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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Have feelings, ideas, dreams about digital equity in Portland? Join for an afternoon to do that dreaming together! We are meeting at a library so it is free, language and other accessibility options available. No qualifications to join - your loved experience is all relevant! #PDX #DigitalEquity

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Portland Digital Inclusion Event - October 7 | Oregon Broadband Equity Coalition

Talk Tech Together: Strategies for Digital Empowerment Celebrate National Digital Inclusion Week at Multnomah County Library! Join a gathering of community members and digital inclusion practitioners ...

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Hypervisible @hypervisible.blacksky.app · 01/10/2026

“California businesses are banned from collecting data on their workers’ brain activity or inferring their emotional states through use of AI-powered surveillance tools, under legislation Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed into law Wednesday.”

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California Bans Using AI to Monitor Workers’ Brains, Emotions

California businesses are banned from collecting data on their workers’ brain activity or inferring their emotional states through use of AI-powered surveillance tools, under legislation Gov. Gavin Ne...

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Sasha Costanza-Chock @schock.cc · 30/09/2026

Comments are still open for the NIST framework for evaluation of AI systems: nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/ai/...

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

I see this guy regularly going down Foster seemingly without a care in the world and it is such a vibe it buoys me every time!

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

our local library branch puts a kid's first name on a piece of colored paper cut out in a shape like a heart or a star and puts them on the end of one a bookshelf with a "1000 books by kindergarten" title on the top. so, I guess the "prize" is pointing to a small piece of paper with your name?

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Thanks for connecting and for building this! Hoping some folks share out from the candidate forum tonight too :)

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I want to find folks following, discussing, and invested in local politics in Milwaukie - I know so much of my daily life bleeds into SE PDX generally, but where are the Milwaukie people/friends? Please say hi!

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Got covid+flu shots today and grateful for local places like Le Care that both make it super easy and do it with such gentleness that even kiddos feel seen and at ease.

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Kate Kaye @katekaye.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Prepping for a workshop on Wednesday about researching surveillance tech use in Portland & filing public records requests (see next post). I gave a similar talk @pdxhackerspace.org for @pdxhf.org. Here's the tips and resources page I'll share at the workshop: redtailmedia.org/foia/

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Requesting Portland Tech-related Government Records? First, a Few Tips from Your Friendly Neighborhood Reporter:

Three Keys: Do your Homework! Don’t just “fish” – Be selective and specific. Be mindful of the reputations of the organizations reflected by your requests (media outlets, gr…

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

I love signaling to other riders as I believe it keeps us all safer but have been frustrated for 20+ years in Portland, London, and NYC how few folks sign when "taking the lane" or slowing down when both are so obviously potential hazards www.bikelegalfirm.com/bike-hand-si...

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11 Hand Signals Every Cyclist Must Know on the Road

Contribute to better road safety by speaking the universal language of biking. Learn the most commonly used bike hand signals.

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Calling all #NPTech friends in #Portland - the next #PDXTechClub event is 9/16 & it's community research night: bring reports you've found interesting, research you're tracking, or data you want to think through together. There's no need to prepare a presentation! RSVP: www.nten.org/connect/comm...

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Wait you were in town?? Hope you've had a great time

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

that's cheating! i want to get to reply and say "i just thought of that too" when you reveal the right answer!

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

then what are we left with, abbey?

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

what about something riffing off of "sister"...

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Ben Waterhouse @beninoregon.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The summer issue of Oregon Humanities, "Revolution," is out today, featuring stories by @leahsottile.bsky.social, @voiceofjakethomas.bsky.social, Kathleen Dean Moore, Kristian Williams, Christina DeVillier, and Derek DeForest. oregonhumanities.org/rll/magazine...

The cover of the summer 2026 issue of Oregon Humanities, with a photo of a dancer leaping in the air, mid-spin, with shadows of movement around him.

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Taylor Griggs @taylorgriggs.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Excited to share @portlandmercury.com 's climate issue, which is out online and in print today. The issue includes stories about personal climate grief and despair, Portland's culpability in the crisis, and the people who want to help. (Plus more!) www.portlandmercury.com/climate-issu...

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Welcome to the Mercury’s Climate Issue - Portland Mercury

The climate crisis is upon us, and its impacts are both depressing and deeply harmful. Here in Portland, more and more of our summer days are spent avoiding wildfire smoke, extreme heat, or both. Even...

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

The world I want to live in prioritizes public transit and ped/bike safety over everything else because those investments help everyone in diverse and accessible ways. I said so in this survey and hope lots of folks will add their voices too!

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Does it count for anything if I stand on my porch and shout "I declare bankruptcy" before I give up and archive all the email in my inbox that I seem to never get to?

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Michael Scott Declares Bankruptcy in The Office

Alt: Michael Scott declares bankruptcy in The Office

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

As I read everyone's coverage of testimony, the refrain in my mind is "everything is choices." Nothing "has" to be any which way unless we choose it. So what do we want to choose?

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

So grateful for all the Portlanders committed to old school "live tweeting" of city council meetings but especially today's Moda center agenda. On a plane, unreliable wifi, but grateful for all your updates!

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

typo - that should read "I wish your post wasN'T"

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Sorry, were you listening to my morning meeting? I wish your post was nearly a transcript of that call.

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Afua and I are on the latest @tonymart.bsky.social #NonprofitRadio podcast discussing a new AI report and what it means for the nonprofit workforce. Despite the show's title, please know we never calls ourselves "experts" :) Listen to the show now: tony.ma/NonprofitRad... #NPTech

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Nonprofit Radio for July 20, 2026: A Wide-Ranging AI Conversation With 3 Experts | Tony Martignetti

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Portland area #NPTech folks: it's Tech Club time! Join us tomorrow (Wed, July 15) evening to talk about cybersecurity for nonprofits - it's so scary! And, if we are together then we are less scared and can actually do something about it. 6-8 pm at PCC Cascade; FREE and fun, the best people! RSVP:

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

And then remembering right before bed the ONE email about the ONE task you forgot to send.

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Didn't realize how much I needed a good, heart-full cry today. This did it.

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Steph Routh (she/they) @stephrouth.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Just in time for #Bike Summer, it's the #PCEF -funded Adaptive E-bike Rebate Program! * $8,500 new adaptive e-bikes OR * Up to $2,800 for electric/wheelchair conversions; AND * $300 for approved accessories Learn more and apply: portlandebikerebate.com/adaptive-app...

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Adaptive Applicants - Portland Rides

Eligibility requirements, eligible bike types and accessories, what you'll need if you're selected, and participating shops.

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

NTEN and @bridgespangroup.bsky.social have partnered on a survey to help document the diversity of experiences and approaches to #AI in #nonprofits and we want to hear from you! This is a survey to help elevate the diversity of priorities, concerns, and hopes for tech: www.surveymonkey.com/r/5277QR7

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Survey: 2026 State of Nonprofit AI Adoption and Governance

NTEN and Bridgespan want to hear from nonprofit staff and leaders across the sector about the realities and opportunities of artificial intelligence tools in your work. Your responses are anonymous an...

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FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez @agomezfcc.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

One year ago, this administration walked away from a bipartisan commitment to help connect every American, regardless of income, zip code, or language. You can't lead in AI with a workforce locked out of the digital economy. It is time to restore Digital Equity Act funding now.

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Portland, OR friends - it's time for the next Tech Club event! Join us to talk about concerns, risks, and your biggest questions about AI as we explore PCC's new AI Lab. What is the world we want to create? Let's talk about it together! www.nten.org/connect/comm...

Event poster that reads:
Beyond the Hype: Responsible AI Adoption for Nonprofits

Thursday, May 14th
6 - 8 pm
PCC Willow Creek Opportunity Center AI Lab - Room 309
241 SW Edgeway Dr, Hillsboro, OR

Free parking - ADA accessible - Elevator access - Transit nearby

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

😭😭😭 All we have is each other.

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

I love the reflections you are valuably churning here. Last week I presented in both Minneapolis and Phoenix, both places wanted to focus on AI, and my central message in both talks was: you have choice; anyone telling you that you don't (that AI/anything is inevitable) is selling you something.

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

I was going to reply with the same, including credit to @clairewillett.bsky.social for the h/t! I never knew I was looking for a taxes influencer or that Claire was one, but my taxes were so dang easy to file and FREE!

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Tony Martignetti @tonymart.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

#NonprofitRadio returns with a two-part podcast: first, Rubin Singh of OneTenth Consulting on human factors in nonprofit tech adoption and management; then @amysampleward.bsky.social, NTEN’s CEO, covers everything about #26NTC.

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Nonprofit Radio for April 6, 2026: Consider The Human Factors & A Conversation With The NTEN CEO | Tony Martignetti

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Can we build a more shared resource in space than we have yet to do on earth? Join me and some incredible guests for an @openlunar.bsky.social conversation tomorrow to explore big questions together. When is the moon truly for everyone? 9 am PT | 6 pm CET openlunar.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

An event flier with a graphic of the moon and the event details:
Moonlit Talk
When is the moon truly "for everyone"?
Wednesday, March 25 - 9 am PT, 12 pm ET, 6 pm CET

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Portland: Neighbors Welcome @portlandneighborswelcome.org · 16/03/2026

Hey folks, we're hiring an Organizing Director! Location: Portland, OR Position Type: Full-time exempt at 32 hours Salary: $95,000 Benefits: $500 monthly healthcare stipend, generous PTO, flexible schedule, hybrid work options, professional development portlandneighborswelcome.org/hiring

Flyer with yellow background and a photo of people with signs saying "Portland Neighbors Welcome" at a rally at the bottom. Text:

We're hiring our first ever Organizing Director!
Location: Portland, OR
Position Type: Full-time exempt at 32 hours
Salary: $95,000
Benefits: $500 monthly healthcare stipend, generous PTO, flexible schedule,
hybrid work options, professional development
Priority Deadline: April 1

Apply: https://portlandneighborswelcome.org/hiring

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progressivebeat.bsky.social @progressivebeat.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

The Democratic Party in Oregon's state legislature is absolutely rotten with money. "Dan Meek, an attorney who for years has been at the center of efforts to curtail money in Oregon politics, labeled it “the bill to destroy campaign finance reform in Oregon.”'

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Voters in This State Overwhelmingly Said Yes to Limiting Money in Politics. Then the State Legislature Had Its Say.

Some 78% of Oregon voters approved limiting campaign contributions in 2020. Four years later, the Legislature finally adopted limits, but an advocate for tighter controls says recent changes render Or...

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Same. A space to connect and renew and probably cry but also fill back up my bucket of hope. And here's the sunny spot where you'll be part of it!

A view from Huntington Place with table and chairs sitting in front of large windows looking out to a river and tall buildings in the distance.

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Wait, no, really 12 years?! Should I trust your math? 😲

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Taylor Lorenz @taylorlorenz.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

I wrote about the House hearing today, how Congress is trying to strip anonymity from the Internet, and the devastating effects that has for journalists, whistleblowers, LGBTQ ppl, immigrants, civil rights activists, abortion providers and anyone challenging power for @theintercept.com

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Congress Is Considering Abolishing Your Right to Be Anonymous Online

The bipartisan push to remove anonymity from the internet is ushering in an era of unprecedented mass surveillance and censorship.

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

If there are funders waiting for the "right time" to support us anonymizing participant / service recipient data in vulnerable nonprofits, this is it. Demand for our security cohorts is through the roof but funders are telling me "security isn't something we've heard from our grantees." We're ready.

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Amy Sample Ward @amysampleward.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

I can't get over the pipe and drape that is supposed to convey "completely secure situation room" and they didn't even use nice enough drape for it not to be see through let alone actually secure this space in any meaningful way.

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