The More You Know, PCDN Weekly Newsletter, Jan 14, 2024

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The Power of Knowing and the Unknown

What I know shapes what I can do, but I’ve learned the most by embracing what I don’t know. Hosting the Social Change Career Podcast (Season 14 launching soon! For now please check out and consider rating/sharing our 170 + episodes) keeps me engaged with new ideas, and podcasts like Possible.fm & Capitalisn’t challenge my assumptions. Yet, the unknown is where I truly grow. Reading fiction, diving into blogs, and having conversations with people outside my field—like designers, architects, and others who are true innovators—often brings fresh insights I wouldn’t have found on my own.

Resources and Community to Learn From

I rely on platforms like MIT Technology Review to track how innovation shapes the world and Rest of World for stories from underserved regions. LinkedIn Learning is perfect for building practical skills, while SSIR and The Solutions Journalism Network show what’s working in social change. Events like Opportunity Collaboration and their community (one of best unconferences in the world. Check out their fellowship opportunities connect me to changemakers

Here in Medellín, we have an incredible impact community and host informal meetups to share ideas and learn from each other. If you’re in town let me know.

Finding Growth in the Unknown

The unknown is where I stretch and learn. I’ve discovered that reading fiction can be just as valuable as reading about social change—it sparks creativity and helps me see problems differently. Talking to people from completely different fields, like designers or architects, often leads to the most unexpected and exciting ideas. Checking out super cool series (I’m super excited to watch Season 2 of Severance on Apple TV, it is a brilliant show). The unknown isn’t intimidating—it’s where innovation begins.

Feel free to send me a message or respond to our short survey (you can add text) what you’re exploring these days.

Dr. Craig Zelizer

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📖 News

  • Justice for Colonial Atrocities
    A Belgian court ruling on crimes against humanity committed during colonial rule in Africa has been hailed as a groundbreaking step towards addressing historical injustices. This case sets a precedent for accountability in post-colonial contexts.
    Read more: The Guardian

  • The Persistent Digital Divide
    Despite significant funding, many tribal areas still lack reliable internet access. This article dives into the structural issues and misallocated resources that prevent equitable digital inclusion for underserved communities.
    Explore the details: Mashable

  • Meta Ends Fact-Checking Deals
    Meta’s decision to discontinue partnerships with fact-checking organizations worldwide has sparked concerns over misinformation. Global watchdogs are now racing to fill the gap in combating false narratives online.
    Learn more: Rest of World

  • Bluesky Outshines Truth Social
    Bluesky is emerging as a promising alternative in the social media space, offering transparency and trust-focused features. For those already on Bluesky, make sure to connect with PCDN!
    Follow PCDN here: Bluesky
    Dive in: Fast Company

🌍 Organization Spotlight: International Rescue Committee (IRC)

The IRC is a global leader in providing humanitarian relief, resettlement, and development support to displaced populations. They regularly hire for roles in program management, advocacy, and technical fields.
🔗 Explore career opportunities: IRC Careers

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