Re: [Fsuk-manchester] Fwd: Connect2Communities at MadLab

[Michael Dorrington]

It would be great to have some free software representation and
promotion there. I encourage you to attend and do this.

Regards,
Mike.
MFS Chair.

lucyb wrote:
> I thought some people might be interested in this, as I know we have
> quite a few people here who are keen to get involved in helping the
> local community..
> 
> 
> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: dave <address@hidden>
> Date: Feb 1, 3:09 pm
> Subject: Connect2Communities at MadLab
> To: GeekUp
> 
> 
> Hi everyone,
> 
> We're running an event in partnership with the MDDA at the MadLab
> called 'Connect2Communities'. The idea is to have an informal fair for
> community organisations, charities, and voluntary sector organisations
> who are intimidated by or don't know where to begin with online
> presences and social media.
> We're hoping to have a few introductory talks before the event begins,
> then we'll have an informal set of one-to-ones and and hands-on
> support and tutorials for attendees from the non-technical sectors to
> explain how to go about social media and online strategies, explain
> why they'd want to do them, and best practices in implementing them,
> as well as introducing your organisation or community group to those
> who may not be aware of them, and generally sharing the skill,
> knowledge and network outside our usual circles.
> 
> I know a few people on here are keen to help out the voluntary sector
> and support charity and community groups - this is an idea
> opportunity! We're planning to run the event on the 17th February,
> from 2pm to 6pm at the MadLab (http://madlab.org.uk/). If you want to
> get involved, let me know ASAP and let me know if you're interested in
> speaking for a few minutes, operating a 'stand', or both!
> 
> If you know anyone else who may be interested in supporting this
> event, please ask them to get in touch with me - address@hidden
> 
> Cheers, Dave Mee / MadLab /http://madlab.org.uk
> 
> 
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