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Vitabu vya Dini
Vitabu juu ya Ukristo
Vitabu juu ya Uislamu
Kwa watu wengi, kitabu wanachokipenda zaidi ni kitabu takatifu, kama Biblia au Korani. Kwa nini tunapenda kusoma vitabu hivi kuliko vitabu vingine?
Vitabu juu ya Ukristo
Vitabu juu ya Uislamu
Kwa watu wengi, kitabu wanachokipenda zaidi ni kitabu takatifu, kama Biblia au Korani. Kwa nini tunapenda kusoma vitabu hivi kuliko vitabu vingine?
- - Vitabu Takatifu vinahusiana na mambo muhimu ya maisha.
- - Vitabu Takatifu vinatupa busara na fadhili kama ujasiri, unyenyekevu, na imani.
- - Vitabu Takatifu vina hadithi za kusisimua kuhusu manabii na mashujaa.
Mimi nimesoma vitabu vingi takatifu kutoka dini tofauti kama vile Korani, Biblia, na vitabu takatifu vya Wahindi na Wachina. Nimetambua vina kanuni na hadithi zilezile; ni majina tu hubadilika.
Vitabu vya shule vina maswali mengi, na majibu sahihi yapo katika sehemu ya mwisho, au katika Kitabu cha Mwalimu. Ila kwa vitabu takatifu, hakuna majibu ya hakika. Wasomi na walimu wa dini bado hawakubaliani kabisa maana ya kitabu. Wanatumia elimu walionayo kujadili na wanahojiana juu ya aya muhimu.
Kama unaamini kitabu fulani kilitoka Mungu, usimwamini mtu yeyote kukuambia kinasema nini-- Jisomee mwenyewe!
Kwa watu wengi, wakati huu ni msimu wa kutafakari dini zao, kwa sababu ya Ramadhan na Kwaresma. Chukue nafasi hii kujielimisha kidini.
Vitabu vya shule vina maswali mengi, na majibu sahihi yapo katika sehemu ya mwisho, au katika Kitabu cha Mwalimu. Ila kwa vitabu takatifu, hakuna majibu ya hakika. Wasomi na walimu wa dini bado hawakubaliani kabisa maana ya kitabu. Wanatumia elimu walionayo kujadili na wanahojiana juu ya aya muhimu.
Kama unaamini kitabu fulani kilitoka Mungu, usimwamini mtu yeyote kukuambia kinasema nini-- Jisomee mwenyewe!
Kwa watu wengi, wakati huu ni msimu wa kutafakari dini zao, kwa sababu ya Ramadhan na Kwaresma. Chukue nafasi hii kujielimisha kidini.
- Jisomee Korani kwa Kiswahili! Au Sikiliza Korani kwa Sauti (Kiarabu na Kiswahili) ->
- Jisomee Biblia kwa Kiswahili! (Agano la Kale, Agano Jipya) Au Sikiliza Biblia kwa Sauti ->
- Vitabu Vyote Takatifu ->
For many people, their favorite book is a Holy Book, like the Bible or Quran. Why do we like to read these books more than others?
- - Holy books are about the important things in life.
- - Holy books give us wisdom, courage, humility and faith.
- - Holy books have exciting stories about prophets and heroes.
I've read a lot of books from different religions like Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Confucianism. I recognized the same principles and stories-- it's just the names that change. School textbooks have many questions and the correct answers are in the last section, or in the Teacher's Book. But for Holy Books, there are no certain answers. The scholars and teachers of religion still don't completely agree on the meaning of the book. They use their education to discuss and argue about important verses.
If you believe that a certain book came from God, don't trust any person to tell you what it says-- Read it for yourself!
For many people, this is a season to meditate on religion because of Ramadan and Lent. Take this chance to educate yourself.
If you believe that a certain book came from God, don't trust any person to tell you what it says-- Read it for yourself!
For many people, this is a season to meditate on religion because of Ramadan and Lent. Take this chance to educate yourself.
- Read the Quran for yourself (or Listen)
- Read the Bible for yourself (Or Listen)
- All Holy Books ->
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These books are on their way to new readers at Elimu Yetu Library. Follow their journey by viewing the book profiles on Maktaba.org:
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Social Entrepreneurs and Social Enterprises need to clearly define their organizational goals
We are often asked how we got started with Maktaba and other non-profit initiatives. Step 1 is to define a mission and clear goals for the organization. Much of our efforts are a work in progress...but these are some of the recommended steps for setting the direction of a non-profit.
- Determine your mission and values: Start by defining your organization's mission and core values, which will provide a clear direction for all decision-making and goal-setting.
- Identify your target audience: Understand who your target audience is and what their needs and pain points are. This will help you to better align your goals with the needs of your target audience.
- Conduct a SWOT analysis: Conduct a SWOT analysis to identify your organization's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, which will help you to better understand your current situation and potential for growth.
- Define SMART goals: Use the SMART framework to define specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals that align with your mission and values.
- Set both short-term and long-term goals: Set both short-term and long-term goals to provide a clear roadmap for your organization's growth and development.
- Involve stakeholders: Involve key stakeholders in the goal-setting process, including employees, partners, and customers, to ensure that all goals are aligned and everyone is working towards the same objectives.
- Regularly review and adjust goals: Regularly review and adjust your goals as needed to ensure that they remain relevant and aligned with your mission and values.
By following these steps, a social enterprise can increase the team's focus and drive impact...feel free to reach out or comment if you have any questions or suggestions.
Also, as always, check out our free resources on Entrepreneurship or Social Entrepreneurship. We have dozens of free books available on these topics in both English and Swahili. Most books can be downloaded without creating an account!
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Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) play a crucial role in promoting social, economic, and environmental sustainability throughout the world, and of course in East Africa (an area of focus for Maktaba.org).
Through a collection of resources for social entrepreneurs and non-profits, we are publishing advice, ideas and stories about our journey to develop a non-profit that delivers free educational resources both digitally and in-person.
NGOs (like Maktaba.org) need a clear and concise plan, as well as a motivated and aligned team. One way to achieve this is by using SMART goals.
Below is an example a hypothetical East African NGO using SMART goals to empower their team.
Through a collection of resources for social entrepreneurs and non-profits, we are publishing advice, ideas and stories about our journey to develop a non-profit that delivers free educational resources both digitally and in-person.
NGOs (like Maktaba.org) need a clear and concise plan, as well as a motivated and aligned team. One way to achieve this is by using SMART goals.
Below is an example a hypothetical East African NGO using SMART goals to empower their team.
SMART is an acronym that stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound. The following are the five elements of SMART goals and how they can help align your NGO team:
- Specific: A specific goal has a clear and precise definition. It answers the questions "What", "Why", and "How". For example, instead of saying "We want to improve education", a specific goal would be "We want to provide educational materials to 100 underprivileged schools in rural areas in the next 6 months."
- Measurable: A measurable goal has quantifiable outcomes that can be tracked and monitored. This helps ensure that the goal is realistic and attainable. For example, "We want to provide educational materials to 100 underprivileged schools in rural areas in the next 6 months," which can be measured by the number of schools reached and the number of materials distributed.
- Achievable: An achievable goal is one that is attainable with the resources and capabilities of the NGO. To set goals that are achievable, your organization will need to plan carefully, work together and pull together resources in a timely matter. For example, the goal of providing educational materials to 100 underprivileged schools in rural areas may only be "achievable" if the NGO believes they have the local partners in place, secure funding and a clear logistical plan to deliver or "achieve" their goal. Setting achievable goals requires introspection.
- Relevant: A relevant goal is one that aligns with the organization's mission, values, and objectives. It is important that the goal is relevant to the organization and its stakeholders. In the example we've been using, the goal of providing educational materials to 100 underprivileged schools in rural areas is relevant to the NGO's general mission of promoting education in rural areas.
- Time-Bound: A time-bound goal has a specific deadline. This helps ensure that the goal is completed within a reasonable time frame and helps focus the team's efforts. For example, "We want to provide educational materials to 100 underprivileged schools in rural areas in the next 6 months," has a clear deadline upon which the goal should be complete.
By setting SMART goals, our fictional East African NGO can align its team by providing a clear and concise gameplan that is relevant to its mission, values, and objectives. The team can work together to achieve the goals by monitoring progress, adjusting strategies, and celebrating successes.
In conclusion, SMART goals are a powerful tool for aligning any team whether we are talking about an NGO, a small business, a non-profit or a giant corporation. By setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals, your team will stay focused and motivated on their path toward success. There are some critiques of those who use SMART goals, but in general they are a widely relied upon technique used by many of the most successful organizations.
Are you actually an East African NGO? Consider checking out our free PDFs to research the history of Africa or browse free Swahili books or download PDFs in English.
Are you actually an East African NGO? Consider checking out our free PDFs to research the history of Africa or browse free Swahili books or download PDFs in English.
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Maktaba.org is celebrating Black History Month with our new Black History Reading List and Black History Reading Group!
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Setting goals is an important part of any successful project or organization, but it's not always easy to get it right. One popular method of goal setting is the SMART framework, which encourages setting goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. While SMART goals can be effective for some organizations, there are also some downsides that social entrepreneurs should be aware of before relying on them exclusively.
SMART goals can be too rigid and prescriptive.
By focusing solely on tangible, quantifiable goals, social entrepreneurs may overlook important but intangible factors, such as team morale or company culture...each of which may be critical to success. Additionally, the pressure to meet specific, time-bound targets can lead to an "all or nothing" mentality, where barely missed goals are deemed total failures.
By focusing solely on tangible, quantifiable goals, social entrepreneurs may overlook important but intangible factors, such as team morale or company culture...each of which may be critical to success. Additionally, the pressure to meet specific, time-bound targets can lead to an "all or nothing" mentality, where barely missed goals are deemed total failures.
SMART goals can limit creativity and innovation.
By focusing solely on what is known to be achievable, social entrepreneurs may overlook opportunities to try new and different approaches that could lead to greater success. Essentially, SMART goals can stifle creativity by encouraging organizations to play it safe, sticking with tried-and-true methods, rather than taking risks on new projects or methodologies. An obsession with goal setting can distract from more exploratory initiatives, but still most organizations (and individuals) benefit from regularly setting goals.
By focusing solely on what is known to be achievable, social entrepreneurs may overlook opportunities to try new and different approaches that could lead to greater success. Essentially, SMART goals can stifle creativity by encouraging organizations to play it safe, sticking with tried-and-true methods, rather than taking risks on new projects or methodologies. An obsession with goal setting can distract from more exploratory initiatives, but still most organizations (and individuals) benefit from regularly setting goals.
So, what are the alternatives to SMART goals for the entrepreneurial minded? One option is to adopt a growth mindset, where goals are seen as a means to an end rather than the end in themselves. This approach encourages social entrepreneurs to embrace change and be open to new ideas and experiences, which can lead to greater creativity and innovation. Another alternative is to focus on setting "stretch" goals, which are challenging but achievable targets that help entrepreneurs to push their limits and focus on momentum (rather than milestones).
Does this mean traditional goal setting doesn't matter? Should entrepreneurs abandon the SMART goal method?
Probably not. It's important for entrepreneurs in both the for-profit and nonprofit world to set goals. When doing so it is import for those goals to align with the personal values and priorities of the organization. Such alignment can help to ensure that the goals set are meaningful and relevant, and that everyone is amply motivated to achieve them. For example, an organization that values work-life balance might set a goal for each employee to work a set number of hours per week, rather than focusing solely on achievement. Other organizations might focus on achieving momentum and employee satisfaction...though ultimately it is typically important for goals to drive financial success. For a non-profit, this could mean connecting goals toward fundraising targets, and with for-profits, goals could be tied to revenue (or operational efficiency).
In summary, while using SMART goals has become popular, there also are some downsides to be considered. Alternative goal-setting strategies, such as adopting a growth mindset, setting "stretch" goals, or aligning goals with personal values, can help all organizations achieve success while avoiding the pitfalls of SMART goals.
For more resources to help run your non-profit or small business, browse our free books for entrepreneurs, or search our entire website for blog posts and strategies about how to get started as a social entrepreneur.
For more resources to help run your non-profit or small business, browse our free books for entrepreneurs, or search our entire website for blog posts and strategies about how to get started as a social entrepreneur.
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People respond to clear goals and expectations.
In general, for people to be "leaders" within an organization, they need to CLEARLY understand the goals and objectives of the parent organization.
Parent goals should be defined using Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
metrics used to periodically track and evaluate the performance of a business or organization toward the achievement of specific goals. They are also used to gauge the overall performance of the company against other comparable companies within the industry.
https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/key-performance-indicators-kpis/
Management by Objectives (MBO):
Technique suggested by Drucker in 1952 that links individual smaller goals to the larger organizational goals.
Tasks are then added to support the smaller goals and employees are evaluated and rewarded monthly, quarterly or annually. In theory, this technique could be used on a weekly basis.
Objectives by Key Results (OKR): https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/objectives-and-key-results-okr/
Objectives are stated. Expected results are clearly defined. Initiatives are created to achieve those results.
Objectives still need to align with the parent organization objectives, but contrary to MBO where the "smaller" objectives are set by managers (within a department), objectives within the OKR method can be set by the individual (still in support of parent objectives).
Other essential terms to know and implement
SMART Goals
Clearly defined goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely
https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/smart-goal/
And last but not least:
Time Management
Simple but actionable suggestions, strategies and reminders
https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/time-management-list-tips/
Traits of a Good Leader
https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/leadership-traits-list/
Raid Log (tool for project management to highlight Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies)
https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/raid-log/
In general, for people to be "leaders" within an organization, they need to CLEARLY understand the goals and objectives of the parent organization.
Parent goals should be defined using Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
metrics used to periodically track and evaluate the performance of a business or organization toward the achievement of specific goals. They are also used to gauge the overall performance of the company against other comparable companies within the industry.
https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/key-performance-indicators-kpis/
Management by Objectives (MBO):
Technique suggested by Drucker in 1952 that links individual smaller goals to the larger organizational goals.
Tasks are then added to support the smaller goals and employees are evaluated and rewarded monthly, quarterly or annually. In theory, this technique could be used on a weekly basis.
Objectives by Key Results (OKR): https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/objectives-and-key-results-okr/
Objectives are stated. Expected results are clearly defined. Initiatives are created to achieve those results.
Objectives still need to align with the parent organization objectives, but contrary to MBO where the "smaller" objectives are set by managers (within a department), objectives within the OKR method can be set by the individual (still in support of parent objectives).
Other essential terms to know and implement
SMART Goals
Clearly defined goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely
https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/smart-goal/
And last but not least:
Time Management
Simple but actionable suggestions, strategies and reminders
https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/time-management-list-tips/
Traits of a Good Leader
https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/leadership-traits-list/
Raid Log (tool for project management to highlight Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies)
https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/raid-log/
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1. Deliver free books in Swahili and English to communities all over the world
2. Empower educational communities in East Africa
3. Connect mentors with students around the world
2. Empower educational communities in East Africa
3. Connect mentors with students around the world
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I did management consulting for many years and am part of a small team of volunteers developing Maktaba.org.
We are still working on our core features as well as trying techniques to reach new readers and people that might enjoy participating in our community....but I thought I'd share some of the ideas we are considering to help out other social entrepreneurs.
Based on research and experience with previous online projects, I have developed a small list of free ideas of how any non-profit might collaborate with influencers and bloggers. Of course influencers and bloggers will promote a website if you pay them, but since we have a limited marketing budget, we are looking for free marketing opportunities. Hopefully others can benefit from these ideas as well.
We'll keep everyone posted on various endeavors we pursue, but our guiding principle is to establish mutually beneficial partnerships that align with both our organizational goals and our collaborator's interests.
Step 1: Establish clear organizational goals (see Maktaba's goals, or a book on defining goals as a Social Enterprise)
Step 2: Generate a list of bloggers and influencers
Step 3: Summarize their general interests (what is it that they care about?)
Step 4: Propose a partnership based on one of the following ideas
Step 5: De-brief and analyze the effectiveness of the partnership
We are still working on our core features as well as trying techniques to reach new readers and people that might enjoy participating in our community....but I thought I'd share some of the ideas we are considering to help out other social entrepreneurs.
Based on research and experience with previous online projects, I have developed a small list of free ideas of how any non-profit might collaborate with influencers and bloggers. Of course influencers and bloggers will promote a website if you pay them, but since we have a limited marketing budget, we are looking for free marketing opportunities. Hopefully others can benefit from these ideas as well.
We'll keep everyone posted on various endeavors we pursue, but our guiding principle is to establish mutually beneficial partnerships that align with both our organizational goals and our collaborator's interests.
Step 1: Establish clear organizational goals (see Maktaba's goals, or a book on defining goals as a Social Enterprise)
Step 2: Generate a list of bloggers and influencers
Step 3: Summarize their general interests (what is it that they care about?)
Step 4: Propose a partnership based on one of the following ideas
Step 5: De-brief and analyze the effectiveness of the partnership
Potential ideas for partnering with influencers or bloggers
Guest posting: Offer to write a guest post for their blog or website, which will give you exposure to their audience and help build your credibility.
Product or service reviews: Reach out to influencers and bloggers in your niche and offer them a free product or service in exchange for a review on their website or social media channels.
Content co-creation: Partner with an influencer or blogger to co-create content such as an e-book, infographic, or video that you can both promote and share with your respective audiences.
Cross-promotion: Reach out to other brands or businesses in your niche and offer to cross-promote each other's content on social media, email, or your respective websites.
Social media shoutouts: Collaborate with influencers and bloggers by giving them a shoutout on your social media channels in exchange for a shoutout on theirs.
Joint webinars or events: Organize a joint webinar or event with an influencer or blogger to reach their audience and build your brand.
Does anyone know of good influencers or bloggers that we should reach out to?
Does anyone have other ideas that we should consider?
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Continuously improve our website: Regularly evaluate and improve our website to provide a better user experience and increase user engagement.
Optimize for search engines: Ensure that our website is search engine optimized (SEO) to increase visibility on search engines and drive organic traffic.
Engage with our audience: Engage with our audience through social media, email, and other channels to build relationships and increase brand awareness.
Content marketing: Create high-quality, engaging content that provides value to our target audience and share it through social media, email, and other channels to attract more visitors.
Paid advertising: Use paid advertising such as Google Ads or Facebook Ads to reach a larger audience and drive targeted traffic to our website.
Collaborate with influencers or bloggers: Partner with influencers or bloggers in your niche to reach their audience and promote our website.
Offer a referral program: Encourage existing users to refer their friends and family to our website by offering incentives such as discounts, bonuses or prizes.
Does anyone have other ideas or have any interest in joining our marketing team?
Optimize for search engines: Ensure that our website is search engine optimized (SEO) to increase visibility on search engines and drive organic traffic.
Engage with our audience: Engage with our audience through social media, email, and other channels to build relationships and increase brand awareness.
Content marketing: Create high-quality, engaging content that provides value to our target audience and share it through social media, email, and other channels to attract more visitors.
Paid advertising: Use paid advertising such as Google Ads or Facebook Ads to reach a larger audience and drive targeted traffic to our website.
Collaborate with influencers or bloggers: Partner with influencers or bloggers in your niche to reach their audience and promote our website.
Offer a referral program: Encourage existing users to refer their friends and family to our website by offering incentives such as discounts, bonuses or prizes.
Does anyone have other ideas or have any interest in joining our marketing team?
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What is social entrepreneurship? (source: causeartist)
A term used for business models with a social or environmental focus. A social entrepreneur creates social and/or environmental change, either through a for-profit or non-profit business model. (Check out Chapter 3 in this free PDF about entrepreneurship, or another free entrepreneurship textbook)
A term used for business models with a social or environmental focus. A social entrepreneur creates social and/or environmental change, either through a for-profit or non-profit business model. (Check out Chapter 3 in this free PDF about entrepreneurship, or another free entrepreneurship textbook)
The site Causeartist (source of many referenced articles) tends to focus more on social entrepreneurship through the lens of for-profit businesses.
The article is a good read, but in general, social entrepreneurs identify social problems and develop business solutions to address them. Unlike traditional businesses, social entrepreneurs are motived by both profit AND creating an impact.
The importance of website design for non-profits (a podcast)
https://studiohumankind.com/shop (templates are $800+, which we don't need, but we can implement ANY of the design concepts that we like...we just have to identify them and prioritize)
Also, I uploaded three non-profit workbooks downloaded from studiohumankind...they should be helpful for us.
1. How to make a good website
2. A book on non-profit strategy
3. A book on developing organizational goals
The importance of website design for non-profits (a podcast)
https://studiohumankind.com/shop (templates are $800+, which we don't need, but we can implement ANY of the design concepts that we like...we just have to identify them and prioritize)
Also, I uploaded three non-profit workbooks downloaded from studiohumankind...they should be helpful for us.
1. How to make a good website
2. A book on non-profit strategy
3. A book on developing organizational goals
Starting small, these stories are inspirational:
Profiles of women social entrepreneurs and nonprofit founders who are addressing social issues in innovative and inspiring ways — and using the power of business to do good
Scott's thoughts:
We can become recognized like these organizations. We can communicate our mission like them. It will take regular, daily hard work...and we have to be more strategic and organized...but it will be rewarding and meaningful along the way!
2023 goals:
One key goal should be for many regular SMALL successes in 2023, similar to that podcast you did. That was a huge accomplishment and success, and demonstrated (hopefully to yourself) that you can represent your varied interests verbally and visually!!
- Send press releases to journalists and bloggers (example: https://causeartist.com/submit-press-release/)
- Consider paid listing sites too, such as https://causeartist.com/add-listing/
Stories about other larger established non-profits:
https://causeartist.com/nonprofit-founders-impact-the-world/
These stories should ONLY inspire a bit. We don't need to compare our early-stage operation to huge successes, but to the extent that we can recognize that these are regular people who worked regularly on their mission...then they should serve as examples to learn from.
Interesting stories were:
Amitabh Shah of Yuva Unstoppable: https://causeartist.com/inspiring-leader-debt-impacting-five-millions-lives-around-the-world-yuva/
Juliana Rotich of Ushahidi (open source software, and enterprise solutions, for disaster relief and crowdsourcing data)
She also is the Co-founder of BRCK Inc (Kenyan hardware and services technology company for communication in low infrastructure areas)
She is a Director in the Kenyan entity BRCK Kenya Ltd and drives partnerships for tackling social problems through appropriate technology.
Jake Wood of Team Rubicon: My parent's friend volunteers for them
https://teamrubiconusa.org/
Reshma Saujani: Girls who Code
Michael Faye – GiveDirectly (they pay people in Africa small amounts of cash, also he has some money transfer platform)
Brandon Nicholson of Hidden Genius Project (Oakland, CA): https://www.hiddengeniusproject.org/
The View Stories section on their website is interesting https://www.hiddengeniusproject.org/category/geniusrevealed/ and their use of the #geniusRevealed to tell stories is something I've wanted to do for a long time. Look at both the small "cards" and the "full page" articles.
More ideas for becoming EXCITED to be the Story Teller for the non-profit initiatives you care about
https://www.thestorytellingnonprofit.com/blog/9-sources-of-inspiration-for-nonprofit-storytelling/
Ed tech startups
https://causeartist.com/edtech-startups-to-watch-for/
Stories about impact investment funds that raised money recently
$111 million raised for African education
Resources and a guide highlighting WHO FUNDS social entrepreneurs written by Ami Shah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ami-shah-31824314a/
Yet to launch impact investing platform: https://www.impactinvestor.io/
Grant is the founder of Cause Artist: https://www.linkedin.com/in/granttrahant/
Elizabeth Yin of The Hustle Fund invests in pre-seed rounds, typically $25k and they decide within a few days.
https://causeartist.com/hustle-fund-elizabeth-yin/
Blockchain Social Initiatives (nothing really stood out)
https://alice.si/ (somewhat similar to the guy we talked to)
List of some other projects: https://causeartist.com/changing-the-world-blockchain-technology/
https://blockchainforsocialimpact.com/
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Ndugu msomaji,
Leo ni Siku ya Sheria Nchini Tanzania! Ili kuiadhimisha siku hii, tumewaandalia zawadi wapenzi wetu wa Maktaba.org:
→ Vitabu 20+ kwa Siku ya Sheria ←
Ukichukua muda wako leo kusoma hata sura moja, ni matumaini yetu mafunzo hayo yatakuwa na manufaa makubwa kwako kama mwananchi na pale utakapokutana na mambo ya sheria katika maisha yako ya baadaye.
Zijue haki zako:
- kama Binadamu: Taarifa ya Ulimwengu juu ya Haki za Binadamu (Kiing: Universal Declaration of Human Rights)
- kama Raia wa Tanzania: Katiba ya Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania (Kiing: Constitutution of the United Republic of Tanzania)
- kama Mfanyakazi: Kanuni za Ajira na Mahusiano Kazini (Kiing: Employment and Labor Relations Act)
- kama Mzazi: Misingi Mikuu ya Utawala kwa Kila Kamati ya Shule (Kiing: Key Principles for Every School Community)
- kama Mmiliki wa Ardhi: Usimamizi wa Umiliki wa Ardhi (Kiing: Voluntary Guidelines on Tenure)
- kama Mwanamke: Kiongozi cha Sheria
- Juu ya mambo ya Mirathi na Wosia: Mirathi Nchini Tanzania
Riwaya & Tamthilia Juu ya Sheria:
Elimu ya Uraia:
- Mjue Diwani
- Taratibu za Mahakama na jinsi ya kujitetea: Mwongozo wa Watumiaji wa Huduma za Mahakama
- Kanuni za Maadili ya Utendaji katika Utumishi wa Umma
- Kinachoonekana na Kisichoonekana (Kiing: What is Seen and What is Not Seen)
- Misingi ya Jamii Huru (Kiing: Foundations of a Free Society)
- Indigenous African Institutions
- Azimio la Arusha (Kiing: The Arusha Declaration)
Vilevile kuna vitabu vingi zaidi vya Kiingereza juu ya sheria vinavyopatikana mtandaoni.
Vitabu maarafu vinavyopatikana kwa kiingereza pekee:
Vitabu maarafu vinavyopatikana kwa kiingereza pekee:
- Plato's Republic
- Machiavelli's The Prince
- Toqueville's Democracy in America
- Bastiat's The Law
- The Declaration of Independence & Constitution (USA)
- More books about Open Culture, Copyright Law & Privacy
Lakini pia ukiwa Arusha, tuna vitabu vya nakala ngumu juu ya sheria vinapatikana kwa kuazima bure kabisa katika Maktaba ya Elimu Yetu, Kijenge Tindigani).
Heri ya Siku ya Sheria nchini. Tuiadhimishe Siku hii kwa kujifunza zaidi pamoja kuhusu sheria!
Tunakushukuru kwa ushirikano wako katika Maktaba.org.
Asante,
~ Maktaba.org
~ Maktaba.org
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Dear Reader,
Today is Law Day in Tanzania! To mark this day we have prepared a gift for our dear Friends of Maktaba.org!
→ 20+ Free Books for Law Day! ←
If you take time today to read just one chapter, it's our hope this training will benefit you as a citizen and whenever you encounter legal issues in your future life.
Some Legal Classics:
- Plato's Republic
- Machiavelli's The Prince
- Toqueville's Democracy in America
- Bastiat's The Law
- The Declaration of Independence & Constitution (USA)
- More books about Open Culture, Copyright Law & Privacy
Know your rights:
- As a Human: Universal Declaration of Human Rights (Swahili: Taarifa ya Ulimwengu juu ya Haki za Binadamu)
- As a Citizen of Tanzania: Constitutution of the United Republic of Tanzania (Swahili: Katiba ya Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania)
- As an Employee in Tanzania: Kanuni za Ajira na Mahusiano Kazini (Swahili: Employment and Labor Relations Act)
- As a Parent in Tanzania: Misingi Mikuu ya Utawala kwa Kila Kamati ya Shule (Kiing: Key Principles for Every School Community)
- As an Owner of Land in Tanzania: Usimamizi wa Umiliki wa Ardhi (Swahili: Voluntary Guidelines on Tenure)
- As a Woman in Tanzania: Kiongozi cha Sheria
- Around issues of Inheritance in Tanzania: Mirathi Nchini Tanzania
Novels & Plays about the Law:
- The Merchant of Venice (Swahili: Mabepari wa Venisi)
- Swahili: Dunia Mti Mkavu
Other Civic Education:
- What is Seen and What is Not Seen (Swahili: Kinachoonekana na Kisichoonekana)
- Foundations of a Free Society (Swahili: Misingi ya Jamii Huru)
- Indigenous African Institutions
- The Arusha Declaration (Swahili: Azimio la Arusha)
- Swahili: Mjue Diwani
- Swahili: Mwongozo wa Watumiaji wa Huduma za Mahakama
- Swahili: Kanuni za Maadili ya Utendaji katika Utumishi wa Umma
We have lots of ebooks about law in English available free online!
Also, if you're ever in Arusha, we have hard-copy books about Law available to borrow free at the Library of Elimu Yetu).
Also, if you're ever in Arusha, we have hard-copy books about Law available to borrow free at the Library of Elimu Yetu).
Happy Law Day. Let's mark the day by learning more about the law together!
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Recently I wrote a children's book to help people learn Swahili.
For those interested in how I wrote it, why and how I used generative AI to help with the illustrations, I created a blog post in English and Swahili.
The children's book Hatuhitaji Maji is a story in both English and Swahili about Zebras looking for water and learning through their love of reading.
The book is freely available for download from this site and any comments or feedback are welcome.
For those interested in how I wrote it, why and how I used generative AI to help with the illustrations, I created a blog post in English and Swahili.
The children's book Hatuhitaji Maji is a story in both English and Swahili about Zebras looking for water and learning through their love of reading.
The book is freely available for download from this site and any comments or feedback are welcome.
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Reading to your child every day has many benefits. It can improve your child's language skills, increase their vocabulary, and foster a love of reading. It can also help to improve your child's concentration and attention span, and can even have a positive effect on their imagination and creativity. Additionally, reading to your child can be a great way for the two of you to bond and spend quality time together. Here at Maktaba we encourage parents to read to their children daily.
Below is a list of the top reasons to make it a ritual:
Below is a list of the top reasons to make it a ritual:
- Improved language skills: Reading to your child exposes them to a wide range of words and language structures, which can help to improve their language development and communication skills.
- Increased vocabulary: As your child listens to you read, they will be introduced to new words and concepts that they may not have come across in their everyday life. This can help to increase their vocabulary and broaden their understanding of the world.
- Love of reading: Reading to your child from a young age can help to develop a lifelong love of reading. This can be especially beneficial in the digital age, where many children are more likely to spend their time on screens than with books.
- Better concentration and attention span: Reading to your child can help to improve their concentration and attention span, as it requires them to listen and focus for extended periods of time.
- Enhanced imagination and creativity: As your child listens to stories, they will be able to imagine the scenes and characters in their mind's eye. This can help to stimulate their imagination and creativity.
- Bonding and quality time: Reading to your child can be a great way for the two of you to spend quality time together. It can be a relaxing and enjoyable activity that can help to strengthen your bond and improve your relationship.
Want to find some great books? Try browsing FREE books by any of our dozens of tags such as picturebook, kids, learn to read and more.
Or, check out our free parenting books in English and Swahili.
Has your relationship with your child improved by reading to them? We would love to hear about your success or share some of your favorite books below in the comments.
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Kumsomea mtoto wako kila siku kuna faida nyingi. Inaweza kuboresha ustadi wa lugha wa mtoto wako, kuongeza msamiati wake, na kukuza kupenda kusoma. Inaweza pia kusaidia kuboresha umakini na umakini wa mtoto wako, na inaweza kuwa na athari chanya kwenye mawazo na ubunifu wao. Zaidi ya hayo, kumsomea mtoto wako kunaweza kuwa njia nzuri ya nyinyi wawili kushikana na kutumia wakati mzuri pamoja.
Hapa Maktaba tunawahimiza wazazi kuwasomea watoto wao kila siku. Ifuatayo ni orodha ya sababu kuu za kuifanya kuwa tambiko:
1. Ustadi wa lugha ulioboreshwa: Kumsomea mtoto wako kunawaweka wazi kwa anuwai ya maneno na miundo ya lugha, ambayo inaweza kusaidia kuboresha ukuaji wao wa lugha na ustadi wa mawasiliano.
2. Kuongezeka kwa msamiati: Mtoto wako anapokusikiliza ukisoma, atajulishwa maneno na dhana mpya ambazo huenda hajakutana nazo katika maisha yake ya kila siku. Hii inaweza kusaidia kuongeza msamiati wao na kupanua uelewa wao wa ulimwengu.
3. Kupenda kusoma: Kumsomea mtoto wako kutoka umri mdogo kunaweza kusaidia kukuza upendo wa kudumu wa kusoma. Hii inaweza kuwa ya manufaa hasa katika enzi ya kidijitali, ambapo watoto wengi wana uwezekano mkubwa wa kutumia muda wao kwenye skrini kuliko kusoma vitabu.
4. Ukazaji bora na muda wa usikivu: Kumsomea mtoto wako kunaweza kusaidia kuboresha umakini na muda wa usikivu, kwani inawahitaji kusikiliza na kuzingatia kwa muda mrefu.
5. Mawazo na ubunifu ulioimarishwa: Mtoto wako anaposikiliza hadithi, ataweza kufikiria matukio na wahusika katika macho yao ya akili. Hii inaweza kusaidia kuchochea mawazo yao na ubunifu.
6. Muda wa kuunganishwa na ubora: Kumsomea mtoto wako kunaweza kuwa njia nzuri kwa ninyi wawili kutumia wakati mzuri pamoja. Inaweza kuwa shughuli ya kupumzika na ya kufurahisha ambayo inaweza kusaidia kuimarisha uhusiano wako na kuboresha uhusiano wako.
Hapa Maktaba tunawahimiza wazazi kuwasomea watoto wao kila siku. Ifuatayo ni orodha ya sababu kuu za kuifanya kuwa tambiko:
1. Ustadi wa lugha ulioboreshwa: Kumsomea mtoto wako kunawaweka wazi kwa anuwai ya maneno na miundo ya lugha, ambayo inaweza kusaidia kuboresha ukuaji wao wa lugha na ustadi wa mawasiliano.
2. Kuongezeka kwa msamiati: Mtoto wako anapokusikiliza ukisoma, atajulishwa maneno na dhana mpya ambazo huenda hajakutana nazo katika maisha yake ya kila siku. Hii inaweza kusaidia kuongeza msamiati wao na kupanua uelewa wao wa ulimwengu.
3. Kupenda kusoma: Kumsomea mtoto wako kutoka umri mdogo kunaweza kusaidia kukuza upendo wa kudumu wa kusoma. Hii inaweza kuwa ya manufaa hasa katika enzi ya kidijitali, ambapo watoto wengi wana uwezekano mkubwa wa kutumia muda wao kwenye skrini kuliko kusoma vitabu.
4. Ukazaji bora na muda wa usikivu: Kumsomea mtoto wako kunaweza kusaidia kuboresha umakini na muda wa usikivu, kwani inawahitaji kusikiliza na kuzingatia kwa muda mrefu.
5. Mawazo na ubunifu ulioimarishwa: Mtoto wako anaposikiliza hadithi, ataweza kufikiria matukio na wahusika katika macho yao ya akili. Hii inaweza kusaidia kuchochea mawazo yao na ubunifu.
6. Muda wa kuunganishwa na ubora: Kumsomea mtoto wako kunaweza kuwa njia nzuri kwa ninyi wawili kutumia wakati mzuri pamoja. Inaweza kuwa shughuli ya kupumzika na ya kufurahisha ambayo inaweza kusaidia kuimarisha uhusiano wako na kuboresha uhusiano wako.
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Thank you for donating 2 books
These books are on their way to new readers at Elimu Yetu Library. Follow their journey by viewing the book profiles on Maktaba.org:
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Thank you for donating 14 books
These books are on their way to new readers at Elimu Yetu Library. Follow their journey by viewing the book profiles on Maktaba.org:
- Nyimbo za Ibada
- Kufa kwa Yesu na Kufafauka Kwake
- Habari Njema: Agano Jipya Kitabu cha 5
- Imani Yangu
- Habari Njema: Agano Jipya Kitabu cha 6
- Njoo Roho Mtakataifu
- Alama ya Mkristo
- Msingi wa Imani
- Kuzaliwa kwa Yesu na Matendo Yake
- Habari Njema: Agano Jipya Kitabu cha 1
- Habari Njema: Agano Jipya Kitabu cha 4
- Habari Njema: Agano Jipya Kitabu cha 2
- Habari Njema: Agano Jipya Kitabu cha 3
- Roho Mtakatifu na Maisha Mapya
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The Adventures of Naserian is on its way to new readers at Elimu Yetu Library. Follow its journey by viewing the book profile on Maktaba.org
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Neema Wants To Learn is on its way to new readers at Elimu Yetu Library. Follow its journey by viewing the book profile on Maktaba.org
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Thank you for donating 5 books
These books are on their way to new readers at Elimu Yetu Library. Follow their journey by viewing the book profiles on Maktaba.org:
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The Mystery of Capital is on its way to new readers at Elimu Yetu Library. Follow its journey by viewing the book profile on Maktaba.org
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Thank you for your book donation
Dreams from My Father is on its way to new readers at Elimu Yetu Library. Follow its journey by viewing the book profile on Maktaba.org
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It was such an honor to meet with Books for Africa in Minneapolis, Minnesota last week and learn more about their incredible work delivering over 50 million books to every country in Africa! We are excited to partner with them next year to bring books to readers of all ages in Tanzania. We'll need your help. Look forward to updates on how you can start a book drive or fundraiser in your community.
Schools and organizations in Tanzania who need books are encouraged to get in touch regarding partnership.
Shule na mashirika yanayohitaji vitabu, tafadhali wasiliana nasi, tushirikiane.
Schools and organizations in Tanzania who need books are encouraged to get in touch regarding partnership.
Shule na mashirika yanayohitaji vitabu, tafadhali wasiliana nasi, tushirikiane.
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Would you like to learn Kiswahili? Join our new Swahili Language Learners Group today!
Download free books and post your questions in the forum to get answers from advanced students and native speakers.
Browse other reading groups ->
Download free books and post your questions in the forum to get answers from advanced students and native speakers.
Browse other reading groups ->
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