IT in the Community
The conference is now FREE to attend. A limited number of free place are available for delegates.
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The Importance of the Use of Digital Technology and Innovation to Promote Social Inclusion
25th and 26th November 2008
Sunderland, The Stadium of Light
This National Conference will demonstrate the use of digital technology and innovation to promote social inclusion. The conference will also show the importance of the integration of technology, community engagement, empowerment and capacity building programmes.
The National IT in the Community Conference is delighted to announce that the Deputy Minister for Digital Inclusion, Wayne David will present a keynote speech at the Conference on 25th November.
Be one of the first to hear the Minister talk about the Digital Inclusion Action Plan, and the Governments vision for the future.
Who would benefit from attending:
- Central Government Departments
- Local Authorities, particularly Senior Policy Makers and those concerned with community development
- Voluntary & Community Sector Organisations - particularly those interested in working in partnership with local government
- Access and Inclusion related Charities
- Welfare Groups
- Regional & National Digital Inclusion Partnerships
- Engagement Officers / Community Development Officers / Customer Services
- Libraries & Information Services
- Local Strategic Partnerships
- Registered Social Landlords
- Job Centre Plus
- Citizens Advice
- Adult & Community Learning Providers
- UK Online Centres
- Technology Companies
- Regeneration
- IT Consultants & Suppliers
Discussion, debate and networking are an important and integral part of the conference programme. There will be a number of oral presentations and workshops. For further programme information please click here.
Delegates will be shown examples of innovative community development approaches, and hear evidence of how putting local people and the community and voluntary sector at the heart of the decision-making process is a key factor in building cohesive and empowered communities.
Delegates will have the opportunity to view social and digital inclusion programmes from the public, private and third sector perspectives. They will hear of the radical interventions for Digital Equality currently championed by DC10plus – the Digital Inclusion Network. It also provides delegates with opportunities to engage, debate and network with like minded practitioners, and subject leaders in the form of workshops.
