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Computer Weekly and IBM supporting Computer Aid at the Social Media Awards 2011!

Computer Weekly and IBM Social Media Awards is raising money for Computer Aid International
“Computer Weekly and IBM Social Media Awards 2011 ”

on 23 November 2011

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Computer Aid International is one of the world’s most experienced enablers in technology for development. Donor support has helped us reach over 100 countries around the world and connect 15 million people with technology solutions crucial to transforming their agriculture, health and education.

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<p><strong>Computer Weekly's search for the best use of social media in IT is back for its fourth year, in association with IBM, and once again we will be raising money for charity Computer Aid International! </strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Computer Aid combats poverty with practical ICT solutions</strong>. By providing proffesionally refurbished PCs to schools, hospitals and charities in developing countries across the world they give thousands of people the tools they need for development.</p> <p>Telemedicine kits connect rural doctors to distant specialists and save lives, computer labs in schools allow young people to develop vital skills for future employment and providing solar powered cyber cafes to rural communities promotes entrepreneurship, distant learning and training.</p> <p>Computer Aid is now the world's largest and most experienced not-for-profit provider of professionally refurbished PCs to developing countries. Since their inception in 1998 almost 200,000 computers to projects all over the world.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Computer Weekly and IBM are pleased to support this fantastic charity and look forward to seeing you at the Awards!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving &ndash; they&rsquo;ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they&rsquo;ll send your money directly to Computer Aid and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer.</p> <p>You can donate on this page, by texting SMAS50 followed by the amount you wish to donate (&pound;1,&pound;2,&pound;3,&pound;4,&pound;5,&pound;10) to 70070 or on the night</p> <p><strong>So please dig deep and donate now!</strong></p>

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