In this episode of Tech for Good Talks, host Mara Puacz engages with Diana Okado and Dr. Lavri Labi from Revolution Analytics to discuss the pressing AI skills gap in Africa, particularly in Kenya.

They explore the challenges of youth unemployment, the importance of modern education methods, and the role of mentorship in bridging the skills gap. The conversation highlights the diverse backgrounds of students in their programs, the essential skills needed for the future, and the impact of their work across various sectors. The episode concludes with a call to action for aspiring tech professionals to join the movement and contribute to the tech landscape in Africa.

This podcast is brought to you by Tech To The Rescue foundation. If you want to do an impactful project together, visit our website and join the movement.

In this episode of Tech for Good Talks, Ana Camerano, Head of Matching at TTTR, and Alice Damasceno, Director LA Corporate Citizenship & ESG Communications at Lenovo, discuss the intersection of technology and social impact. They focus on Lenovo's initiatives in corporate citizenship, disaster response, and innovative technology solutions. 

Alice shares her journey in social impact, the importance of education, and how Lenovo is leveraging AI for social good. The conversation highlights the need for collaboration between philanthropy and technology to address global challenges and improve lives.

Visit our wesbite to learn more about TTTR and how to get involved in an impact project - as a tech company or an NGO.

In this episode of Tech for Good Talks, Ciro Reynoso interviews Dana Mazia, General Manager at the Bright Initiative by Bright Data. They discuss the intersection of technology and social impact, focusing on how public web data can be leveraged for good.

Dana shares insights on the Bright Initiative's mission to support nonprofits, the importance of ethical data collection, and the role of AI in enhancing social change. The conversation highlights various success stories and offers practical advice for nonprofits looking to utilize data effectively.

Bright Initiative by Bright Data is a partner of the AI4Changemakers program, sponsored by AWS and Google.org. 

If you wanna learn more how to leverage data and technology for social impact, visit us at Tech To The Rescue website and get involved!

In this episode of Tech for Good Talks, Rich Woods interviews Victor Cordon, Director of Social Impact at Okta.

They discuss Victor's journey into the tech for good space, the intersection of cybersecurity and nonprofit organizations, and the growing Tech for Good ecosystem. Victor shares insights on the challenges nonprofits face, the importance of funding, and the role of technology in enhancing social impact. They also explore the future of philanthropy, the impact of AI, and the need for effective partnerships between tech companies and nonprofits.

If you wanna learn more about how technology supports social impact, visit Tech To The Rescue website and get involved!

In this episode of Tech for Good Talks, host Ana Camerano speaks with Tomasz Roszko, CEO of BlueRider.Software, about the intersection of technology and social impact. 

Tomasz shares his journey as a tech entrepreneur, the mission of BlueRider, and their engagement in pro bono projects that leverage technology for good. The conversation highlights the importance of emotional connection in business, the responsibilities of companies to contribute positively to society, and a case study on a project aimed at supporting individuals with autism. Tomek emphasizes the value of collaboration between tech experts and domain specialists to create impactful solutions, and discusses the future potential of integrating AI into their projects.

If you are interested to learn more and engage in a pro bono project with TTTR check out our website and register.

In this episode of Tech for Good Talks, host Mara Puacz interviews Kuba Luty, CEO and co-founder of Adchitects, a web design agency dedicated to creating impactful digital experiences.

They discuss the journey of Adchitects, the importance of quality design, and the agency's commitment to pro bono work, particularly with organizations like the International Rescue Committee.

Kuba shares his personal story of discovering his passion for web design at a young age and emphasizes the importance of giving back to the community through technology.

If you also wanna give back, visit our website and reach out.

In this episode of Tech for Good Talks, host Mara Puacz engages with Aleksander Kożuchowski-Przybyszewski & Aleksandra Łojewska-Guzik from 300.codes, a software development agency based in Warsaw, Poland.

They discuss their journey in technology, the motivation behind their engagement with nonprofits, and the impact of their pro bono projects, particularly with the Forever Forest Foundation. The conversation highlights the importance of using technology for good, the challenges and rewards of working with NGOs, and their aspirations for integrating AI into their future projects. 

If you wanna learn more about doing impactful pro-bono projects together, visit our website or reach out to us.

In this episode of Tech for Good Talks host Mara Puacz, head of Growth at Tech To The Rescue, engages with Michał Śliwoń, CEO, and Daniel Obłąk from Codeclusive, a software development company from Poland who has taken on pro bono projects through TTTR.

The conversation highlights their engagement with nonprofits, particularly their impactful project with Planet Heroes, and discusses the challenges and rewards of sustaining pro bono efforts in a competitive market. They explore the integration of AI in business and nonprofit work, sharing personal experiences with AI tools and their impact on productivity. 

If you want to learn more about TTTR and the pro bono work, visit our website or reach out to us.

In this episode of Tech for Good Talks, host Ana Camerano discusses the intersection of technology and women's rights with guests Ewa Szumera from the Pink Box Foundation and Ola Gogol from SoftServe.

They explore the challenges of menstruation poverty, the innovative Menstrual Academy project aimed at providing comprehensive menstrual health education, and the importance of collaboration between non-profits and tech companies. The conversation highlights the impact of technology in advancing women's rights and the ongoing efforts to break the stigma surrounding menstruation.

Mara Puacz, TTTR's head of Growth, invites Mike Todasco, a prominent voice in AI and creativity to discuss generative AI, education, non-profits, and parenting, among others.

They chat about Mike's transition from leading innovation at PayPal to his current role in academia, the importance of experimentation with AI tools, responsible data use, and the collaboration between tech companies and nonprofits to harness AI for social good.

If you want to learn more about doing tech for good projects through TTTR, visit our website. If you wanna learn more about AI & non-profits get to know the AI4Changemakers program.