The Civic Hacker Podcast

Sustaining the Work - What is Your Plan?

Anca is the founder and director of La Sobremesa where she has worked with civil society organizations and networks in Latin America and the global south for over a decade. In her interview, Anca describes how she founded La Sobremesa to solve a problem that she spotted where there was a lack of spaces for reflection and learning, and for thinking and rethinking realistic solutions from civil society. Anca describes her process of supporting organizations to design their strategies and to rethink and strengthen their institutions, structures and teams. This interview is also available in Spanish. Links: La Sobremesa - www.lasobremesa.co

Remote Volunteering Revolution: A Conversation with Jens Christian Trier of We Make Change

In this BONUS episode, we’re joined by Jens Christian Trier, cofounder of We Make Change, a platform at the forefront of the remote volunteering movement. Jens shares the story behind We Make Change and how it has grown to connect volunteers and nonprofits across the globe. Co-host Charlene Phua, a remote volunteer herself, interviews Jens to learn how the platform ensures impactful partnerships, manages volunteer engagement, and adapts to a post-pandemic world. Listen in to learn more about the future of remote volunteering and how We Make Change is empowering people to make a difference from anywhere in the world. LINKS: We Make Change - https://www.wemakechange.org/ Civic Hacker Network Volunteering Info - Https://civic-hackers.org/volunteer24

YouthMappers: Empowering Global Changemakers with Geospatial Technology

In this bonus episode, we welcome a panel from YouthMappers, a global community that empowers students to use geospatial technology to tackle critical challenges. Our guests include YouthMappers co-founder Chad Blevins and regional ambassadors Fey Anda and Erick Tamba Mnyali. Tune in to learn how YouthMappers is building the next generation of geospatial experts and civic hackers around the world. LINKS: YOUTHMAPPERS - https://www.youthmappers.org/ GIS COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE - Interest form: https://airtable.com/appFmSEExNfl7gTKe/shrhYknZB2EC73BBb [https://airtable.com/appFmSEExNfl7gTKe/shrhYknZB2EC73BBb]

Techshift Alliance: Building a Network for Responsible Tech

Join us as we dive into the world of student led tech-for-good with Maria Filipelli, a TechShift Alliance board member, and Ciara Ungar, the acting president. TechShift Alliance is a network dedicated to supporting student groups who focus on creating positive change through technology. In this episode, we discuss how they engage with students, partners, and volunteers to build a thriving community. Whether you're interested in social impact or tech innovation, this episode offers insights into the strategies and partnerships that drive TechShift forward. LINKS: https://www.techshift.org/

Elevating Down-Ballot Races with Joy Malonza of The Down Ballot

Joy Malonza is the founder of The Down Ballot, where she is building a one-stop-shop that provides progressive constituents with resources to make informed decisions on who best represents their core values. In her interview, Joy describes how she spotted the problem of disconnect between on the ground work and legislation which led her to create her start-up that helps voters connect the dots between a politician's stance on key issues and the impact that their policy positions will have on various sectors of society. She shares what she has learned through developing The Down Ballot, and dives into how to successfully utilize the power of social media for growth.  Links to info and resources:  https://www.thedownballot.org/ [https://www.thedownballot.org/]