The Web3 Nonprofit Episode 3 - Black Women Blockchain Council
For the third episode of The Web3 Nonprofit, we’re excited to highlight the work of Black Women Blockchain Council, an incredible organization with a mission to create a safe space that inspires, trains and activates a talent and economic pipeline of black women pursuing professional and entrepreneurial careers in blockchain and fintech; including inspiring and educating the next generation of diverse and inclusive blockchain leaders. To learn more, we welcome Olayinka Odeniran, Founder and Chairwoman of Black Women Blockchain Council.
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Key Takeaways
Web3 presents a unique opportunity to learn from the mistakes of Web1 and Web2, and build from the ground up, ensuring inclusion is an important pillar of the ecosystem.
While Web3, and the tech sector more generally, is still male dominated, there are plenty of incredible women and women-led collectives looking to change that, and who are building in the ecosystem. For women who are hesitant to engage with Web3, connecting with one of these collectives is a great starting point.
NFTs are more than just JPEGs, and they can be an incredible tool for rewarding and recognizing donor contributions and telling the story of your movement.
The world is quickly changing as diverse industries begin embracing blockchain and cryptocurrency, including those in the charitable sector. It is important for nonprofits to remain open-minded to new technologies as an important way to future proof their organization.
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Episode Time Stamps
03:05 - To start things off, I’d love to hear your story. How did you end up working in the nonprofit sector?
05:15 - Can you please introduce listeners to Black Women Blockchain Council – including your mission and impacts?
05:55 - On your website, you mention how your organization is committed to empowering Black women through comprehensive training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and visibility programs. Tell me more about the programs you offer.
08:05 - For those listening in who are interested in taking part in your course, how would they go about doing that?
08:45 - I understand that you are a nonprofit benefit LLC – tell me more about this structure and the community behind the organization?
11:05 – What advice would you give to women interested in building in Web3?
14:05 - What has been your experience fundraising with crypto? What advice would you have for other nonprofits interested in engaging in crypto fundraising.
17:00 - What are some of the ways that traditional impact organizations, like charities and b corps, leverage blockchain technology to grow their impact?
19:50 - For nonprofit leaders who are skeptical about getting involved with Web3, what advice would you give them?
23:35 - What’s the best way for listeners to learn more and support Black Women Blockchain Council
25:05 - To end on a note of inspiration – is there a recent success story or win at Black Women Blockchain Council that you can share with the audience?
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