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Helping Emerging Nations Catch Up

While the U.S., Europe, and parts of East Asia may be leading the Internet revolution, it is important that no nation be left behind. Organizations that work to bring emerging nations up to par are doing their part to bridge this digital divide.

  bridges.org
Bridges.org is an international nonprofit organization with a mission to help people in developing countries use information and communications technology (ICT) to improve their lives.

  GeekCorps
By sending skilled volunteers to places like Ghana and Mongolia, GeekCorps helps businesses in developing nations gain access to information technologies.

  The Intermediate Technology Development Group (ITDG)
Aims to demonstrate and advocate the sustainable use of technology to reduce poverty in developing countries.

  Regency Foundation, The
Works with the United Nations and its agencies to initiate, develop, and coordinate programs related to issues of developing nations including the forming of partnerships between industrialized countries and emerging markets.

  Volunteers in Technical Assistance (VITA)
Vita is committed to helping people in developing countries improve the quality their lives through the collection, distillation, and transfer of information.

  World Links
World Links connects and trains teachers and kids in developing countries to improve education and employment opportunities.



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