The Drum Beat 61 - Interesting WEB SITES

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INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

1. African Telecosm

A subscription-based site that collects and publishes up to date information and analysis on the African telecommunications sector.



2. Community ICT Projects In South Africa

For community information and communication technology projects in South Africa. Aims to support action, discussion and research on Universal Access to ICTs, e.g. Telecentres and other types of community ICT projects in South Africa.

3. Information for Development Program
The Information for Development Program (InfoDev) - World Bank - addresses
the obstacles facing developing countries in an increasingly
information-driven world economy. Promotes innovative projects on the use
of information and communication technologies for economic and social
development

4. Networked Intelligence for Development (NID)

Works with marginalised communities in developing countries to assist them to harness the benefits of evolving information and communication technologies and to establish a digital presence.

5. LearnLink in Africa

LearnLink is working with NGOs in Ghana and Benin,
and with Ministry of Education teacher training institutions in Morocco,
Namibia and Uganda, to help develop African models for greater
participation in the global knowledge society and economy

DEVELOPMENT ISSUES RESOURCES

6. ABANTU

ABANTU for Development - committed to enhancing the capacity of African
people, in particular women, to participate in development and to increase
the participation of women in the political and economic structures.

7. Centre for Environment Information and Knowledge in Africa (CEIKA)

Provides multi-media resources and training to support strategic environmental management in Africa.



8. Drought Aid, Sustainable Development Networking Programme (SDNP), Pakistan

Provides updated news on the drought situation and links the relief activities of donors, government and civil society organizations so as to create a synergy of humanitarian help in the drought stricken areas.



9. From the Frontlines

Designed by the United States National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy to provide a snapshot of the many and varied activities and developments across the US in teen pregnancy prevention.



10. The Ghent Group on HIV in Women & Children

An international think-tank group that has worked to bring together researchers and policy makers and create an environment in which issues relating to HIV vertical transmission could be discussed.



11. Global Issues

Over 3000 links to external articles, web sites reports and analysis. Issues include: poverty, Kosovo, East Timor, mainstream media and conflicts in Africa, human rights, women's rights, racism, the arms trade, children and the military, military expansion and more.



12. The International Center for Research on Women (ICRW)

Dedicated to promoting social and economic development with women's full participation. ICRW generates information and technical assistance on women's productive and reproductive roles, their status in the family, their leadership in society, and their management of environmental resources. Advocates with governments and multi-lateral agencies, convenes experts in formal and informal forums, and engages in an active publications and information program.



13. The Story Workshop Educational Trust

A non-profit educational media group creating entertainment for social change in Malawi



14. Management Sciences for Health, Inc. (MSH)

Working in public health areas to improve management and access to services in primary health care, child survival, maternal and child health, family planning and reproductive health.



15. Responsible Coffee Campaign

Alerts faculty, students and staff on school campuses to the impact they could have on "southern" social and environmental conditions. The Campaign works to supply information and sources to those who are confused about the claims being made on behalf of this or that coffee.



16. "Sexwise"

A BBC initiative that aims to provide radio listeners, readers and on-line users with accurate information about sexual health issues along with useful contacts about sexual and reproductive rights. The website provides background information, links, frequencies of broadcasts as well as downloadable versions of the "Sexwise" book in 22 languages. Six 15-minute Learning Zone programmes entitled "Sexwise: The True Story", chart the making of Sexwise, and include portions of the programme that never went on air.



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Contains hundreds of images and cartoons covering a spectrum of issues including transport, war, climate-change, racism, genetix, corporations, sexuality, education, and globalisation, all carrying the same message - that people and the planet should be put before corporate profits. Many graphics are available for download, to be reprinted in newspapers, magazines and websites.



18. WomenAction

A global information, communication and media network that enables NGOs to actively engage in the Beijing +5 review process with the long term goal of women's empowerment, with a special focus on women and the media.

19. Ashoka

Ashoka's mission is to develop the profession of social entrepreneurship around the world.

DEVELOPMENT NEWS

20. One World

Connect to a Better World

21. Africa On-Line

Internet news and communications services throughout Africa.



22. The Media Channel

Eye on Global Media



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DEVELOPMENT SOLUTIONS RESOURCES



23. Communication for Change

Provide an integrated service in the communication for development field. Consultants providing communication solutions.



24. HORIZON Communications Solutions Site for Kids

For young children and adolescents, an international site to collaborate and share solutions to worldwide issues and problems.



25. Sustainable Development Networking Programme (India)

Exists to facilitate the process of sustainable development by disseminating solutions, promoting good practices and strengthening democratic practices through a mechanism of information exchange between NGOs, government and research organisations, business establishments and civil society at large.



INDEPENDENT JOURNALISM



26. The Global Village CAT

Worldwide links to 350 Public Access Television sites in 15 countries and other links related to the movement for the Freedom of Speech.



27. The Independent Press Association (IPA)

Works to promote and support independent publications committed to social justice and a free press. Provides technical assistance to member publications and is a public advocate of the independent press.



28. Transitions Online (TOL)

A Czech nonprofit dedicated to building independent journalism in Central and Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and the former Soviet Union. Uses a network of local correspondents to provide cross-regional analysis.



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