In the heart of rural America, where local connections often determine the strength and resilience of a community, Nearby Nearby is redefining how people discover what’s right outside their doors. Billed as the first platform designed specifically for rural communities, Nearby Nearby makes it easy to find and support local businesses, events, youth [...] The post Startup Spotlight – Nearby Nearby Is Creating Community Through Geolocation appeared first on RIoT.| RIoT
For the past five years, the Internet Society Foundation has supported a diverse range of projects and research that support our vision of an Internet for Everyone. Our grant partners work in over 69 countries and across 6 continents to drive positive change in their communities through the Internet. From connecting more people online, to providing digital…| Internet Society Foundation
In today’s world, the growing risk of natural and climate-related disasters is causing more and more disruption to people’s lives. These disasters often lead to loss of Internet connectivity, leaving individuals isolated from their loved ones and from vital information during times of crisis. Using the Internet to support resiliency and disaster management has become…| Internet Society Foundation