Past meeting
Chicago NetSquared May Meeting
(6 ratings)
Meeting Description
Who
- Staff and volunteers of non-profits, web innovators, and any individuals pushing for change are encouraged to attend.
Why
- Join us, so Chicago can grow more technology savvy social change organizations that benefit our local communities. Learn new web tools to further your mission, share your knowledge so other can benefit, network and enjoy free food & refreshments.
Organized by
- Aaron With, Jean Russell, Justin Massa, and Michael Maranda
Details
Meeting Details:
Date: Tuesday, May 13th, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm-8:30pm
Location: ICIRR (Illinois Coalition for Immigrant & Refugee Rights)
55 E. Jackson Blvd
Suite 2075
Chicago, IL 60604
**corner of Jackson & Wacker**
Agenda for this month: Speedgeeking (6 short web tool demos you can use to further your cause), Group Discussion, eDemocracy Presentation, networking
Organizers:
Demetrio Maguigad, New Media Manager with Community Media Workshop at Columbia College, manages online new media projects, and also conducts community-based popular education workshops.
Michael Maranda promoting digital excellence, media & social justice through purposive community.
David Marques is an IT Coordinator with the Southwest Youth Collaborative, a community-based youth services and activist agency.
Justin Massa is executive director of MoveSmart.org, a startup non-profit organization that promotes racial and economic integration through technology.
Jean Russell nurtures nonprofit leaders and weaves networks for social change (nurture.biz).
Aaron With is a Community Organizer for The Point (www.thepoint.com) and has a background working with Chicago non-profits.
Talk About This Meeting
Who Attended
The organizer estimated that 20 people attended.
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OliveNecessity
"It was great to be in a welcoming environment; I thought I would feel intimidated being surrounded by all these knowledgeable individuals. It was exactly the opposite. Everyone was really nice and welcomed any question, no matter how silly."
Joe Harrow
"Great meeting!"