads to the publication of policy papers, journal articles and books.

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Mobile Trends Your Nonprofit Should Be Watching

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With all of these new devices, it is important for your organization to implement a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy. Image: Mobility and modern telecommunication, Shutterstock. Students can actually rent textbooks and read them on the tablet. Windows Phone Evolves. More on Mobile.

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Community Technology Alliance: Helping Address Homelessness with Mobile Technology

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The CTA also held a meeting last October, called Mobile4All, that brought together policy makers, community service providers, telecommunications experts, foundations and nonprofits, and homeless advocacy groups. The meeting explored issues such as connectivity, affordability, and signal strength.