Networking for Impact, PCDN Weekly Newsletter, September 12, 2025

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Check out one of the most Amazing Tools for Networking for Impact

I’ve been using Boardy for about six months, an AI-powered connector, to find meaningful partnerships and consulting gigs—much more helpful than typical networking. If you’re working in social impact, education, or just want to meet thoughtful changemakers. The tool is amazing.

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  2. Have a quick 3-5 min call with Boardy
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    Boardy will then suggest some relevant members to connect with. If you both say yes, he’ll make a warm intro via email and WhatsApp — and even give you some context to spark the conversation.

Social Impact News & Resources

😄 Joke of the Day
Why did the calendar start a podcast?
Because it had too many dates to keep to itself!

🌐 News

  • 📚 Back to School, Minus the Bots
    In a powerful reflection on tech and learning, this piece argues that education doesn’t need AI to thrive. Instead, it calls for curiosity, connection, and community-driven learning. A must-read for educators and social innovators alike.
    👉 Read on Buttondown

  • 🕊️ Gaza: A Forced Departure and the Fear of Never Returning
    A harrowing on-the-ground report from The Guardian shares the voices of Palestinians being forced out of Gaza City, shedding light on the humanitarian toll and global silence.
    👉 Read on The Guardian

  • ✊ Nepal's Gen Z is Rising Up
    Rest of World dives into how young Nepalis are leveraging tech, street protests, and digital storytelling to demand justice and systemic change in the face of corruption.
    👉 Explore on Rest of World

🏢  PCDN Global Jobs
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🔗 LinkedIn Profile to Follow
Joelle Martinez – President & CEO of the Latino Leadership Institute
A dynamic voice at the intersection of DEI, leadership development, and systemic change. Joelle’s posts bring sharp insight and inspiration for anyone working in inclusion and leadership.
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