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Gov 2.0: MA & Boston Government Twitter Handles to Follow

We’re not ranked the #1 Digital City in the U.S for nothing! In this piece, BostInnovation lists the Top 10 Boston and Massachusetts government departments that use social media and crowd-sourcing to engage and connect local citizens via Twitter. Top 10 Must-Follow Mass. Government Twitter Accounts Massachusetts’ capital, Boston, was recently named the #1 top Continue reading Gov 2.0: MA & Boston Government Twitter Handles to Follow

An International Platter For Local Economies

The global financial crisis and subsequent recession underscores the importance of state and local governmental action in finding innovative approaches to business development and job creation, including active efforts to attract international businesses. Successful recruitment initiatives can provide a boost to local economies during this difficult period. Our panel of speakers will share their perspectives Continue reading An International Platter For Local Economies

Politics 2.0: How Social Media Can Revolutionize the Practice of Politics

As part of the FutureM week in Boston, Swissnex Boston and the British Consulate-General have the pleasure to invite to an unique panel discussion around the topic: Politics 2.0: How Social Media Can Revolutionize the Practice of Politics Our panelists will discuss the impact of Web 2.0 communication technology and social media on the practice Continue reading Politics 2.0: How Social Media Can Revolutionize the Practice of Politics

Boston International Presents: Globalization and Liberalization in India – Achievements, Failures and the Road Ahead

Due to a late sponsorship, Boston International is pleased to offer a limited number of tickets at the discounted price of $10 to early registrants! This Tuesday, September 21st, Boston International will be hosting an event with Partha S. Ghosh, a renowned management consultant and policy adviser for corporations and governments worldwide. A native of Continue reading Boston International Presents: Globalization and Liberalization in India – Achievements, Failures and the Road Ahead

Citizens Connect – Have an Android or iPhone? Help us out.

Do you have an Android or iPhone? The award-winning Citizens Connect mobile application is coming to you soon with a new app for the Android and a new version for the iPhone. But before it’s released, we need your help. Citizens Connect is a cutting-edge, full-featured tool for enabling Boston’s residents to capture information about Continue reading Citizens Connect – Have an Android or iPhone? Help us out.

Boston City Hall Interns Think Outside the Box, Propose Fresh Civic Solutions

Here’s a great example of the type of students attracted to internship positions in Boston City Hall and the potential impact their creative solutions can have on the city’s social and economic development. Urban mechanics The think tank at Boston City Hall is percolating with ideas courtesy of elite graduate and law students normally found Continue reading Boston City Hall Interns Think Outside the Box, Propose Fresh Civic Solutions