Meet Susan Dolan

Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Susan Dolan. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Susan, we’ve been so fortunate to work with so many incredible folks and one common thread we have seen is that those who have built amazing lives for themselves are also often the folks who are most generous. Where do you think your generosity comes from?

I believe in giving back to my community. I’ve always been passionate about helping others, and thepeopleshub.org provides me with the opportunity to do that on a larger scale.

I’m passionate about giving back to my community and using my skills to make a positive impact. thepeopleshub.org provides me with the perfect platform to do just that. I’m particularly excited about leveraging my expertise in search engine optimization, digital knowledge, social media, and storytelling to help others. By optimizing online visibility, sharing digital literacy skills, building strong online communities, and crafting compelling narratives, I hope to contribute to the growth and success of individuals and organizations alike. I believe that by combining these skills, we can inspire, educate, and empower people to achieve their full potential.

Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?

The Peoples Hub: is a multifaceted organization working towards positive social change. Here’s a breakdown of our key areas of focus:

Mission: Connecting and supporting ethical organizations through a global network of changemakers.

Focus: Facilitating collaboration and knowledge-sharing among organizations working on social and environmental justice issues.

Target Audience: Organizations and individuals involved in the disability justice and solidarity economy movements.
 
Activities: We offer online resources, such as articles and interviews, to connect and inspire changemakers.

1. Community Empowerment:

Mission: Unite “change makers” and grassroots organizations to create a powerful network for collective action.
Activities: They facilitate gatherings and events that bring people together to learn, share ideas, and collaborate on solutions for community challenges.

2. Supporting Small-Scale Farmers:

Goal: Empower small-scale farmers and improve food security.
Methods: We offer resources and training to help farmers increase yields, improve agricultural practices, and access new markets.

3. Consultancy Services:

Target Audience: Organizations and individuals seeking to achieve their social impact goals.
Services: We offer strategic planning, fundraising, marketing and communications, program development, and evaluation expertise.

4. Promoting Self-Reliance:

Philosophy: Our approach goes beyond simply providing resources. We aim to foster self-reliance and a spirit of community among those they help.

Overall, The Peoples Hub operates as a:

Platform: Connecting individuals, organizations, and communities to work towards positive change.  
Resource Center: Providing training, support, and guidance to those seeking to improve their lives and communities.  
Advocate: Working to empower individuals and groups, particularly small-scale farmers, to achieve social and economic justice.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

Many years prior to setting up ThePeoplesHub.org I cracked the Google PageRank algorithm and had it confirmed by Eric Schmidt’s New York office. I had given seminars at business events and cruise liners on how search engine optimization works and the mathematics behind it. Then I met one of my best friends and business partner, Amy Varle who wanted to bring about change for people who were homeless and/or rough sleeping on the street. I used my skills and knowledge to help Amy and managed to get her Varle Report on ending homelessness into the hands of the then Prime Minister of the UK. I spoke to Theresa while attending a DrugFam celebration in Downing Street for all their hard work helping people. Theresa asked for Amy and I to return to Downing Street and present her report. Within weeks Theresa May sent half a million pounds to the Mayor of Manchester, Andy Burnham to help with Housing First and to tackle ending homelessness. From then on I used my digital knowledge to continue to help Amy and eventually set up ThePeoplesHub.org to tackle societal issues to improve our communities. My journey has been a mixed one. I never went to college or university however travelling around the world, meeting and talking with people was the best education I could ever have. I would recommend travelling, studying and most of, listening to people if you want to help them.

How can folks who want to work with you connect?

Ethics are at the core of everything we do at The Peoples Hub. We believe in using technology for good and ensuring that our work has a positive impact on society. We prioritize fairness, transparency, and accountability in all our endeavors. We are committed to responsible technology use, avoiding any potential harm or misuse. By adhering to ethical principles, we aim to foster a more just and equitable world.

We believe in the power of human-centered design. We consider the potential consequences of our actions and strive to create solutions that benefit everyone. We are mindful of privacy concerns and prioritize data security. By upholding these ethical standards, we hope to build trust and create a positive impact on the communities we serve.

So, if you share our vision of a better world, please do reach out to us at The Peoples Hub. You can connect with us through our website, or on our social media channels. Let’s work together to make a difference.

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