Strategic use of the internet
EngageMedia is hiring: Technology Director
APC Australia / Indonesia member, EngageMedia, is looking for a skilled, motivated, energetic person to lead our software development and technology program activities. You’ll have a passion for innovation, coordination of teams across the globe, you’re a great communicator and you love to travel.
New book - The internet of elsewhere
Internet of elsewhere bookThrough the lens of culture, The Internet of Elsewhere looks at the role of the Internet as a catalyst in transforming communications, politics, and economics.
New report asks, how environmentally-friendly is technology?
Computers are creating massive e-waste. The paper industry has had to double to meet printer demand. But smart technologies are bringing huge savings in energy consumption. As the UN conference on climate change starts in Cancun, the new Global Information Society Watch from APC and Hivos looks at ICTs and environmental sustainability in 53 countries, six regions and through ten expert thematic reports. What is the state of the industry in your country? Find out.
D-Island - Booking an Event on D-Island
Training for D-Island users and administrators - November 23 & 30, D-Island virtual island
General information on the training
D-Island is an open meeting/training space developed in SecondLife virtual world and it is administered by APC. It can be used by development organisations and networks for their own online meetings and capacity building activities.
D-Island - All About It / FAQ
D-Island FAQ
D-Island is an open development space offered by Association for Progressive Communications (APC), International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and their partners for the international development community.
D-Island - Training for D-Island Users
Below are links to information on training events for D-Island users & Administrators
1. Initial training for D-Island users and administrators
First two training sessions took place on November 23 and November 30 on D-Island (virtual island) and they were targeted at APC network and selected partners. Training language is English.
Defend women's human rights. Declare our culture as free from violence against women!
Take Back The Tech! partners with the Violence is Not our Culture global campaign to mark this year’s International Day on Women Human Rights Defenders and the 16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women (VAW) .
D-Island - Instructions on Getting to D-Island and Dealing with Common Issues
Learn all about D-Island (FAQ) >>
This page should cover all you need to know to be able to visit and use D-Island (or other spaces in SecondLife).
