method
Apr. 25, 2018 12:44 pm
What the Free Library learned about civic engagement from Pokémon Go
Library Administrator Joel Nichols will present on its place-based digital intervention at the first Tech in the Commons session, "Bring AR and VR to Our Neighborhoods," on Monday, April 30.
purpose
Apr. 24, 2018 12:55 pm
This free tech trends bootcamp for nonprofits is getting gamified
Kicking off next week, Tech in the Commons will teach nonprofit leaders how to (cost-effectively) employ augmented reality, data storytelling and the like. Here's how learning will be fun.
method
Apr. 24, 2018 11:15 am
Philly’s poverty rate won’t budge. Could artificial intelligence help?
Columnist Tivoni Devor proposes a local fix adopted by other municipalities to solve their most wicked problems.
people
Apr. 23, 2018 10:48 am
You’ll want to hear from the pros we booked for Introduced by Technical.ly’s Impact track
These 40+ speakers will talk accessibility, equity in tech, workforce development, Amazon HQ2 and much more during this new Philly Tech Week conference on May 3.
purpose
Apr. 19, 2018 12:38 pm
#PTW18 kicks off next Friday. Here are 15 events for social impact pros
Our shortlist of must-attend Philly Tech Week events for nonprofit, civic tech, social enterprise and accessibility leaders.
method
Apr. 17, 2018 9:02 am
5 easy edits to make your org’s website more accessible right now
For strapped nonprofits, taking on "accessibility" may seem daunting. Here are some quick ways orgs can maximize their impact in a big way for a community of people traditionally underserved.
method
Apr. 11, 2018 12:30 pm
For Philadelphians with disabilities, independence through technology is key
Pennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive Technology, housed in Temple University’s Institute on Disabilities, connects people with disabilities with tools to help navigate their world.
purpose
Apr. 10, 2018 12:45 pm
Meet Philly Tech Week’s newest conference for change makers: Introduced by Technical.ly
Generocity is curating programming for the IMPACT track, so you can expect a high-level look at accessibility, education, diversity and more.
method
Apr. 10, 2018 10:30 am
4 ways to make your digital design more accessible
Remember: We’re all only temporarily abled.
purpose
Apr. 3, 2018 12:00 pm
Tech in the Commons is back. Attend this free nonprofit tech tools bootcamp series
Supported by the Knight Foundation and Comcast NBCUniversal, the free event series will introduce digital engagement strategies for place-based Philadelphia organizations.