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June 16, 2011

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Social Media for Social Change

If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.

– Mother Teresa –

Social Media for Social Change

Kecia Cruz’s son had been sleeping on a cold linoleum floor since returning to live with his mother nearly two weeks ago. Cruz has served time in prison and her son is a recovering drug addict. Cruz sees her child’s return as a second chance. She didn’t want him sleeping on the floor, but she didn’t know where to turn. Her neighbor had an answer: Beremedy — an organization that utilizes social media such as Twitter, Facebook and blogs to streamline the donation of food, clothing and furniture to people in need. The name is a short way to say “you be the remedy for someone in need. Within 15 minutes of posting Cruz’s need, a hairstylist with a spare mattress responded. In the spirit of generosity Beremedy connects the dots this way multiple times a day — every single day. { read more }

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