Last night, The Wireless Foundation held its VITA Achievement dinner, where it recognized individuals and organizations that used wireless technology to make a positive and significant societal impact.
The evening’s honorees were (and read the Wireless Samaritans award winners’ inspiring stories):
Congressional Honoree: U.S. Senator Jay Rockefeller
Among the Senator’s many accomplishments, his leadership on spectrum and next generation 911 services are why The Wireless Foundation recognized him last night. As the author of the “Spectrum Act,” which became law in 2011, first responders have a high speed nationwide wireless network to communicate during times of crisis.
Sen. Jay Rockefeller (D-WV) accepts VITA Awards from The Wireless Foundation.
Connected Health Honoree: American Red Cross - First Aid and Other Mobile Apps
The American Red Cross developed mobile apps that provide lifesaving information, such as first-aid instructions and how to handle weather-related crises before, during and after. ARC continues to make a significant impact in helping people in emergency situations with the easy-to-follow information on their mobile devices.
Green Wireless Honoree: Ericsson - Enabling Low Carbon Economies, Sustainable Cities and Intelligent Transport
Ericsson is working to positively impact the environment and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in their own operations and in other industries. By using more energy-efficient and environmentally responsible equipment and components in the wireless industry's own operations, they are finding energy savings of up to 70 percent and substantial reductions in their carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Ericsson is helping our environment for future generations.
Children’s Wireless & Online Safety Honoree: National Parent Teachers Association - TipTxt
43 percent of 13-17 year old kids reported they were victims of “cyberbullying.” NPTA developed TipTxt so students could confidentially notify school officials about bullying and school safety.
Education Honoree: Onslow County Public Schools, N.C. - One-to-One Math Initiative
To increase student engagement and improve math scores, this North Carolina school district is using wireless technology so its students are ready for the 21st century workforce. Implemented in 2011, the One-to-One Math Initiative offers teachers a chance to learn from experts so they can better integrate math and science for their students.
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