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Sound of Curiosity - From Play to Impact | Ms. Aishwarya Lakhani | TEDxKnowledgeum Academy Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-06 16:21
[Music] Did you know your brain makes a sound. Nope. Mine goes ooh.It's what happens when curiosity peaks. When something clicks, when you stumble upon a surprising link, it's what Taylor Swift also does to us with her Easter eggs. Makes us all go ooh and connect the dots.Wow, cold. For me, my whole life has been a series of these oo and chaotic, yes, but meaningful. For most people, paths look like this.A straight line, one lane. For me, they mostly look like this. Hold on.Sorry. That's the insides of my b ...
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Ansem 🧸💸· 2025-09-15 02:34
RT Collectible (@collectible)Kindness Coin has the potential to be one of the biggest PF streamer coins because its entire model is built around wholesome virality and real impact. The dev (KarveTV) has 1.2M TikTok followers, consistently pulls millions of views per video, and has been creating viral content for years. Unlike typical crypto devs, he isn’t a “degen cash-grab” guy—his brand is built on spreading positivity.100% of fees are donated to Twitch streamers with zero viewers. This isn’t just charity ...
Empowering Young Africans to Grow Africa | Lady Comfort Ocran | TEDxUniversityofCapeCoast
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-02 16:26
Youth Development & Empowerment - The organization aims to empower a new generation of young people to take control of their destiny and create change in their communities [4] - Statistics indicate a significant youth population in Africa, with 400 million (million) young people aged 15-35, projected to double to 800 million (million) by 2050 [4][5] - In Ghana, approximately 13 million (million) young people aged 15-35, with only one in three employed, highlighting a significant challenge [5] Springboard Rosho Foundation's Initiatives - Springboard Rosho Foundation engages young people by providing hope and ideas, focusing on entrepreneurship, financial literacy, mentorship, and career guidance [6][7] - The foundation has impacted the lives of over 800,000 (thousand) young people through its programs [7] - The organization partners with institutions like Mastercard Foundation and MTN to deliver programs such as the Ghana Growth Program [7][13] Success Stories & Impact - The organization highlights success stories of individuals like Michael, a former yogurt seller who pursued education and became a manager, demonstrating the power of belief [8][9][10][11] - Another example is Thomas, who established a private primary school in his community after being inspired by the program, showcasing the power of boldness [11][12][13] Ghana Growth Program - The Ghana Growth Program focuses on opportunities in the extended value chain for agriculture and at vet [14] - The program has a presence in all 16 regional capitals and 48 districts, reaching 440,000 (thousand) young men, women, and persons with disabilities [14][15]
New York Times Bestselling Author and Leading Organizational Psychologist Adam Grant to Headline bbcon 2025 Tech Conference
Prnewswire· 2025-06-24 13:30
Group 1 - Blackbaud will host its annual tech conference, bbcon 2025, from October 6-8 in Philadelphia, featuring keynote speaker Adam Grant [1][2] - The conference aims to bring together thousands of Blackbaud users and those interested in leveraging Blackbaud's software for social impact, offering over 100 sessions led by industry experts [3] - Blackbaud is recognized as a leading software provider dedicated to social impact, serving various sectors including nonprofits and education, with over $100 billion raised or managed annually through its platforms [5] Group 2 - Adam Grant is a prominent organizational psychologist and bestselling author, known for his insights on leadership and motivation, and has a significant following on social media [2] - The conference will provide opportunities for attendees to enhance their skills, network within the Blackbaud community, and learn about upcoming innovations from Blackbaud leaders [3] - Blackbaud operates as a remote-first company with a global presence, supporting users in over 100 countries [5]
Old National Again Named Among the 50 Most Community-Minded U.S. Companies by Points of Light
Globenewswire· 2025-06-04 13:40
Core Points - Old National Bancorp has been recognized as one of "The Civic 50" honorees for 2025, marking the second consecutive year for this achievement [1][5] - The Civic 50 award is given to the 50 most community-minded companies in the U.S., based on criteria such as employee volunteering, community investment, corporate citizenship, and social impact programs [2][4] Company Overview - Old National Bancorp is the holding company for Old National Bank, ranking as the fifth largest commercial bank headquartered in the Midwest, with approximately $70 billion in assets and $37 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2025 [5] - The company focuses on building long-term partnerships with clients while supporting the communities it serves, offering services in consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, and capital markets [5] Community Engagement - In 2024, Old National employees logged over 67,000 collective volunteer hours, contributing to a total of more than 6.5 million hours volunteered by The Civic 50 companies, which is double the average for U.S. companies not in this group [3] - Points of Light emphasizes that companies like Old National demonstrate how social impact initiatives benefit employee well-being and strengthen community ties [4] Recognition Criteria - The Civic 50 honorees are selected based on four dimensions of corporate citizenship and social impact programs: investment of resources and volunteerism, integration across business functions, institutionalization through policies and systems, and impact measurement [7]
