NetSquared Camp Vancouver: Get Your Social Change Geek On!

What’s the hottest flavour of unconference in Vancouver this summer? NetSquared Camp Vancouver drops in just over a week! Kiwano is proud to be co-organizing and sponsoring the first NetSquared Camp here in Canada. What’s the fuss and why are we so pumped about this one-day event combining social change and technology?

All right, I admit it. This Ninja is one huge geek. I love learning about new technology and how it can make life more efficient (or so goes the logic). So when I found out that Net Tuesday Vancouver was about to launch their inaugural unconference this summer, I just had to get involved. (Want to cover NetSquared Vancouver? I’m handling all media inquiries and PR leading up to the event, so get in touch!)

I’m joining a lineup of seasoned local non-profit and technology superstars, including the ever-enthusiastic Eli van der Giessen of the David Suzuki Foundation. I asked him a few questions about what to expect at NetSquared Camp:

What is NetSquared Camp Vancouver?

It’s an unconference bringing together nonprofits, activists and social entrepreneurs with their friends and allies in the world of technology and communications (social media folk, developers, designers, writers, marketers….) NetSquared Camp Vancouver will focus on practical skill development and peer learning, so come with your questions and experiences.

When, Where, Tickets?

Date: Saturday, August 14
Time: 9:00 am – 4:00pm
Location: SFU Harbour Centre, 515 West Hastings Street
Cost: By donation – Get your tickets today, this event will sell out!
Hashtag: #n2camp

Do I have to be a techie/non-profit?

Nope! NetSquared Camp is gathering together the tribe who want to support Vancouver non-profits. That includes marketers, writers, graphic designers, video producers, strategists, fundraisers, and strategists. NetSquared focuses on how technology can be used to deliver these various skills, but there’s no requirement that participants be a techie. (Designers, writers, and marketers produce work that is equally valuable no matter the medium.)

What will I get out of this?

Net Tuesday meetups are over too quickly! I have to cut off fascinating conversations all the time. And what about those times when a presenter shows you something incredible, but you want to have the chance to try it out yourself with a bit of instruction? Sorry, there’s no time! That’s why NetSquared Camp will be an all-day unconference-style event with a focus on hands-on learning from Vancouver’s generous and ridiculously talented non-profit sector and its allies. Come join the community and get the chance to connect with peers who share your skills and values. Feel like you’re a lone voice in the wilderness at your organization? Then join us on August 14th!

How is NetSquared different from all the other events, unconferences, camps out there?

NetSquared Camp is unique from other technology and social media conferences because:
1. It is focused on serving the needs of nonprofits and social entrepreneurs.
2. It is focused on practical skill-building experiences led by peers in the sector.

What is Net Tuesday?

Net Tuesday (or NetSquared Local) are monthly events that take place in cities around the world. NetSquared events serve as a great opportunity to convene local communities to share ideas, learn from each other, and even collaborate on projects for real world impact. These gatherings provide a chance to connect for all those interested in the intersection of social technologies and social change in your local community. Members of local groups represent non-profit organizations and foundations, government agencies and service providers, designers and developers, innovators and social entrepreneurs.

So on Saturday August 14th, mark your calendars, spread the word, and join Kiwano Marketing and a host of talented experts for an incredible day of knowledge, learning, and (of course) networking!

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