Guide to Twitter
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
This resource describes the basic steps for using Twitter. The manual describes how the popular social networking site represents an international social media revolution that can lead to effective social and national mobilization. It focuses on how Twtter gave citizens, especially in the Arab world, a stronger voice and an opportunity to express views freely and without constraints.
Guide to Producing Viral Videos
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
This resource offers a basic guide to viral video clips, which become popular through video sharing websites and e-mails, as well as through social media networks such as Twitter and Facebook. The guide gives information in a question and answer format.
Guide to Producing PSAs
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
This guide provides information about Public Service Announcements (PSAs). PSAs aim to change public opinion about a particular issue, and/or motivate the public to change behaviors.
The Citizen’s Guide to a Civilized State
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
This manual aims to raise awareness of Yemeni citizens about the definition of a civil state - its principles, components and guarantees. Additionally, it reviews the role of youth and civil society organizations in establishing a modern civil state.
The Political Empowerment of Youth in Yemen
Organization: Yemeni National Forum for Human Rights (NFHR)Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
All You Need to Know about Blogging Manual
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
This training manual on blogging aims to raise the efficiency of media personnel who cover environmental topics. The manual also seeks to increase public awareness and public participation on environmental issues.
How to Use Flickr
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
This manual provides an overview of Flickr, a website used to host, share and save photos. It describes how the site is widely used by bloggers to host images that they embed in blogs within social media and blogs.
10 Social Fundraising Tools for NGOs
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
The “Ana Digital” project published this manual to assist civil society organizations and social activists. The manual includes 10 of the most important websites that provide social tools for fundraising, advocacy and disseminating these ideas through the Internet.
Introduction to Podcasts
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
This manual provides reasons for civil society and non-governmental organizations to use podcasts, tips for recording and downloading podcasts and how to "publish" them. Podcasts are a type of digital multimedia file (either audio or video) that can be downloaded on a computer or any other device.
How to Create a Blog on Wordpress
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
This “Ana Digital” educational manual explains how to create a blog on WordPress, a popular blog hosting website.
How to Create a Blog on Blogger
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2011
This “Ana Digital” manual provides an explanation on how to create a blog on Blogger, a popular blog hosting website.
New Media for the Networked NGO - Keynote Address by Beth Kanter
Language(s): English, Arabic, French
Published: 2012
New Media for the Networked NGO Worksheet: Principles of Social Media
Language(s): English, Arabic, French
Published: 2012
Three of the Most Important Elements to be Taken into Consideration When Thinking About Your Social Media Strategy
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This resource explains three of the most important elements to be taken into consideration when thinking about your social media strategy.
Blogging Guide
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This guide provides information about creating blogs for civil society organizations (CSOs). Topics focus on comparing websites and blogs based on properties and features, why CSOs should create and manage a blog, and how CSOs can make their blog useful and popular. The guide also offers tips for writing electronic articles and steps to create blogs on WordPress and Blogger.
How to Activate Blogs and Make Them More Popular
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This resource includes steps to help civil society organizations (CSOs) make their blogs useful and popular.
10 Social Media Tools for Civil Society Organizations
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file provides a list of 10 major active social networking websites that offer free services and promote civil society organizations (CSOs) through engagement, promotion or communication.
20 Tips to Reach the Top of the Twitter World
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This resource provides tips and considerations that should be taken into account by civil society organizations (CSOs) when using Twitter for social networking.
Be an Expert on Facebook Pages... Tips for Greater Popularity
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file reviews the most common method for increasing the number of civil society organization (CSO) Facebook fans.
Why Do You Use Flickr?
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file provides an overview of the features Flickr offers for saving and organizing images.
Smartphone Applications
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file gives the definition of smart phone applications (Mobile Apps) and how they can support civil society organizations (CSOs) in achieving their objectives and implementing programs.
The Importance of Video Sharing by Civil Society Organizations
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This resource provides examples of video sharing websites where civil society organizations (CSOs) can enhance their work by uploading video clips and sharing them with a large audience.
Tips for Writing Better Electronic Articles
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file provides several tips for civil society organizations (CSOs) to write improved electronic articles.
URL Shortening Service
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file provides information about a URL shortening service, which makes links substantially shorter in length. It explains the pros and cons of URL shortening.
How to Write a Success Story for a Civil Society Organization?
Organization: International Research and Exchanges Board (IREX)Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file offers tips for writing success stories about the programs and projects of civil society organizations (CSOs).
Elevator Speech: What, When, Where and How?
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file briefly explains how to take advantage of the elevator speech and gives characteristics of the speech, including tips for preparation. Elevator speeches are short summaries used to quickly and simply define an organization or service.
Introduction to Fundraising Tools Through the Internet
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This resource describes six new tools for collecting donations for non-profit organizations through the Internet.
Mobile Phone Camera: Tips on Buying and Getting the Full Benefits
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file provides tips on how to choose a mobile phone camera and how to get the best performance from it.
Ten Reasons that Make Visitors Not Return to Your Website Again
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file offers a list of 10 reasons that website visitors choose not to return to a website.
Mobile Applications for Civil Society Organizations
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file explains the use of innovative smart phone applications by civil society organizations (CSOs), such as to increase efficiency, provide information, data collection and surveys.
Debating Skills
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This brief guide explains the concept of debate - elements, skills, rules and ethics.
What is the Prezi Website?
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file provides an overview about Prezi, a web-based presentation application and storytelling tool that uses a single canvas instead of traditional slides. It offers an alternative to PowerPoint, with different ways to present photos, videos and text.
Tips for Professional Video Shooting
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This resource provides an overview of professional video shooting and basic steps that should be taken into account before starting to film.
What is RSS Technology?
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This resource provides a description of RSS technology (an acronym for Really Simple Syndication), a format used to publish frequently updated content. The file reviews benefits of RSS as a tool for information published once to be viewed by many different programs.
The Best Additions to Protect WordPress Blogs from Hacking
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This resource provides examples of some of the best security plugins, along with tips to better protect WordPress blogs from hacking.
How is Your Popularity on Twitter and Facebook? The Twentyfeet Website
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This guide provides an overview of the TwentyFeet website, which measures users’ popularity and influence on social networking sites, including Twitter, Facebook, bit.ly and others.
Do You Have Influence on the Internet? Discover Through Klout.com
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file provides an overview of the Klout.com website, which measures the breadth and strength of one's online influence across their social network.
Cloud Services
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This guide provides an overview of cloud services, resources and services on multiple servers that are connected to the Internet and enable users to access systems regardless of their location and device.
Google Analytics
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file provides an overview of Google Analytics, a free service that generates detailed statistics about how visitors use a website - unique visitors, new and returning visitors, bounce rate, time on site, etc.
Elements of Monitoring the Growth Strategy for a Blog or Website
Language(s): Arabic
Published: 2012
This file provides information about a variety of means to monitor growth of blogs and websites.
WES Entrepreneurial Training Program - Presentation
Language(s): French
Published: 2012
WES Entrepreneurship Participants Manual
Language(s): French
Published: 2012
Training of Trainers: Home-Based Businesses and E-Commerce
Language(s): French
Published: 2012
Home-Based Business and E-Commerce – TOT Facilitator’s Guide
Language(s): French
Published: 2012
This facilitator's guide was part of the Institute of International Education's November 2011 Training of Trainers event, part of the Women's Enterprise for Sustainability (WES) program.
Munathara - Mobile App for Promoting Public Dialogue
Language(s):
Published: 2012
Tunisian CSO Munathara worked with local mobile developers to build this app promoting public dialogue. Users can record and upload a 99-second video on a key civic issue, which is then viewed and rated by other app users.
Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/munathara/id572965744?mt=8
This app was funded by the IREX Social Media | Social Action program, through the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI).
Devgator and CPRPD - Mobile App for Disabled Community
Language(s):
Published: 2012
Mobile app development company Devgator worked with Moroccan NGO CPRPD to build an app allowing the disabled community to access information about disability friendly public/ private resources nearby, also offering users the opportunity to rate and record their experiences with local services. This tool is available in French, Arabic and English and is not Morocco specific - it could be deployed in any geography.
This app was funded by the IREX Social Media | Social Action program, through the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI).
Mohammed Bitar and Al Manarah - Mobile App for the blind and visually impaired
Language(s):
Published: 2012
Arabi Israeli developer Mohammed Bitar worked with Al Manarah to develop this mobile app for the blind and visually impaired, allowing this audience to listen to Arabic language literature on their smart phones. It also features bookmark and review functions. Al Manaraah is based in Nazareth, Israel.
Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/jo/app/mktbt-almnart/id597383899?mt=8
This app was funded by the IREX Social Media | Social Action program, through the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI).
Mobisoft and WE Centre - Mobile App for Volunteerism
Language(s):
Published: 2012
Jordanian CSO WE Centre worked with mobile developer Mobisoft to build an app promoting volunteerism in Jordan This tool provides both an educational platform and enables people to search and sign up for volunteer opportunities in Jordan.
Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/jo/app/wecenter/id562837884?mt=8
This app was funded by the IREX Social Media | Social Action program, through the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI).
Royal Society of the Conservation of Nature - Mobile App for Environmentalism
Language(s):
Published: 2012
The Royal Society of the Conservation of Nature's mobile app teaches Jordanians (specifically youth) environmental facts, how to look after the local ecosystem, and provides access to information on parks and reserves around the country.
Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id584813724
This app was funded by the IREX Social Media | Social Action program, through the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI).
Justice Centre for Legal Aid - Mobile App for Legal Information
Language(s):
Published: 2012
This mobile app for Jordan's Justice Centre for Legal Aid provides citizens with access to basic legal information, offers a function for users to ask questions, and enables them to locate their local legal aid centres.
Play:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.jcla.mobilecompanion&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsIm9yZy5qY2xhLm1vYmlsZWNvbXBhbmlvbiJd
This app was funded by the IREX Social Media | Social Action program, through the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI).