Opportunity Details

Passive Risk/Cost of Inaction Analyst Volunteer, Wildfire Prevention Derivatives
Prevention Derivatives draws upon passive risk/ cost of inaction. Literature reviews on cost of inaction in general and with regards to wildfire specifically can be helpful.
-Prevention derivatives is driven by the thesis that there is an under-valuation of passive risk (or the cost of inaction) and an under-prioritization of positive risk. Correspondingly for wildfires as an example, there is an under-recognition of the potential shared value upside of preventative action through social innovation and social interventions (such as goats & sheep that prevent wildfires). CrowdDoing.world's aim is to guarantee positive risk through leveraging existing liabilities to allow for the implications of prescriptive analytics to be financed. The under-pricing of passive risk means that liabilities are treated as either costs of doing business or un-predictable risks even for entirely preventable risks. Risk management offices have been too biased towards avoiding taking the wrong risks rather than ensuring that institutions make their own luck by seizing the abundant positive risk opportunities in social innovation. Meanwhile, the bias against positive risk leaves social innovations not to get adopted even if there would be remarkable benefits to all stakeholders if they were adopted

In the framework of Prevention Derivatives, we want to create a predictive machine learning (ML) model that for a given geographical region will estimate likely savings (losses) due-to protection (damages) of stakeholders’ properties, business profits, common health, and regional ecology resulting in applying risk prevention solutions (or doing nothing instead). Goal of these notes is to analyze ML model’s design, offer a potential improvement and to discuss existing approaches for data collection, and training and testing the model. It is important to notice that the model is applied to the entire selected or target region. Therefore, a geographical region R is the smallest unit we apply modeling to.
Data science will be utilized in the following ways:
Explore/Visualize data currently available on Wildfires
Identify trends and patterns in Historical data
Quantify historical losses in dollars based on property destruction, casualties, acres burnt, etc.
Build predictive models to identify areas of high wildfire risk based on factors such as weather, vegetation, topography, etc.
Visualization of Model outcomes
Scenario building (changing input variables and observing impact on outcome)
Tools - R, Python, MATLAB, SQL, PowerPoint
Knowledge or Interest in anyone or more:
Identify papers on Simulation of Wildfires, Catastrophe Modeling
Review and present Technical papers in a way that everyone can understand
Assist in Model development and testing by contributing in finding data and programming
Identify/Collect data relevant to wildfire Impact
Work cross-functionally
Traits:
Mathematically inclined, highly analytical, creative problem solver, can conduct analyses independently or with minimal supervision
Programming for Data Science
Mathematics
Statistics
Predictive Analytics
Prescriptive Analytics
Machine Learning - Supervised/Unsupervised learning
Artificial Intelligence
Data Mining
Computer Science
Monte Carlo Simulations
Expectations:


If you have any questions about processes for joining CrowdDoing.world as a volunteer to support our efforts in systemic change please write to volunteerorientation@crowddoing.world

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Wildfire Prevention Financial Product Design Development & Architecture Analysis(with Video Introduction!)
p.s.

To see an 18 minute video introduction and overview of prevention derivatives as a framework- please see here what we shared in 2020 at the Skoll World Forum and at Social Venture Circle- httpspublic://volop_imgs/volop_400069_feature.pngyoutu.be/GMYEjyPGDK0




Knowledge or Interest in any one or more:

Economics

Insurance

Cost - Benefit Analysis

Technical research

Environmental research

Market research

Business research

Insight generation

Expectations:

Identify/Collect data/papers/literature relevant to wildfire Impact

Quantify costs incurred by different stakeholders as a result of Wildfire

Generate Insights from currently available research papers

Present your work

Work cross-functionally

Traits:
Wildfire Prevention Financial Product Design Development & Architecture Analysis-
High curiosity, creative, critical thinking, can conduct analyses independently or with minimal supervision.

Develop core analytical capabilities or model libraries, using advanced statistical, quantitative, or econometric techniques.

Provide application or analytical support to wildfire prevention and insurance researchers or traders on issues such as valuations or data.

Research or develop analytical tools to address issues such as wildfire prevention portfolio construction or optimization, performance measurement, attribution, profit and loss measurement, or pricing models.

Maintain or modify all financial analytic models in use.

Apply mathematical or statistical techniques to address practical issues in finance, such as derivative valuation, risk management, or financial market regulation.

Devise or apply independent models or tools to help verify results of analytical systems.

Define or recommend model specifications or data collection methods.

Confer with other financial engineers or analysts on financial product structure in light of market dynamics, informed by the development of quantitative techniques.

Collaborate with product development teams to research, model, validate, or implement quantitative structured solutions for new or expanded wildfire prevention markets.

Consult team members to determine the need for new or improved analytical applications.

Collect, synthesize, analyze, manage, and report environmental data, such as pollution emission measurements, atmospheric monitoring measurements, meteorological or mineralogical information, or soil or water samples.

Communicate scientific or technical information to the public, organizations, or internal audiences through oral briefings, written documents, workshops, conferences, training sessions, or public hearings.

Provide advice on proper standards and regulations or the development of policies, strategies, or codes of practice for environmental management.

Prepare charts or graphs from data samples, providing summary information on the environmental relevance of the data.

Analyze data to determine validity, quality, and scientific significance and to interpret correlations between human activities and environmental effects.

Determine data collection methods to be employed in research projects or surveys.

Process and review environmental permits, licenses, or related materials.

Plan or develop research models, using knowledge of mathematical and statistical concepts.

Conduct applied research on environmental topics in wildfire prevention

Research sources of wildfire air pollution to determine their effects on the environment and to develop theories or methods of wildfire pollution prevention

If you have any questions about processes for joining CrowdDoing.world as a volunteer to support our efforts in systemic change please write to volunteerorientation@crowddoing.world

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WEConnect International will be hosting the Financing Your Growing Business Boot Camp for women business owners on September 8 and 9 in partnership with Moody's.

We are looking for volunteers to support this training which helps to provide education and industry expertise on creditworthiness and how to position their business for capital input and growth.

As a volunteer, you can assist with either running the logistics of the Boot Camp and/or presenting a specific training session. On-boarding and training will be provided to all volunteers and presenters and note this training will be run in German.

• General Volunteer: These volunteers will support the overall delivery of the Boot Camp, working with WEConnect International to moderate breakout sessions, monitor and respond to attendee chat questions, or assist the presenters. Volunteers should be familiar with Zoom, able to answer general questions about creditworthiness in support of subject matter experts and have experience in virtual facilitation/moderation and a basic knowledge of these topics from the German perspective.

• Presenter: These volunteers will act as subject matter experts and deliver a training session on a specific topic – credit, financial statements, goal planning, sources of financing, capital planning, how to pitch or enterprise valuation. The presenter will be provided a pre-designed curriculum in PowerPoint and have the opportunity to suggest enhancements if needed to provide additional local context or clarity. These volunteers should have experience presenting these topics to adult learners and an understanding of how these topics are or can be applied in Germany.

All volunteers will be offered orientation and training.

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
Presenter: Session 1 — The Importance of Creditworthiness	1	n/a	n/a
Presenter: Session 2 — Financial Statements	1	n/a	n/a
Presenter: Session 3 — Goal Planning	1	n/a	n/a
Presenter: Session 4 — Sources of Financing	1	n/a	n/a
Presenter: Session 5 — Capital Planning	1	n/a	n/a
Presenter: Session 7 — Enterprise Valuation	1	n/a	n/a
General Logistics Volunteer / Networking Discussion Facilitator	2	n/a	n/a
General Logistics Volunteer / Networking Discussion Facilitator	2	n/a	n/a
General Logistics Volunteer / Networking Discussion Facilitator	2	n/a	n/a
General Logistics Volunteer / Networking Discussion Facilitator	2	n/a	n/a

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HVAF is looking for volunteers to serve in our food and clothing pantries interacting with our veterans on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays (9:30 am - 2 pm).

We also need help stocking our food and clothing pantries on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (anytime between 8:30 am - 4 pm). Would you consider volunteering on a weekly or monthly basis or would a day or a few hours here or there work to volunteer at HVAF?

We have instituted new protocols to help keep our volunteers and veterans safe. Everyone is required to wear a face mask when working with veterans. We hope you will consider donating some of your time to assist us and help serve our veterans.

HVAF is located at 964 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. We have free visitor parking across the street from our 10th Street main entrance.

Thank you for volunteering to serve our Hoosier Heroes! You help make a difference in the lives of others.

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OVERVIEW

Composition:The Black Connect Advisory Board is composed of business leaders and professionals with expertise in areas important to the growth of Black Connect. Advisors are selected based on having advanced and relevant knowledge and experience, world-class networks, and reputations that help build the image and foundation of much greater future success.

Mission: The Black Connect Advisory Board provides strategic guidance to the executive/management team of Black Connect on the continuous development and improvement of the organization.

Objectives: The Advisory Board provides guidance on planning, fundraising, operations, program development, and marketing that helps:

Enhance visibility of the organization within the United States
Assist in recruitment and financial sustainability
Ensure success of marketing and growth initiatives

Please complete the application located at https://www.cognitoforms.com/BlackConnect1/AdvisoryBoardApplication

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Greetings Googler Happy Hope Heroes! The Happy Hope Factory delivers a boost of hope to hospitalized and homeless children nationwide through the distribution of Happy Hope Bags and our virtual Hope Reads library. We are in need of your wonderful children's story book reading to add to our platform. It's simple. Record your story using your phone (landscape), upload your story to Wetransfer.com and send it to info@happyhopefactory.org. Please remember to log your hours on the Benevity platform to support the Hope Reads library. Questions? Visit our website, www.happyhopefactory.org and scroll to the Hope Reads section. All instructions are located on the website. .

Click here for a preview of the Hope Reads Library: https://vimeo.com/563691474/f54b667fa6

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Support KYC's 5K by walking with us in Busse Woods or supporting the event registration, setup, clean-up, and celebration as a KYC volunteer!

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	no limit	n/a	n/a

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If you're helping us launch Opportunity Hack 2024, track your time using this volunteer opportunity! You can turn these hours into a cash donation too!

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Hello! If you are passionate about supporting the wellbeing of youth and feel practice of kindness and good character help us lead positive and productive live- we would love to meet you! Camp Kindness Counts is currently recruiting board members who are well networked and can help to expand our reach to the local and global community. This role involves helping to build new partnerships, gain sponsors/raise funds, give direction/advice, and spread awareness of our nonprofit.

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We’re all craving community as the pandemic winds down. For children with critical illnesses, isolation and anxiety have added to their health concerns. Make-A-Wish brings hope and a wish improves health outcomes.

Every day is an opportunity to create hope for wish kids – even from home. That’s why
we’re bringing the LA community together for Virtual Walk for Wishes 2021! We are challenging you to walk 10,000 steps from home –while raising money for the 700+
wish kids waiting due to COVID. Wishes are critical and you can be part of the magic when you “Create Hope From Home”. Each step you take, will bring us closer to granting another wish!

1) Pick a day (or days) between July 10-17 to step up for wish kids by walking 10,000 steps!
2) Register for free at wish.org/la/walk-wishes
3) Invite friends & family to join your team - anyone can participate!
4) Receive a commemorative gift when you raise $100 or more
5) Inspire others to do the same by sharing your story

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
Participant	no limit	n/a	n/a