Friday of Impact, PCDN Weekly Newsletter, Dec 27, 2024

 Special Second Edition this week 

We’re sharing a second edition this week because there are so many incredible opportunities for impact work right now. In a world with so many challenges, we need impactful work more than ever. From fellowships to jobs, funding, and tools, it’s the perfect time to explore what’s out there and plan for the year ahead.
In a world with so many challenges we need changemakers and impact work more than ever.

CFA, Georg Arnhold International Summer Conference (GAISC) 2025 (sponsored post)

We invite submission of original contributions that engage with topics related to the theme of the conference: The Quest for Peace and Equality under the “Postdigital Condition”: New Media Formations and Practices in Education. The four-day long Summer Conference will bring together early-career scholars, senior researchers, and practitioners from around the world. It will provide an interdisciplinary and international forum that will allow participants to debate and critically reflect upon these key issues, strengthen research connections, and support critical reflection to inform future research and practice. Part of the Summer Conference is a workshop organized and facilitated by the Airbel Impact Lab, which is the research and innovation arm of the International Rescue Committee (IRC).

Following the summer conference, up to 5 individuals will be selected to undertake fellowships with the IRC. Participation in the conference is supported by the Georg Arnold Program in the form of individual scholarships (regional lump sums) to cover travel expenses for contributing participants.

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Social Impact News & Resources

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To help students grow their potential! 🌱

📚 News

  • Rethinking School Grading: Should we focus less on quantity and more on quality in education? A thought-provoking piece from The New York Times.
    Read here.

  • Universal Pre-K, 10 Years Later: What lessons can we draw from Bill de Blasio’s initiative and its long-term impact? New York Magazine takes a closer look.
    Explore here.

  • Bridging Generations: Intergenerational care benefits both children and seniors—but why is it still so rare? EdSurge dives in.
    Learn more.

  • Conflict in Gaza: An in-depth interactive from The New York Times explores key takeaways from the ongoing strikes.
    View here.

🌍 Organization Spotlight: EdTech Jobs

Looking for meaningful work in education technology? Check out the EdSurge Job Board for opportunities at the intersection of learning and innovation.
🔗 Browse jobs here.

💡 LinkedIn Profile to Follow

Catalina Escobar Bravo
Catalina is a powerhouse in social entrepreneurship, tech innovation, and sustainability. She’s the Co-Founder of MAKAIA, Nodoká & BeTek and an SXSW Honoree. Follow her for insights into impactful leadership.
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