Archive | July, 2009

Twestival, Fusing Social Media With Global Change

29 July 2009

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Twestival, Fusing Social Media With Global Change

Twaah— Tweee– I know it’s a mouthful, right? But since I first heard about Twestival, I have loved the concept. For those unfamiliar, here’s a look at the background and structure of what makes this twitter-festival exceptional. The History of Twestival The idea is simple: Tweet. Meet. Give. Twestival gives people an event where they [...]

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From the Bottom of My Hurt

25 July 2009

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What are the reasons you decide to give? Is it because of what we expect in return? Do we give because someone has told us giving is a great thing to do? I’m getting ready to take fourteen volunteers for a big weekend at the Chonburi Children’s Center. We will spend Saturday at the center [...]

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How to Use Social Meetings and Tweetups As Platforms For Change

21 July 2009

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We’ve been busy building a community where people can collaborate on actively creating change. From posh parties to taking over street vendors, we’re having fun and making a difference in Bangkok. So as the world gears up to celebrate Twestival and many of you are brainstorming other ways to support charity through social media, I [...]

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The Truth About My Degree in Social Entrepreneurship

17 July 2009

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“What is philanthropy anyway? Isn’t that for rich people?”  “A social entrepreneur? Is that what you call business people with good hearts?” Philanthropy is changing so quickly that it has outpaced the terms used to describe it. I spend a lot of time advising people on how to be a part of social change. This [...]

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In Spite of Everything

14 July 2009

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I’m pleased to have an update from Jen, who’s volunteering in Namibia. Jen previously contributed a timely piece called Peace, In April and I’m sure you’ll enjoy what she has to share this month. “In spite of everything, I still believe people are really good.” ~Anne Frank Is it really July already? June felt like [...]

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Creating Pathways for Volunteers In Bangkok

10 July 2009

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We’re mobilizing our community to volunteer. One simple way to do that is to by informing people so they can participate. What pathways exist in your community? Create them or share what’s out there! Often doing something heroic comes with it’s share of obstacles. This is the case when it comes to volunteering in Bangkok, [...]

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The Global Expedition Gives Back

7 July 2009

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I’m proud to have had the opportunity to become friends with Tom (Theerachat) Potisit, the brain behind the Global Expedition for the World’s Greatest King. In this interview we chatted about his initial project and the challenges he’s faced in his new endeavor to help northern Thailand’s poor school children. Dwight: How did your project [...]

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