Convening Community Through Social Technologies: Stories from Puget Sound to Cape Town

This region's ability to lead -- from technology to media, from music to even chocolate -- is
undeniably powerful. Increasingly, the Seattle area is seen as a nexus for philanthropy, development
and global health. Our independently-minded, engaged citizens make all of this possible. Thanks to
today's speakers, the University of Washington's Master of Communication in Digital Media program
seeks to explore these unique qualities, indicative of our three essential "E's": entrepreneurship,
engagement, and empathy. Through all of you, we convene our community and connect to each other --
with the power of story and technology. less