About Ofok Human Network:

OHNet is a network which is designed to connect networks that uses Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) to connect individuals and organizations, all with a vision to promote and empower communities through Human Development.

Through the “Ofok Human Network” individuals with a passion for social change and personal development can meet, get organized, and take advantage from OHNet features to work together. This can take on many forms. For example, savvy technical students may meet through Ofok’s Human Network; each of them may complement the other in the skills they possess and then together they may decide to form a company. Some businesses may need basic training, and by getting acquainted with a particular group of trainers, they can receive the right training which will give them a much needed competitive advantage. Essentially, the Ofok Human Network is a network of networks, connecting people and networks together who share similar interests in a wide range of different fields.

The Internet which is growing widely all over the world is now a real platform that connects all Human Development contributors in one place at the same time. Consequently, the Ofok Human Network will benefit communities through education; create a new generation of entrepreneurs. It is the first of its kind in the Middle East, and the only one to be in Arabic.

Getting Started with OHNet:

Start with an Account:

• Enter your e-mail address, a password, your birthday date, Upload a profile photo.
• Choose one of the Membership Categories.
• Enter your Organization Information.
• Click “Sign Up”.
• Get started just selecting your language and login in with your e-mail address and password.
• Please use your real personal data (Name, birthday date, . . . )
  

Membership Categories:

• Ofok Ambassador: A special member who is selected to represent his/her Country, Region or Community on the OHNet where role of the ambassador is to report and monitor the Situation and problems of his/her Community on different Themes and to help in implementing the Solutions to these problems wherever possible.

• Social Entrepreneur: A member who is recognized for his/her extensive contribution to Community by managing social projects. The social entrepreneur shares his/her experience to develop new or better creative Solutions to solve the communities' Situations.

• Developer: A member with the technical background to assist on creating Applications for the proposed Solutions by the social entrepreneurs, which will afterwards implemented by Ambassadors.

Not sure which category fits you? Sign up as a contributor then you can change your membership category after finding yourself on one of these categories.

• Contributor: The main OHNet member who shares his/her ideas through blogs and forums and helps in widening and strengthening the OHNet by using it as a social network.

• Volunteer: A member who helps the network developers in upgrading the network, such as supporting new languages and helping to promote the OHNet on other networks.

now you have an individual account where you can start inviting your friends and start getting advantage of OHNet Feature and Tools. Start Building your NETWORK!

2. Welcome to Ofok Human Network:

OHNet Features & Tools: The OHNet consists of the following features and tools to facilitate communications and information sharing between its members:

• My Zone:

  • it is your page where you can add your information, multimedia, Events, E-xpression Corner and your friend can pin notes on your Pinboard.

  • My Zone is Fully customizable to match your sense and taste.

• BrainStormer:

  • it is a feature that looks like forums where the OHNet Methodology mainly implemented.

  • Read BrainStormer User Guide for more information.

• RoundTable:

  • it is the meet up place where members with the same concern or interest are gathered to discuss and share their thoughts and ideas.

• E-xpression Corner:

  • is it a personal feature where members express their opinions and share their experiences with the OHNet members.

• Soft-Ware House:

  • it is a special place for the Developer where they test their applets and applications that where synthesized to solve the BrainStormer listed Situations.

• PhotoShow Room:

  • a unique Slideshow to preview photos related to the OHNet activities ans Events.

• OHNet Radio:

  • Online radio where programs, announcements and interviews where broad-casted with a pinch of music and a grain fun.

• OHNet Live! T.V.:

  • Online live streaming of programs, events, interviews and videos presented on a stylish way.

• OHNet Hubs:

  • a page that gather all the OHNet partner networks with their description.

• Calendar:

  • a tool that help members and organizations to organize their events and activities with a easy functional calendar application.

• Events:

  • a feature of creating and attending events and to share it with members.

• Press Room:

  • a space where articles and press releases about development are posted to be accessible to all members.

• Chat Live!:

  • a chatting tool with supported features.

Organizational Membership:

• Non-Governmental Organizations:

  • All NGOs which have direct contact with the community and implement social and development projects.

• Universities:

  • Educational institutions whose students and graduates are capable of developing technical applications as a solution to community problems.

• Companies’ CSR programs:

  • Companies committed to empowering communities by offering technical and financial support as part of their CSR program.

• Networks:

  • Other human networks, movements and Initiatives with similar goals, making the relevant contributions to connect different networks together in one place.

About Ofok NGO:

Ofok is a NGO, working on a self sustainable model and taking full advantage of the opportunities presented by the development initiatives taking place worldwide. Ofok stands for "Horizon" on the Arabic language, summarizing the passion toward creating a brighter future, delivering a message of Hope and Change to communities through strengthening one of the main development pillars; Education, using Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) as tools to spread and facilitate knowledge accessibility.

Ofok's mission is to help communities empower themselves, and to enable individuals especially find employment and develop their careers. Ofok is launching its initiatives toward narrowing the knowledge gap between developed and developing worlds through immunizing youth with the ICTs to be able to connect global experiences with local entrepreneurship to create customized solutions for communities using available resources.

Ofok Human Development Initiative:

Ofok's dedication to ICT (Information and Communications Technology) development and entrepreneurship ensures that today's young people become the leaders of tomorrow by attaining the right leadership skills and the latest knowledge of technology.

No doubt that any development must first start with the individual; but sharing knowledge and the application of powerful solutions to real life problems can only take place if an effective human network exists. The formula for community development, therefore, is as follows:

"Human Development + Human Networks = Community Development"