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Why Tech Needs Girls

Sus Schmitt

I just learned about Tech Needs Girls, a campaign by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a UN agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs). According to the UN News Centre, “The ‘Tech Needs Girls’ campaign aims to highlight the potential of technology to transform women’s lives, whether it be through ICT-based career choices or by improved access to services like e-health, e-education, e-commerce, e-banking and a host of new applications and devices that can help girls and women address their day-to-day challenges.” As a “girl geek,” I’m enthusiastic about helping women use technology to enhance their lives… and also their ministry.  If … Continue reading Why Tech Needs Girls

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8 Million Passwords Hacked Last Wednesday

Sus Schmitt

On June 6th, a Russian hacker posted 6.5 million passwords from LinkedIn and 1.5 passwords from eHarmony.  (Read more.) You may have already received an eMail from LinkedIn with instructions on how to change your password.  LinkedIn also sent updates: on their official blog (which has good tips for creating a strong password) through Twitter (@LinkedIn and @LinkedInNews). What You Should Do Follow these directions from LinkedIn to change your password. If you used the same password for any other internet sites, change your password for those accounts as well. In fact, instead of using a favorite password everywhere, you now have an opportunity to change … Continue reading 8 Million Passwords Hacked Last Wednesday

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Cancer Blogger’s Last Post Goes Viral

Russ

One year ago, I read this news article: B. C. cancer blogger’s final words go viral Derek Miller,  a 41-year-old father of two, died from complications of colorectal cancer.  He had written a farewell post which a close friend published for him on his blog. Perhaps you could generate a discussion on what your last words would be that leads to the gospel. Does anybody  have a “last post” lined up? NOTES: Derek Miller’s “last post.”  Unfortunately, Derek was a committed atheist and believed he would not exist after h Meet e4e author Russ Martin and read Russ’s posts on e4e. Continue reading Cancer Blogger’s Last Post Goes Viral

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4th annual Report on Nonprofits and Social Networks

Sus Schmitt

The 4th annual report on nonprofits and social networks is packed with insights into how nonprofits are leveraging social networks as part of their marketing, communications and fundraising strategies. Have a look at the INFOGRAPHIC below then download the full report to learn more about important behaviors and trends. View the entire infographic. Continue reading 4th annual Report on Nonprofits and Social Networks