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Baby boomers share the most fake news on Facebook

A new study has confirmed that Facebook users over 65 were the most likely to share and spread 'fake news' stories during the 2016 presidential election. As older generations become more digitally literate, should greater care be given to teaching identification skills of fake news, or would this be a violation of free speech and dignity of risk?

Could digital-only banks mean the end of traditional banking?

With damning allegations made against major banks as a result of the Banking Royal Commission, more and more people are turning to digital-only banks. With 1 in 5 Australians not online, how could this impact upon the future of banking in Australia?

Big banks hurry across Apple Pay divide

The term 'digital divide' is usually used with reference to those who can't afford or use technology easily. But three of the big four banks found themselves on the wrong side of Apple Pay recently.

Will a new digital divide develop in high schools?

NSW high schools are now able to choose if and how they ban mobile phone use.

Dispelling fear and enabling greater digital participation - hints and tips

It is quite common for those without strong digital skills to be intimidated, discouraged and even scared to use technology. For these people, technology can be associated with bad experiences and failed learning attempts, resulting in lost confidence. Here are some handy hints and tips to restore confidence and enable greater digital inclusion.

Could digital-only banks mean the end of traditional banking?

With damning allegations made against major banks as a result of the Banking Royal Commission, more and more people are turning to digital-only banks. With 1 in 5 Australians not online, how could this impact upon the future of banking in Australia?

Are women bending over backwards for app-based 'flexibility'?

Platform-based commerce continues to increase our 'flexible' and 'responsive' labour force. New research suggests that the gig economy reflects existing inequalities in the workforce.

Training & Conferences

Girls in Tech Meetup - March 5 2019, Sydney

Girls in Tech Meetup Sydney
Academy of Information Technology
Ultimo
5 March 2019, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Justice Connect webinars for non-profits 2018

Justice Connect run webinar training on a range of common legal issues faced by community organisations and individuals within them. Topics for 2019 range from Starting a Not-for-profit to Social Media & the Law for NFPs. Last hear's webinars are recorded and available online. Prices start at $32.49 for live webinars.

Transform: Digital Transformation Conference for Non-Profits - 8-10 May 2019, Melbourne

The Connecting Up 'Transform' Conference at Melbourne Conference and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) next May will see an array of world class speakers and non-profit CEOs focused on helping non-profits achieve a successful digital transformation.

Fundraising Institute Australia (FIA) Conference - 27 Feb-1 Mar 2019, Melbourne

Fundraising Institute Australia (FIA) Conference
'Your Time is Now!'
27 February-1 March 2019
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

Volunteering Opportunities

Sponsorship and fundraising member - Stanhope Gardens

A multicultural organisation that delivers open, empathetic support, guidance and reassurance to all multicultural community members has an opportunity for a Sponsorship and Fundraising member.

RISE Education Program Mentor

Location: Western Sydney - various. RISE Education Mentors are responsible for providing one on one mentoring in the classroom weekly for one hour to a student with a parent in prison. Gifting a little of your time can make a huge change in the life of a young person!

Beginners Computer Facilitator - Seven Hills

Would you love to use your IT skills to assist with a beginners computer program? In this role you will be facilitating and providing training in Beginners Computers Level 1 & 2. Our clients are frail aged, people with disability and carers.

Create your own dream volunteering opportunity

Sure, there are plenty of volunteering opportunities to be found in op-shops. But if sorting and selling used clothes isn't your thing ... well, what IS your thing? Human rights? Instagram? Playing with kids? Sailing? Interpretive dance? There will be a role for you somewhere - if you can't find it, create it!

Lawson: Call for Digital Mentors

Would you love to share your digital skills and knowledge to assist seniors become more conﬁdent with their digital needs? As a Digital Mentor you can assist seniors to learn digital skills such as how to send an sms on a smartphone or how to email on a tablet or how to use a laptop to browse the net.

Greater Western Sydney: Digital Mentoring Volunteering Opportunities

Give people the power to be online and use technology! Become a Digital Mentor today. Everything is going online; without the skills to use technology, people are becoming more and more excluded from the modern world and all it has to offer. A digital mentor provides one-on-one support to help people learn about technology


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