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148 people are interested
Proofread Digital Books for People who are Blind or Print Disabled
ORGANIZATION: Bookshare (A Benetech Initiative)
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148 people are interested
Bookshare.org is an online library of more than 39,000 accessible books for people who are blind or have other print disabilities. But the collection is far from complete. Our members have a deep passion for reading. Given that less than 5% of the world's books are available in accessible formats, the need for Bookshare.org is great. Through an amazing virtual system our community of volunteers helps bridge the gap, book by book.
For full information contact Bookshare's Volunteer Manager Alisa Moore:
alisam@benetech.org
650 644-0087
You can help us by:
- Scanning new books and submitting them electronically to grow our collection,
- Proofreading the digital files of books that have already been scanned in order to improve quality,
- Verifying book information, synopses, and categories to make it quicker and easier for members to locate the books they want to read.
- Write reviews of books to help our members match books with their interests
More opportunities with Bookshare (A Benetech Initiative)
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Bookshare (A Benetech Initiative)
Location:
480 California Avenue, Suite 201, Palo Alto, CA 94306, US
Mission Statement
Benetech empowers communities in need by creating scalable technology solutions.
Description
Benetech programs positively impact the lives of thousands of individuals and families, every single day.
- Bookshare.org provides accessible books to students, adults and professionals who would otherwise be without.
- Human Rights We provide science and information technology to human rights advocates, strengthening their pursuit of justice and reconciliation.
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CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
December 6, 2011
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 15