[imc-oxford-features] Network Meeting

[Mr. Demeanour]

Eileen Cameron-Kirby wrote:
> Dear Folks
> Yes, it's a great idea (and Mr D. has the right idea of what would be 
> needed), but.....
> A few years back I went to the meeting in Sheffield, which was pretty 
> well organized. However, it was obviously a MAJOR undertaking for the 
> local IMC (after all, it's a sort of conference), and fortunately they 
> seemed to be a strong collective with  a lot of volunteers. Not sure we 
> can say the same.

My understanding is that *the network* will organise the 'conference' -
agenda, schedules and so on; what we would have to do would be to ensure
that the necessary space is booked, and that the appropriate facilities
are made available (crashes and food, I suppose). And presumably
organise a party - and we know how to do that!

The network would help us with resources; for example, we don't
currently have working WiFi, but I have been informed that a working
WiFi router can be provided.

The network also embodies plenty of experience on running one of these
events, which we don't possess ourselves. We would certainly need help,
and I believe 'the network' realises that.

We're also strapped for money; and there would be some necessary outlay,
if only for room rental. I can't currently suggest a solution to that
problem.

> I will offer what support I can if this goes ahead, but I'm very busy
> so it's unlikely to be a major contribution. Maybe we could continue
>  exploring this idea a bit further...?

Yes, that's what I intended to happen.

-- 
Jack.