Hello everyone,
I'm writing to let you know of about some media training Wikimedia UK has arranged for volunteers. The training is specifically designed for people with little or no experience of dealing with the media and it's aimed at volunteers who are likely to have some dealings with the media as a result of their volunteering with Wikimedia UK.
You can find the details at http://uk.wikimedia.org/wiki/Media_training_for_volunteers_-_register_of_int... Places are strictly limited so if you'd like to take part, please either drop me a line or comment on the talk page. The date has not yet been set (although it will be on a Saturday), but will be arranged to suit the needs of those taking part. I'm happy to answer questions either on the page or by email.
Many thanks,
Stevie
Hello again,
I just wanted to remind you of the availability of media training for our volunteers who may come into contact with members of the press. Please do take a look and, if you;re interested, please do let me know.
Thank you,
Stevie
On 18 October 2012 11:38, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.ukwrote:
Hello everyone,
I'm writing to let you know of about some media training Wikimedia UK has arranged for volunteers. The training is specifically designed for people with little or no experience of dealing with the media and it's aimed at volunteers who are likely to have some dealings with the media as a result of their volunteering with Wikimedia UK.
You can find the details at http://uk.wikimedia.org/wiki/Media_training_for_volunteers_-_register_of_int... Places are strictly limited so if you'd like to take part, please either drop me a line or comment on the talk page. The date has not yet been set (although it will be on a Saturday), but will be arranged to suit the needs of those taking part. I'm happy to answer questions either on the page or by email.
Many thanks,
Stevie
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK+44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is the operating name of Wiki UK Limited, a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects). Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.
On 31 October 2012 16:40, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk wrote:
I just wanted to remind you of the availability of media training for our volunteers who may come into contact with members of the press. Please do take a look and, if you;re interested, please do let me know.
The course outlined looks like a very good one.
I'm already comfortable with speaking to the media; I've had similar training in my past professional life, and a fair amount of experience (for Wikimedia and elsewhere), so I wouldn't want to take up a p\ace that would surely be of more benefit to others,
Please can you confirm that not attending won't prejudice a community member from being put forward to speak to the media (c/f accreditation for trainers)?
Hi Andy,
Thank you for your email.
I'm glad you like the look of the course. I designed it with the training provider to meet the needs of volunteers who may speak with the media from time to time because of their programming work.
I'm not sure what you mean regarding accreditation for trainers I'm afraid - could you clarify please?
Not attending won't prevent a volunteer from speaking with the media. It's about empowerment, not restriction. Attending will enhance the skills and confidence of volunteers in dealing with the media, and make them more effective in their use of the media and promotion of their work. Of course, the office is here to support volunteers in that as well!
I do hope this helps but am happy to answer any other questions people may have. Do please remember that places are limited.
Thanks and regards,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 16:50, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk wrote:
On 31 October 2012 16:40, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk wrote:
I just wanted to remind you of the availability of media training for our volunteers who may come into contact with members of the press. Please do take a look and, if you;re interested, please do let me know.
The course outlined looks like a very good one.
I'm already comfortable with speaking to the media; I've had similar training in my past professional life, and a fair amount of experience (for Wikimedia and elsewhere), so I wouldn't want to take up a p\ace that would surely be of more benefit to others,
Please can you confirm that not attending won't prejudice a community member from being put forward to speak to the media (c/f accreditation for trainers)?
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
AIUI, only "accredited" trainers will be eligible to undertake certain Wikimedia-UK training projects
I wanted to be clear (as I suspect is sensibly the case) that no similar restriction for "accredited spokespeople" would operate.
Cheers,
A.
On 31 October 2012 16:57, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk wrote:
Hi Andy,
Thank you for your email.
I'm glad you like the look of the course. I designed it with the training provider to meet the needs of volunteers who may speak with the media from time to time because of their programming work.
I'm not sure what you mean regarding accreditation for trainers I'm afraid - could you clarify please?
Not attending won't prevent a volunteer from speaking with the media. It's about empowerment, not restriction. Attending will enhance the skills and confidence of volunteers in dealing with the media, and make them more effective in their use of the media and promotion of their work. Of course, the office is here to support volunteers in that as well!
I do hope this helps but am happy to answer any other questions people may have. Do please remember that places are limited.
Thanks and regards,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 16:50, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk wrote:
On 31 October 2012 16:40, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk wrote:
I just wanted to remind you of the availability of media training for our volunteers who may come into contact with members of the press. Please do take a look and, if you;re interested, please do let me know.
The course outlined looks like a very good one.
I'm already comfortable with speaking to the media; I've had similar training in my past professional life, and a fair amount of experience (for Wikimedia and elsewhere), so I wouldn't want to take up a p\ace that would surely be of more benefit to others,
Please can you confirm that not attending won't prejudice a community member from being put forward to speak to the media (c/f accreditation for trainers)?
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK +44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects).
Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
Thank you for the clarification.
There are no plans to introduce a group known as "accredited spokespeople" or anything like that.
As I say, not attending won't mean we'll ask you not to speak with the media - I'm not looking to restrict anyone's voluntary activities, but support them. That said, I do think it is useful for anyone who speaks with the media who isn't trained to seriously consider taking advantage of this opportunity if they can. From my point of view, it's obviously better and more effective for those dealing with the media to be trained - but it isn't a requirement.
Thanks,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 17:11, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk wrote:
AIUI, only "accredited" trainers will be eligible to undertake certain Wikimedia-UK training projects
I wanted to be clear (as I suspect is sensibly the case) that no similar restriction for "accredited spokespeople" would operate.
Cheers,
A.
On 31 October 2012 16:57, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk wrote:
Hi Andy,
Thank you for your email.
I'm glad you like the look of the course. I designed it with the training provider to meet the needs of volunteers who may speak with the media
from
time to time because of their programming work.
I'm not sure what you mean regarding accreditation for trainers I'm
afraid -
could you clarify please?
Not attending won't prevent a volunteer from speaking with the media.
It's
about empowerment, not restriction. Attending will enhance the skills and confidence of volunteers in dealing with the media, and make them more effective in their use of the media and promotion of their work. Of
course,
the office is here to support volunteers in that as well!
I do hope this helps but am happy to answer any other questions people
may
have. Do please remember that places are limited.
Thanks and regards,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 16:50, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk
wrote:
On 31 October 2012 16:40, Stevie Benton <stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk
wrote:
I just wanted to remind you of the availability of media training for our volunteers who may come into contact with members of the press. Please do take a look and, if you;re interested, please do let me know.
The course outlined looks like a very good one.
I'm already comfortable with speaking to the media; I've had similar training in my past professional life, and a fair amount of experience (for Wikimedia and elsewhere), so I wouldn't want to take up a p\ace that would surely be of more benefit to others,
Please can you confirm that not attending won't prejudice a community member from being put forward to speak to the media (c/f accreditation for trainers)?
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK +44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A
4LT.
United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects).
Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control
over
Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
Hello everyone,
I have one space remaining for this. If you'd like to take part please do let me know soon.
Thank you,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 17:17, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.ukwrote:
Thank you for the clarification.
There are no plans to introduce a group known as "accredited spokespeople" or anything like that.
As I say, not attending won't mean we'll ask you not to speak with the media - I'm not looking to restrict anyone's voluntary activities, but support them. That said, I do think it is useful for anyone who speaks with the media who isn't trained to seriously consider taking advantage of this opportunity if they can. From my point of view, it's obviously better and more effective for those dealing with the media to be trained - but it isn't a requirement.
Thanks,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 17:11, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk wrote:
AIUI, only "accredited" trainers will be eligible to undertake certain Wikimedia-UK training projects
I wanted to be clear (as I suspect is sensibly the case) that no similar restriction for "accredited spokespeople" would operate.
Cheers,
A.
On 31 October 2012 16:57, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk wrote:
Hi Andy,
Thank you for your email.
I'm glad you like the look of the course. I designed it with the
training
provider to meet the needs of volunteers who may speak with the media
from
time to time because of their programming work.
I'm not sure what you mean regarding accreditation for trainers I'm
afraid -
could you clarify please?
Not attending won't prevent a volunteer from speaking with the media.
It's
about empowerment, not restriction. Attending will enhance the skills
and
confidence of volunteers in dealing with the media, and make them more effective in their use of the media and promotion of their work. Of
course,
the office is here to support volunteers in that as well!
I do hope this helps but am happy to answer any other questions people
may
have. Do please remember that places are limited.
Thanks and regards,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 16:50, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk
wrote:
On 31 October 2012 16:40, Stevie Benton <
stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk>
wrote:
I just wanted to remind you of the availability of media training for our volunteers who may come into contact with members of the press.
Please
do take a look and, if you;re interested, please do let me know.
The course outlined looks like a very good one.
I'm already comfortable with speaking to the media; I've had similar training in my past professional life, and a fair amount of experience (for Wikimedia and elsewhere), so I wouldn't want to take up a p\ace that would surely be of more benefit to others,
Please can you confirm that not attending won't prejudice a community member from being put forward to speak to the media (c/f accreditation for trainers)?
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK +44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A
4LT.
United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation
(who
operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects).
Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control
over
Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK+44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects).
*Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.*
Sgn me up Stevie!
On 13 November 2012 09:53, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.ukwrote:
Hello everyone,
I have one space remaining for this. If you'd like to take part please do let me know soon.
Thank you,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 17:17, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.ukwrote:
Thank you for the clarification.
There are no plans to introduce a group known as "accredited spokespeople" or anything like that.
As I say, not attending won't mean we'll ask you not to speak with the media - I'm not looking to restrict anyone's voluntary activities, but support them. That said, I do think it is useful for anyone who speaks with the media who isn't trained to seriously consider taking advantage of this opportunity if they can. From my point of view, it's obviously better and more effective for those dealing with the media to be trained - but it isn't a requirement.
Thanks,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 17:11, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk wrote:
AIUI, only "accredited" trainers will be eligible to undertake certain Wikimedia-UK training projects
I wanted to be clear (as I suspect is sensibly the case) that no similar restriction for "accredited spokespeople" would operate.
Cheers,
A.
On 31 October 2012 16:57, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk wrote:
Hi Andy,
Thank you for your email.
I'm glad you like the look of the course. I designed it with the
training
provider to meet the needs of volunteers who may speak with the media
from
time to time because of their programming work.
I'm not sure what you mean regarding accreditation for trainers I'm
afraid -
could you clarify please?
Not attending won't prevent a volunteer from speaking with the media.
It's
about empowerment, not restriction. Attending will enhance the skills
and
confidence of volunteers in dealing with the media, and make them more effective in their use of the media and promotion of their work. Of
course,
the office is here to support volunteers in that as well!
I do hope this helps but am happy to answer any other questions people
may
have. Do please remember that places are limited.
Thanks and regards,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 16:50, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk
wrote:
On 31 October 2012 16:40, Stevie Benton <
stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk>
wrote:
I just wanted to remind you of the availability of media training
for
our volunteers who may come into contact with members of the press.
Please
do take a look and, if you;re interested, please do let me know.
The course outlined looks like a very good one.
I'm already comfortable with speaking to the media; I've had similar training in my past professional life, and a fair amount of experience (for Wikimedia and elsewhere), so I wouldn't want to take up a p\ace that would surely be of more benefit to others,
Please can you confirm that not attending won't prejudice a community member from being put forward to speak to the media (c/f accreditation for trainers)?
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK +44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England
and
Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513.
Registered
Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A
4LT.
United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation
(who
operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects).
Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal
control over
Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK+44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects).
*Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.*
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK+44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects).
*Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.*
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
Roger, I'm afraid Mr John Cummings bagged the last spot while he was in the office yesterday. I will add you the list as first reserve so if someone can't attend for whatever reason, the spot is yours.
Thanks,
Stevie
On 13 November 2012 17:33, Roger Bamkin victuallers@gmail.com wrote:
Sgn me up Stevie!
On 13 November 2012 09:53, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.ukwrote:
Hello everyone,
I have one space remaining for this. If you'd like to take part please do let me know soon.
Thank you,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 17:17, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.ukwrote:
Thank you for the clarification.
There are no plans to introduce a group known as "accredited spokespeople" or anything like that.
As I say, not attending won't mean we'll ask you not to speak with the media - I'm not looking to restrict anyone's voluntary activities, but support them. That said, I do think it is useful for anyone who speaks with the media who isn't trained to seriously consider taking advantage of this opportunity if they can. From my point of view, it's obviously better and more effective for those dealing with the media to be trained - but it isn't a requirement.
Thanks,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 17:11, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.ukwrote:
AIUI, only "accredited" trainers will be eligible to undertake certain Wikimedia-UK training projects
I wanted to be clear (as I suspect is sensibly the case) that no similar restriction for "accredited spokespeople" would operate.
Cheers,
A.
On 31 October 2012 16:57, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk wrote:
Hi Andy,
Thank you for your email.
I'm glad you like the look of the course. I designed it with the
training
provider to meet the needs of volunteers who may speak with the media
from
time to time because of their programming work.
I'm not sure what you mean regarding accreditation for trainers I'm
afraid -
could you clarify please?
Not attending won't prevent a volunteer from speaking with the media.
It's
about empowerment, not restriction. Attending will enhance the skills
and
confidence of volunteers in dealing with the media, and make them more effective in their use of the media and promotion of their work. Of
course,
the office is here to support volunteers in that as well!
I do hope this helps but am happy to answer any other questions
people may
have. Do please remember that places are limited.
Thanks and regards,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 16:50, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk
wrote:
On 31 October 2012 16:40, Stevie Benton <
stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk>
wrote:
> I just wanted to remind you of the availability of media training
for
> our > volunteers who may come into contact with members of the press.
Please
> do > take a look and, if you;re interested, please do let me know.
The course outlined looks like a very good one.
I'm already comfortable with speaking to the media; I've had similar training in my past professional life, and a fair amount of
experience
(for Wikimedia and elsewhere), so I wouldn't want to take up a p\ace that would surely be of more benefit to others,
Please can you confirm that not attending won't prejudice a community member from being put forward to speak to the media (c/f
accreditation
for trainers)?
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK +44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England
and
Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513.
Registered
Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London
EC2A 4LT.
United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation
(who
operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects).
Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal
control over
Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
-- Andy Mabbett @pigsonthewing http://pigsonthewing.org.uk
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK+44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects).
*Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.*
--
Stevie Benton Communications Organiser Wikimedia UK+44 (0) 20 7065 0993 / +44 (0) 7803 505 173 @StevieBenton
Wikimedia UK is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales, Registered No. 6741827. Registered Charity No.1144513. Registered Office 4th Floor, Development House, 56-64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT. United Kingdom. Wikimedia UK is the UK chapter of a global Wikimedia movement. The Wikimedia projects are run by the Wikimedia Foundation (who operate Wikipedia, amongst other projects).
*Wikimedia UK is an independent non-profit charity with no legal control over Wikipedia nor responsibility for its contents.*
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
-- Roger Bamkin Victuallers Ltd 01332 702993 0758 2020815 Google+:Victuallers Skype:Victuallers1 Flickr:Victuallers2
Wikimedia UK mailing list wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
Don't worry Steve, I understand John is quite a nice chap. I ddn't want to see a good place go vacant. Cheers
On 14 November 2012 11:04, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.ukwrote:
Roger, I'm afraid Mr John Cummings bagged the last spot while he was in the office yesterday. I will add you the list as first reserve so if someone can't attend for whatever reason, the spot is yours.
Thanks,
Stevie
On 13 November 2012 17:33, Roger Bamkin victuallers@gmail.com wrote:
Sgn me up Stevie!
On 13 November 2012 09:53, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.ukwrote:
Hello everyone,
I have one space remaining for this. If you'd like to take part please do let me know soon.
Thank you,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 17:17, Stevie Benton stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.ukwrote:
Thank you for the clarification.
There are no plans to introduce a group known as "accredited spokespeople" or anything like that.
As I say, not attending won't mean we'll ask you not to speak with the media - I'm not looking to restrict anyone's voluntary activities, but support them. That said, I do think it is useful for anyone who speaks with the media who isn't trained to seriously consider taking advantage of this opportunity if they can. From my point of view, it's obviously better and more effective for those dealing with the media to be trained - but it isn't a requirement.
Thanks,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 17:11, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.ukwrote:
AIUI, only "accredited" trainers will be eligible to undertake certain Wikimedia-UK training projects
I wanted to be clear (as I suspect is sensibly the case) that no similar restriction for "accredited spokespeople" would operate.
Cheers,
A.
On 31 October 2012 16:57, Stevie Benton < stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk> wrote:
Hi Andy,
Thank you for your email.
I'm glad you like the look of the course. I designed it with the
training
provider to meet the needs of volunteers who may speak with the
media from
time to time because of their programming work.
I'm not sure what you mean regarding accreditation for trainers I'm
afraid -
could you clarify please?
Not attending won't prevent a volunteer from speaking with the
media. It's
about empowerment, not restriction. Attending will enhance the
skills and
confidence of volunteers in dealing with the media, and make them
more
effective in their use of the media and promotion of their work. Of
course,
the office is here to support volunteers in that as well!
I do hope this helps but am happy to answer any other questions
people may
have. Do please remember that places are limited.
Thanks and regards,
Stevie
On 31 October 2012 16:50, Andy Mabbett andy@pigsonthewing.org.uk
wrote:
> > On 31 October 2012 16:40, Stevie Benton <
stevie.benton@wikimedia.org.uk>
> wrote: > > > I just wanted to remind you of the availability of media training
for
> > our > > volunteers who may come into contact with members of the press.
Please
> > do > > take a look and, if you;re interested, please do let me know. > > The course outlined looks like a very good one. > > I'm already comfortable with speaking to the media; I've had similar > training in my past professional life, and a fair amount of
experience
> (for Wikimedia and elsewhere), so I wouldn't want to take up a p\ace > that would surely be of more benefit to others, > > Please can you confirm that not attending won't prejudice a
community
> member from being put forward to speak to the media (c/f
accreditation
> for trainers)? > > -- > Andy Mabbett > @pigsonthewing > http://pigsonthewing.org.uk > > _______________________________________________ > Wikimedia UK mailing list > wikimediauk-l@wikimedia.org > http://mail.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimediauk-l > WMUK: http://uk.wikimedia.org
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