The document discusses the potential for emerging technologies and social networks to create positive social change when used for philanthropic purposes. It provides examples of pioneers in information and communication technology who have worked to develop standards and innovations to expand access and connectivity, particularly in developing areas. The document advocates for a holistic approach called "digital philanthropy" that utilizes these tools and principles for sustainable community development.

1. philanthropy +emerging technology +social network --------------------------------- =a better world? Jim @

2. “ love of mankind” philanthropy

3. “ Technology can broadly be defined as the development and application of tools, machines, materials, and processes that help to solve human problems.” https://honors.rit.edu/~axrgsl/seniorseminar/index.php/Technology technology

4. “ A social network is a social structure made of nodes that are tied by one or more specific types of interdependency, such as values, visions, ideas, financial exchange, friendship, kinship, dislike, conflict or trade.” http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_network social network

7. Vic at AirJaldi Summit

9. information + communication technology --------------------------- =ict +development --------------------------- =ict4d Jim @

10. Who is Connected?

18. Whole System Designer Wanted

19. Digital Philanthropist Wanted

20. Joy Tang http://blog.onevillage.tv/ [email_address] +886 988 164 558 skype: joytang facebook: Joy Tang