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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How to Use Social Meetings and Tweetups As Platforms For Change

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

“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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