Published by Matthias Strotkoetter on 13 Mar 2012

Editors Spotlight: Yovia Xu

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In April, the Chinese version of WiserEarth will officially launch. Prior to this big step I talked to Yovia Xu, WiserEarth editor from Beijing about the translation efforts, her commitment to social and environmental issues, and someone named Fuffy. › Continue reading…

Published by Katherine Bray on 27 Jan 2012

“Green-Callers” Answer Call!

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It’s the same old story: a crippled global economy, rising unemployment, and all around massive debt… blue-collar, white-collar, we’re all suffering, with one exception: the Green-Callers! What seem like especially bleak conditions for the Sustainability Movement, may in fact be working for us in at least one regard: Volunteering! › Continue reading…

Published by Peggy on 17 Mar 2011

Over 100 NTEN members giving back to local community

A group of over 100 NTC attendees headed this morning to the DC Central Kitchen, Tech Recycling Day and a wireless network installation to volunteer for 3 hours.
There is no better way to start a conference! › Continue reading…


Published by Kerry on 01 Sep 2010

Nonprofit Day 2010: is your nonprofit leveraging volunteers effectively?

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If you think your nonprofit’s volunteering management strategy could stand a few brush-ups, you’re in the majority. In a study of over 2,000 nonprofits, just 17% were deemed strong/effective at volunteer management. In an engaging session yesterday at Nonprofit Day 2010, we learned some important ways volunteerism and service can be better leveraged by organizations. › Continue reading…