The Something Forum

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The Something Forum

The Something Forum is a podcast presenting thought leadership, inspiration, guidance, and relatable conversations about digital innovation and transformation in the nonprofit sector. Our goal is to talk with nonprofit leaders candidly about the good, bad, challenging, and inspiring parts of their work, so together we can learn something about this unique space.

  1. JAN 30

    Build a Community Around Yourself - Part 4: Rita Fennelly-Atkinson, Senior Director of Credentials at Digital Promise

    In our final episode with Dr. Rita Fennelly-Atkinson, we discuss what’s giving her hope and what resolutions she’s set in the new year. We also talk about her time in the military and how that helped her learn to build communities wherever you might be. She also talks about how excited she is for new, young nonprofits joining the industry, and the ways in which they are innovating.

    20 min

  2. JAN 23

    We’re Not Just Numbers and Checkboxes - Part 3: Rita Fennelly-Atkinson, Senior Director of Credentials at Digital Promise

    In this episode, Dr. Rita Fennelly-Atkinson addresses the ethics of data collection. She talks about how demographic data is often not necessary for the work you’re doing, and can pose risks to historically and systematically excluded learners in many ways. She also speaks on the importance of clear and succinct communication, and its importance in an inclusive culture.

    20 min

  3. JAN 16

    The Learner Owns Their Data - Part 2: Rita Fennelly-Atkinson, Senior Director of Credentials at Digital Promise

    In our second episode with Dr. Rita Fennelly-Atkinson, we discuss the importance of keeping user’s data secure, and only collecting the essential information needed for the credential they’re seeking. She tells us about how Digital Promise uses pilot studies and other research methods to refine their credential offerings. She also remarks on keeping an equity mindset in your research, and the importance of compensation for the individuals who participate in it.

    29 min

  4. JAN 9

    Who are we Centering in our Products? - Part 1: Rita Fennelly-Atkinson, Senior Director of Credentials at Digital Promise

    In our first episode of 2024, Dr. Rita Fennelly-Atkinson tells us about her work with digital credentialing, the importance of considering accessibility from the start of a project, and keeping the historically and systematically excluded users at the center of your work.

    26 min

  5. SEASON 2 TRAILER

    Welcome to Season 2 of The Something Forum!

    Welcome to season 2 of The Something Forum! New episodes launch on January 9th!

    2 min

  6. 12/26/2023

    Season 1 in (Brief) Review | Echo&Co Funpisodes Pt. 8

    For the rest of 2023, we're bringing you short, fun episodes featuring the things we love! This week, we take a look back at our first season.

    3 min

  7. 12/19/2023

    The Season 1 Playlist | Echo&Co Funpisodes Pt. 7

    For the rest of 2023, we're bringing you short, fun episodes featuring the things we love! This week, we're bringing you a quick episode to tell you about the playlist we put together for nonprofit leaders to enjoy in the new year!

    2 min

  8. 12/12/2023

    Telling Stories Through Tarot | Echo&Co Funpisodes Pt. 6

    For the rest of 2023, we're bringing you short, fun episodes featuring the things we love! This week, we welcome Bill Brown. He'll tells us a bit about Tarot, and walk us through a reading that builds a story.

    25 min
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The Something Forum is a podcast presenting thought leadership, inspiration, guidance, and relatable conversations about digital innovation and transformation in the nonprofit sector. Our goal is to talk with nonprofit leaders candidly about the good, bad, challenging, and inspiring parts of their work, so together we can learn something about this unique space.

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  • Creator
    Echo&Co
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023 The Something Forum by Echo&Co
  • Show Website
    The Something Forum

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