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Where’s James? Learning About How Technological Innovation Is Lifting People in Nairobi

In the slums of Nairobi, people often lose their important documents such as Birth Certificates, National IDs, school certificates and vaccination cards due to fires, theft or misplacement. Replacing these documents can take months, and during that time it is nearly impossible to get a job … Continue reading

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Where’s Bill? Out and About with the Parent Involvement Workers

Where’s Bill? Follow PVF’s Executive Director, Bill Somerville, out of the office, for site visits and meetings with outstanding grassroots leaders. For ten plus years PVF has funded graduates of ESL classes to act as Parent Involvement Workers with Hispanic … Continue reading

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Teaching in the Age of Technology – A High School Teacher’s Perspective

Guest post from Woodside High School English Teacher Anthony Mueller Most people regard the technological advances of the last two decades as evidence of progress towards a more efficient, productive and connected society. Personal computer technology, smart phones, and Internet … Continue reading

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