Event Updates

September 3-6 I’ll be joining the Web of Change team to co-host an event called Open Everything at Hollyhock that seeks to explore what this second stage of open will look like and how it can be made more successful, not just in the world of Linux and Microsoft, but across all areas — software, hardware, philanthropy, public policy, business, etc..

In short, what does being “open” mean? What will it mean? And what could it mean?

While it's never fun to have to turn interested people away, we're delighted to announce that the Social Tech Training is sold out.

With just over a week to go, we're very excited to be bringing together such a talented and diverse group of people for three days of intensive learning.

If you were hoping to attend, and missed your chance to register, please send an email to [email protected]. We'll put you on the waiting list, and make sure to keep you appraised of future events!

We're really excited to let you know about the Open Everything Retreat, coming this fall to Hollyhock. Former WOC convener Mark Surman is at the helm, supported by Jason Mogus, David Eaves, and Mike Lewkowitz.

From the Open Everything website:

We’ve been hard at work the past few weeks, putting together a strong and comprehensive agenda for the Social Tech Training. Working with a team of experienced social tech leaders, our biggest challenge has been to choose what to focus on! Many of the topics we’ve selected could be entire workshops in and of themselves.

We are very excited to announce an exciting new venture for the Web of Change tea. Together with MaRS in Toronto, we are co-producing a three-day Social Tech Training for the social change sector – June 22-24, 2008.

Our draft agenda is now available. We've identified five key themes, and are in the process of deciding on the best sessions and the best leaders to bring those themes to life.

Some of you may remember our sweet badges from last year – giving anyone the opportunity to proclaim their WOC pride to the whole internet. Well we've updated them for 2007, and you're in the right place if you'd like one.