Andy - good points! Just to say that all of our paper is 100% recycled - except for colour paper, which has to be 100% FSC certified. This in line with the finance policy, which states
"We shall endeavour to source local, environmentally friendly and sustainable suppliers where this is possible and does not conflict with another priority"
Completely agree though that we should try and keep paper copies to a minimum.
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On 2 July 2012 12:10, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk wrote:
On 2 July 2012 11:08, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk wrote:
I've recently drafted a communications strategy for WMUK based on preliminary discussions on the UK wiki here.
I'd be really grateful for your thoughts and input on the strategy.
Good stuff. A few opinions:
- I'd like to see reference to environmental impact of print; and a
requirement to balance outreach against this; with emphasis on the use of electronic communications wherever possible.
- There should be a clear process for requesting, agreeing and
publishing press releases and other "broadcast" communications (leaflets, posters etc, as opposed to wiki pages or mailing list posts) *in a timely manner*. This should not involve board sign-off; their job is policy, not micro-management.
- The strategy should refer to post holders' titles, not individuals'
names (just in case Stevie wins the lottery and decamps to the Bahamas!)
- Video/ audio content should be available in accessible format to
deaf or blind people. Videos should be subtitled, and audio transcribed, wherever possible.
- Similarly, all print material should include an offer to provide
large-print or audio copies, etc (or a URL for such).
- Photography (and event video) - due consideration should be given to
individuals who do not wish to be shown (or "outed"); especially minors
ATB,
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