In this week’s Video of the Week, Administrator Raj Shah talks about the importance of social media to further international development goals. For the first time, USAID will participate in Social Media Week, held this week. Social Media Week is a worldwide event exploring the social, cultural and economic impact of social media. This annual conference connects people and organizations through collaboration, learning, and the sharing of ideas and information.
USAID will host events during Social Media Week in Washington to amplify the role of international development in social media. Events include a panel discussion “Why is Social Media Necessary for International Development?” and a video showcase “#Popcorn + International Development” that features videos from USAID partners and missions, and others who are making a footprint in development. Lastly, USAID will host a networking event, with Global Health Alliance, to toast a week of collaboration and the power of social media to change people’s lives.
Can’t attend one of our events, but would like to join the conversation? Join us on Twitter (@usaid) and use hashtag #smwUSAID.
Dale Kietzman University offers degree programs and seminars in International Development and related disciplines to people in underdeveloped areas, such as its Institut Superieur Dale Kietzman in Douala, Cameroun. Would USAIS be interested, in a time of funding uncertainty, of partnering with Dale Kietzman University to reach new areas of service in Francophone Africa with education for capacity development in sustainable environmental, health, and education projects by US volunteers and indigenous Masters and Doctoral students?
John, thank you for your interest. Please visit our website for more information about working with us: http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid