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discussion item Comment (1) on DAILY APPRECIATIONS -- who or what do you appreciate? (1726) in DAILY APRECIATIONS project
I appreciate Colin Cameron's thought: "perhaps a better metaphor might be closing time at your favorite nightclub. I know that many people don't want to leave, but it's closing time...." Good metaphor! And when the "party is over" we thank our kind ...
Updated 16 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (1) on The end of omidyar.net: creating new communities (237) in Community - General
Haha Martin , i grew up in the 3rd world, my family's still there. There is evolution and possibilities. If you see no point in consumer culture, well, you have to ask yourself what's the point of producing all these artisan jewelry to begin with. ...
Updated 16 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

workspace page Yourself = Your Self (2) in Web Empowerment :: Tools & Techniques
Updated 16 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

workspace page Services Available (2) in Services & Service Listings
Updated 16 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

workspace page Web Design :: Designing Websites That Work (2) in Web Design :: Designing Websites That Work
Updated 16 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Tag yourself, tag others – make it easy to find people with s... (32) in Tagging Feedback
Today we made it possible for you to apply tags to profiles, including your own. This is your chance to make yourself and others easier to find based on your interests and passions – and to keep track of the people you met here. Check here for th...
Updated 18 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item What is the Global Marshall Plan? (20) in The Global Marshall Plan
Website: http://www.globalmarshallplan.org/ The Global Marshall Plan aims at a "World in Balance". To achieve this we need a better design of globalization and the global economic processes - a worldwide Eco-Social Market Economy. This is a matter o...
Updated 20 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item AboutUs.org Q&A (94) in Transition
''I work part-time (40 hours/month) for AboutUs.org. Some would call this a conflict of interest. Perhaps. I also happen to believe very much in what AboutUs is attempting to do in the world.'' http://aboutus.org can be used for whatever people w...
Updated 22 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (2) on What About Ratings? (0) in Transition
I announced my intention to leave, but Norbert continues to speak as if he were still addressing me, so I assume I must still be on topic: What would you like? * *everyone* to stay on topic * a less dismissive attitude to ideas with whic...
Updated 22 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (2) on Meta - Board Election Process (76) in Transition
It will be, in large part, thankless work and a huge time vacuum I am trying to imagine what kind of work will be involved, and I guess the two things that came to mind is maybe we will have to evaluate dozens of other websites and we might also h...
Updated 22 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (2) on Meta - Board Election Process (76) in Transition
nmw said: does this also mean that the link from the omidyar.net home page will also expire on Dec 31, 2007? Are you referring to the omidyar.net community home page? or to the Omidyar Network corporate home page? The board will work with H...
Updated 23 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (2) on Meta - Board Election Process (76) in Transition
On the same discussion, Linda had suggested (I think!) that it should be fine for people to both sit on the board, and have a direct interest in the outcome, ie a "platform" to offer. In one instance she had offered Ted as an example, who runs (I thi...
Updated 23 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (3) on DAILY APPRECIATIONS -- who or what do you appreciate? (1726) in DAILY APRECIATIONS project
Appreciating Liz' in depth appreciations that take real pause and consideration. That consideration is what is so touching and unforgettable.
Updated 23 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (3) on DAILY APPRECIATIONS -- who or what do you appreciate? (1726) in DAILY APRECIATIONS project
Appreciating people like Richard who take the sometimes enormous risk of asking for help when they desire help.
Updated 23 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (1) on DAILY APPRECIATIONS -- who or what do you appreciate? (1726) in DAILY APRECIATIONS project
I appreciate Linda For her diligent work with the StopWDI group cause. And for continuing to make good things happen by creating enriching connections between the Thai and Ugandans. I admire her dedication to earning her PhD in Buddhist Economics a...
Updated 23 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (10) on DAILY APPRECIATIONS -- who or what do you appreciate? (1726) in DAILY APRECIATIONS project
I appreciate Mark. On an overall, I believe that Mark will be good as part of the board. He has been involved with many O-net activities and jumpstarted lasting threads. And he has been here for a long time. Many of his threads have been mainstays ...
Updated 23 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (5) on DAILY APPRECIATIONS -- who or what do you appreciate? (1726) in DAILY APRECIATIONS project
I appreciate Michael It would definitely be an asset to all of us if Michael is part of our board. No one can deny his ability to moderate and his steadfastness in dealing with many kinds of situations with as much patience as he can possibly must...
Updated 23 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (2) on Make-Your-Own-Jewelry Market (0) in Artisan Collaboration & Cooperatives
transformation of raw material is the essence of rationality
Updated 25 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (10) on O-Net the Home Game (774) in Games for Social Good
I wanted to toss out something that was simple, we could do almost immediately, could be fun, could easily do without involving making people or groups outside o/net understand the deal. Anyway, here's what I thinking... O/net Home Game (Round ...
Updated 25 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (5) on DAILY APPRECIATIONS -- who or what do you appreciate? (1726) in DAILY APRECIATIONS project
I appreciate Donna Suskawicz, the director of the Irving K. Zola Center for Persons with Disabilities http://www.zolacenter.org in Newton Massachusetts, an organization that I understand Donna was instrumental in founding. I don't know Donna perso...
Updated 27 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (2) on O-Net the Home Game (774) in Games for Social Good
It seems to me there is a minor league, and a major league, with respect to sustainability, or any other cause. We could play like this. In the minor league anything you do that makes your life more sustainable is recognised equally. You get a point...
Updated 29 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (2) on Assignment: Code 2.0 (248) in UCSC's CMPS80J Technology Targeted at Social Issues
Ryan Dineen said: Sara Cruz said: Steven Nguyen said: Well, pornography and video games are two subject that have different norms in society. While parents can easily talk about video games and discuss it (even ...
Updated 29 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (2) on Project: Providing Online Education for Prisoners (0) in UCSC's CMPS80J Technology Targeted at Social Issues
I agree but at least their chances are higher. darrow wong said: im kind of iffy about this because know matter how educated convicts are their job choices will always be limited. or if not limited very hard to find an employer that will overlo...
Updated 29 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (2) on Project: Providing Online Education for Prisoners (0) in UCSC's CMPS80J Technology Targeted at Social Issues
I like this idea because on of the hardest parts of being a former prisoner is the re integration into society. It helps to go away from the outcast point of view. education is like gold. Stephen Johnson said: This discussion is for comments, s...
Updated 29 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (2) on Project: Santa Cruz Bike-Share Program (52) in UCSC's CMPS80J Technology Targeted at Social Issues
Marcello Guarro said: Link: http://www.omidyar.net/group/cmps80j/ws/Project%3A%20Santa%20Cruz%20Bike-Share%20Program/ This sounds like a great program. A few questions this raises: Who is in charge of running the program and maintaining the bik...
Updated 29 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (3) on Website Development :: General Project Design, Basic Organizational Structure (0) in New Media Works
Sounds good Lars, I nominate you for PR !
Updated 29 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (5) on The Power of Play (0) in Children - Youth - Families
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Updated 32 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (7) on Is Poverty A Problem That Needs To Be Solved? (0) in Issues - General
David, Poverty is **not** about 'money' firstmost it is about 'food' then 'shelter' then 'healthcare' etc. money is nothing but an accounting system of those that have
Updated 33 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (5) on Feedback to address the goal of pointing to content (0) in Tagging Feedback
nmw said: Jim Carroll said: Even earlier today, someone saw their name when they clicked on the tag *bullshit*. This is a serious enough bug in my estimation to consider a fix sooner than later. Please describe why you fee...
Updated 33 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (10) on Feedback to address the goal of pointing to content (0) in Tagging Feedback
Lenore Cowen said: Maybe we should have a workspace page of "omidyar.net" tagging conventions? That way, if anyone has a tag for which they are promoting an unusual, site-specific suggested usage, they can put the glossary there? I've ...
Updated 33 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

discussion item Comment (4) on (HISTORICAL) One Single Purpose: So that more and more people discover their own power to make good things happen (0) in WTF: Winning Truth Feedback University of Collaborative Knowledge
Norbert, I've never given any negative feedback points, so please don't speculate in such a way. Actually, I don't give positive feedback points either. I've never figured out the system. Don't bash someone publicly unles you're sure of your facts. ...
Updated 34 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

workspace page Skills (3) in Skills
Updated 35 weeks ago, Tagged by: nmw

workspace page Do You Feel Successful? (1) in Feeling Well
Updated last year, Tagged by: nmw

workspace page terms (1) in Job Listings & Job Seekers
Updated last year, Tagged by: nmw

workspace page interests (1) in Interests
Updated last year, Tagged by: nmw

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