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Launching the Principles for Digital Inclusion in the Green Economy
OTTAWA, Canada, February 12, 2024 — Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT) is thrilled to unveil a significant milestone resulting from the collaborative efforts of the EDISON Alliance Sprint Group. In the span of seven months, from May to November 2023, DOT, alongside esteemed partners like NetHope, Dubai Cares, Goodwall, The Digital School, UNICEF, and other members, […]
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DOT’s 2017 Youth Unconference
We held our second Youth Unconference in Rwanda this year! The DOT Unconference brought together 100 young social innovators from across Africa, the Middle East, and Indigenous Canada for an inspiring and fun-filled three days in May. Hosted by DOT Rwanda, youth showcased their social enterprises and led interactive peer-learning sessions to develop their networks, share […]
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My advice: use the resources you already have
Carolyne Ekyarisiima, founder of Apps and Girls in Dar es Salaam, Tanzaina, shares her advice to social entrepreneurs: follow your passion, and use the resources you already have! Transcript: Hi, my name is Carolyne Ekyarisiima! I am from Tanzania, Dar es Salaam. I am the founder of Apps and Girls. Apps and Girls is a […]
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Identifying Your Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Life Experiences
Previously: How to Build a Digital Portfolio In this post, we’re discussing the first step in building your digital portfolio: identifying your knowledge, skills, and abilities so you can showcase them! A digital portfolio is a collection of files (documents, photos, videos, etc.) that you can use to reflect on your experiences and demonstrate your […]
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How to Build a Digital Portfolio
A digital portfolio is a collection of files (documents, photos, videos, etc.) that you can use to reflect on your experiences and demonstrate your skills and accomplishments to potential employers, investors or customers. A digital portfolio is a popular alternative to a traditional, paper-based portfolio because it: Is easy and quick to update Can support […]
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Glossary of Change: The Language of Social Impact
Community change can come with some complicated concepts. Social innovation, social entrepreneurship, community development, global citizenship — all these terms can be confusing. Yet these are the words you come across when reading about community change or listening to speeches from innovators worldwide. Not sure what all of these mean? Let’s look look at some […]
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