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Rethinking What’s Possible in the Post-Pandemic World
Rethinking What’s Possible in the Post-Pandemic World
We have made a definitive leap into a digital-first world. The pandemic has made clear that whatever can be delivered digitally, must be delivered digitally. This means companies must not only embrace digital transformation, but also build digital resilience to prepare for tomorrow’s next big challenges.
Feb. 24, 2021
Using technology to protect vulnerable communities
Using technology to protect vulnerable communities
Since 2007, Cisco has helped Mercy Corps leverage technology to provide emergency response and economic empowerment programming. That technology foundation is informing the NGO's pandemic response in the following ways:
May 6, 2020
Cisco Networking Academy creates a much-needed skills-to-job pathway for diverse Midwest students
Cisco Networking Academy creates a much-needed skills-to-job pathway for diverse Midwest students
Committed to helping individuals in pockets of the US with limited jobs and opportunities achieve the skills they need to be successful in the digital world, Cisco Networking Academy has over 700 academies throughout the Midwest, with 175 in Michigan alone – a state that has been hard hit by economic downturns and globalization.
Feb. 5, 2020
How a nonprofit partner supports social enterprises so individuals can gain relevant skills
How a nonprofit partner supports social enterprises so individuals can gain relevant skills
This group addresses the gaps in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, investing in and supporting social enterprises that provide employment opportunities for low-income communities facing isolation, discrimination, lack of job skills, and poor education.
Feb. 3, 2020
How one NGO helps farmers use mobile phones to invest in a better harvest
How one NGO helps farmers use mobile phones to invest in a better harvest
myAgro is a Cisco nonprofit partner addressing critical human needs. Read on to find out how they are supporting smallholder farmers in Africa.
Jan. 24, 2020
How Arizona eighth graders find solutions to the community’s toughest social problems
How Arizona eighth graders find solutions to the community’s toughest social problems
Eighth grade social studies teacher Edgar Ochoa was excited to implement the Global Problem Solvers: The Series (GPS: The Series) supplemental curriculum, but he wasn’t entirely sure how his students were going to react.
Jan. 23, 2020
How a nonprofit partner in economic empowerment provides tech training to survivors of human trafficking
How a nonprofit partner in economic empowerment provides tech training to survivors of human trafficking
AnnieCannons is a nonprofit whose mission is to help women break the cycle of exploitation by providing  skills training, hands-on work experience, income opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
Jan. 10, 2020
Staying Hopeful and Supporting Education for All
Staying Hopeful and Supporting Education for All
Jemy Kannan shares a story of the lessons she learned joining her daughter's school on a volunteering trip to Cambodia.
Dec. 11, 2019
A Lifelong Journey of Education and Science
A Lifelong Journey of Education and Science
"We don't know where the next Einstein will be born," explains Maha Achour.
Nov. 26, 2019
How Housing First Provides Hope for the Future
How Housing First Provides Hope for the Future
Before Joanne Richards was homeless, she was the typical PTA soccer mom. For many, the path to homelessness often starts with a significant unexpected expense. Find out how Destination: Home both creates affordable housing and prevents homelessness using the Housing First model.
Nov. 26, 2019
The Founder, CEO and CTO of Niramai on Increasing Early Detection of Breast Cancer
The Founder, CEO and CTO of Niramai on Increasing Early Detection of Breast Cancer
Niramai's cancer screening software enables a low cost, easy to use, portable solution to detect cancer earlier than traditional diagnostic methods.
Nov. 20, 2019
38 degrees – Cold Hands (and Feet), but Warm Heart
38 degrees – Cold Hands (and Feet), but Warm Heart
Rekha Grennan recently spent a night outdoors to raise money for Covenant House. Read on to find out how it went and what the impact is on this organization that provides vital services to homeless youth.
Nov. 19, 2019