CIBERVOLUNTARIOS network
At Cibervoluntarios Network we are building a global collaborative network of local organizations with a clear purpose: to help people understand and use technology so digital transformation becomes a real opportunity for everyone. Do you want to lead your community's digital transformation and create social impact? Join us and take action in your community. Be part of the network that is changing the world.
Join the global network that helps people understand and use technology
From the moment they join the network, organizations in Cibervoluntarios Network gain access to technological tools, tested methodologies, and proven procedures. They benefit from knowledge exchange, innovation, and the network’s know-how to accelerate digital transformation processes with social impact in their communities and implement large-scale projects. In this way, their local actions drive global transformation.
Cibervoluntarios Network operates on a decentralized co-governance model, with key pillars including technology, innovation and the active enrichment and empowerment of its members
If you are an organization from Latin America and the Caribbean that wants to be part of a unique and global network of local organizations sharing the same mission, join the open call and participate in the selection process to become part of the Network
Why join Cibervoluntarios network?
Purpose
Technology empowers us to build the society we want: a society that addresses the real needs of people. And for that, it is essential that citizens take the lead. We aim to facilitate the acquisition of digital skills and ensure that technology serves the people. This is essential to make citizen digital sovereignty, still being developed, a reality.
Reference
Cibervoluntarios Network is the global leader in tech volunteering focusing on reducing the digital divide, with a particular focus on those in situations of digital vulnerability. Cibervolunteers are agents of social change who make it easier for citizens to acquire digital skills in an approachable, simple, practical, and completely free of charge. A pioneering, flexible, innovative, horizontal, and collaborative volunteer model, aimed at improving the world by harnessing the best of unstoppable technological development.
Know-How
Fundación Cibervoluntarios has been running hundreds of programs for over 20 years, helping more than 100,000 people acquire digital skills each year. Now, it offers its network members access to its know-how in technology, methodology, tools, training materials, organizational structure, and international partnerships.
The strength of the Network
As a member of Cibervoluntarios Network, you will be part of a unique and global network of diverse and independent local organizations with a shared goal: to put technology at the service of people. You will be able to lead an inclusive digital transformation in your community and expand your reach and international recognition by participating in large-scale projects.
How to join
We are looking for diverse and independent local organizations that work directly with groups such as youth, women, people with disabilities, indigenous populations, rural communities, elderly, or migrants, and that want to:
Be part of a unique and global network of local organizations that share the same mission
You will be able to exchange content and experiences, and expand your reach and recognition by participating in larger-scale projects, including international ones.
Having a technological tool for volunteer and project management
which will simplify the coordination and loyalty of your organization’s volunteers, as well as the coordination of activities in a simple way and the preparation of management and result reports.
Gain access to methodologies, training contents and procedures
in hundreds of successful digitization projects carried for more than 20 years, ranging from fundraising, project management, coordination of activities and technological volunteering to training materials adapted to the needs of the different beneficiaries.
Do you want your organization to be part of Cibervoluntarios Network? Join the selection process now
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about Cibervoluntarios Network
What is Cibervoluntarios Network?
Cibervoluntarios Network is a global network of local entities that work through collaboration, co-creation, and co-governance approaches to reduce the digital divide and promote technological inclusion. Its purpose is to ensure that technology serves people and to foster inclusion and civic participation in the digital environment.
How is the Network structured?
Through an affiliation agreement, in which the entity joining Cibervoluntarios Network gains access to various benefits.
What are the benefits of being part of the Network?
Being part of the Network allows entities to establish strategic alliances with other third-sector organizations in Latin America and beyond. Members gain access to technological resources such as CiberNet, a customized CRM for managing volunteers and projects, a personalized web environment, innovative training materials adapted to the needs of beneficiaries, a resource repository, custom communication campaign designs, graphic material development, and more.
What is required to join Cibervoluntarios Network?
Entities must have legal personality and be officially registered in their country. Currently, the call is open for Latin America, but we will expand to other regions in the coming months.
What types of entities can be part of Cibervoluntarios Network?
Organizations, associations, cooperatives, foundations, networks, and, in general, third-sector entities that work or aspire to contribute to digital inclusion and transformation and create an impact in their communities.
Is Cibervoluntarios Network responsible for setting up my entity’s Technological Cybervolunteer Network?
No. Cibervoluntarios Network co-creates with each entity, developing specific tools and training programs together and sharing its know-how so that these organizations can, in turn, establish and manage their own network of cybervolunteers and promote knowledge transfer in their territories. It is a tested, scalable, and replicable model.
Is there a fee or membership cost to join the Network?
Yes, there is a symbolic membership fee subsidized at 90% to ensure commitment from entities that wish to join the Network. This fee is based on the previous year's financial balance of each entity and grants access to all the know-how of Fundación Cibervoluntarios, as well as the resources, training programs, and tools of the Network. Members can also use the "Cibervoluntarios Network" brand in their country.
Do Cibervoluntarios Network's training programs or activities have any cost?
No. The annual membership fee is the only payment required to access all the benefits of the Network.
Can entities generate financial profit from the resources and capacities provided by Cibervoluntarios Network?
No, because all activities must be free of charge for volunteers and final beneficiaries.
What if I am an individual and want to contribute to the Cibervoluntarios Network program?
You are welcome to collaborate as a cybervolunteer within the established networks in your country from anywhere in the world. To join, please register using our form: https://www.cibervoluntarios.org/en/volunteering#volunteeringForm.