Dear NetHope Community Member,
2023 was a remarkable year for NetHope. As stated in our new strategic plan which focuses on bridging the digital divides that exist in today's world, NetHope is a catalyst for collective impact that advances humanitarian, conservation, and international development efforts worldwide. Our unshakable commitment to facilitating positive transformation in the development sector remained at the heart of all we accomplished in 2023 and all that we continue to do together.
We ventured into numerous exciting initiatives with one common goal: to harness the immense power of the "NetHope Effect," which signifies that collectively, we possess greater capabilities than our individual capacities, enabling us to achieve accomplishments that would be impossible alone.
We wholeheartedly recognize that our accomplishments would not have been possible without your constant support.
We would like invite you to join us in celebrating these milestones, share some of these incredible moments with you and invite you to join us to support our future endeavors.
We released multiple reports that provided in-depth insights into our extensive work and data findings. These reports shed light on our accomplishments and showcased the positive impact we made. Draw some inspiration from the resources below.
Additionally, we were also part of major international events, where we joined in important discussions and dialogues on development. We shared our expertise on how digital technology can play a vital role in accelerating progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more about some of these events below.
We also launched an exciting new Digital Leadership Institute to empower organizational leaders within humanitarian, emergency preparedness, and environmental nonprofits with new digital skills. Read more about it here and for information on how to join the next cohort.
In addition, we’re excited to share with you the exciting results from our Digital Breakthrough Initiative's first year! Thanks to the generous support of Cisco, our valued corporate partner, and Silicon Valley Community Foundation, who manages their donor-advised fund, we received $15 million for five years in funding. This incredible support will enable us to boost, expand, and speed up our digitally enhanced programs and operations at NetHope and our nonprofit Member organizations globally. Feel free to download the comprehensive report.
Moreover, we take immense pride in the success of our 2023 Global Summit, witnessing an impressive 565 in-person attendance and hosting an extraordinary 1491 virtual participants, showcasing the widespread reach of the Summit. People from all corners of the globe convened and fostered meaningful connections through networking, knowledge-sharing, and the power of collaboration.
We can hardly contain our excitement for the upcoming 2024 NetHope Global Summit, where innovation, inspiration, and transformation will undoubtedly take center stage. I encourage you to learn more about the Summit below, and to save the date.
As we dive into the promising year ahead, we eagerly anticipate the implementation of our new strategy, so we can continue serving our esteemed members and making a tangible difference. This bold step has set us on a path to create a more inclusive and equitable digital future for all.
On that note, this month, our incredible global team is coming together for our second in-person retreat. We will bring together staff from Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the United States to do what we excel at – collaborating! With our brand-new strategy as a compass, our aim is to operationalize it and prepare for the possible scenarios that might affect our sector up until 2030. Together, we will harness the potential of digital solutions and the strength of collective action to make a positive impact.
We extend our gratitude to all those who have supported us on this incredible journey and invite others to join us in shaping a brighter tomorrow.
Please keep in touch with any developments you and your organization may have, and have a fantastic New Year.
Sincerely
The NetHope Team