KnowledgeWell continues to respond to expertise requests for volunteers.  BIM (CAD, GIS, AEC, ENI, LEED) and other Technology Solutions comprise over 80% of the requests. BIM Building (as in constructing) Information Modeling creates value for the local governments, nonprofits and the private sector. In this data lifecycle, one can focus on strategies throughout. For example, the end of life or reuse of a bridge or highway. Our series touches on all aspects of the life cycle, strategies for community leaders with a special emphasis on the "Beginning of BIM"- the actual collection of the data. Volunteer Dace Campbell is in Kosrae collecting data and creating models for the people of Kosrae and the Historic Preservation Office.

These BIM and other technology solutions are highlighted in these US events for over a decade- from DC to Guam- through KnowledgeWell's BIM event series. These solutions help leaders of any community with a number of challenges- from infrastructure to historic preservation to threats such as rising sea levels. BIM and related technologies enable KnowledgeWell volunteers to empower local leaders to make wise choices to meet a range of challenges- from Climate Change to our UNESCO World Heritage Site work.

Our next BIM/Technology event is planned for Orlando, Florida May 30-31. At this event you will experience real world technologies and strategies, and you will learn about how you can become involved with KnowledgeWell by sharing your expertise - all professions are welcome! If you are interested in sponsoring this event, email BIM@knowledgewell.org. Click on the link below for more information on attending the event.

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Rising Sea Levels Threaten WWII Historic Site. New Technologies Photogrammetry/LiDAR (previously too expensive) allow coastal communities anywhere to benchmark and control data regarding climate change threats. Learn more at our upcoming event!  (Photo by Vol Dace Campbell, Feb 2018)

In 2005, KnowledgeWell launched internationally. It was founded as a unique business model proof of concept from a UNC Business School EMBA team. Launched internationally with "no money" or to be more accurate "extremely limited resources," it fulfilled its mission by delivering expertise, in person, to professionals from 16  island states in its first year.  All with:
-no traditional marketing resources (including no web site for three years)
-no fundraisers
-no donations accepted from Board members, executive team, etc. for first 5 years

In addition to delivering expertise and changing lives (see past article on unemployed college grads from Palau for example), KnowledgeWell has delivered over $10M to underserved communities in its first decade.

Your private or nonprofit organization can benefit from this model today. If launching a new venture or growing a venture with limited resources is of value to you, contact us.
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For over a decade, KnowledgeWell has hosted the Pacific Leadership Forum where leaders from the region deliver requests for expertise. KnowledgeWell volunteers would then seek out experts to meet the need. The new KnowledgeWell 5M experience speeds the "matching" process as it allows professionals, experts and students to discover opportunities to serve- face to face with Pacific Professionals!

This volunteer experience is designed to quickly network in each community visited and choose a longer, more focused experience for the following year. The expedition will be divided into two segments lasting 7-10 days each.

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Where?

First Segment- Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia (Kosrae, Pohnpei, Chuuk), concluding in the Marianas- Guam/Siapan

Second Segment- Marianas (Guam, Saipan), Micronesia (FSM-Yap), Melekeok (Palau), concluding in Manila.

Both segments are scheduled for late February/March and are repeated in November.

 

Who?

Any and all experts, students, family and friends. Whatever your current or former job, current or former degree, your experience and expertise can create value as you meet and learn from Pacific Professionals.

What?

What will we do? The experience is designed as a "concierge" expedition, where everything is planned out for you, and all you have to do is show up at the airport ready to go.

Due to the fast pace of numerous community visits, the goal is to create a learning and awareness experience for you. While all stops have islands and the ocean, the cultures are fascinating and unique. The goal is to deliver a learning experience with each of these incredible cultures! In addition to the networking experiences created for you, it is your choice as to where to dive in (literally and figuratively) at each stop.

Travel arrangements and logistics will be handled by KnowledgeWell sponsors.

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2006- Kosrae: The late Berlin Sigrah HPO, the first to use GPS technology Pacific Islands Professional to locate prehistoric site. HPO team with Vol Tom Condon pictured at the canoe landing site.

KOROR 2007 Palau VicePresident Elias Chin Welcomes Attendees to KW Pacific Islands Forum. The new 5M Island Hopping experience for Volunteers is designed to speed the matching of requests with those interested in volunteering.

Kosrae

KOSRAE 2008 Guam DLM Chief Paul Santos PLS at WWII Radio Station Site- Site inspired Hollywod Movie "Up Periscope" starring James Garner. Santos led the first team to "locate" this historic site. Thanks to the leadership of the Kosrae Survey and Mapping Office team headed by Wigner Joe. Below, LIVE photo from Kosrae 2018 of WWII Radio Station. Photo by Dace Campbell.

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