Introduction to Crisis Communications Management
November 24, 2009, 9am - 12noon. Cadboro Commons Conference Centre, UVic
Facilitator: Kim Van Bruggen, Acumen Communications Group
Crises: sooner or later, everyone has them. Learn how to plan for a communications crisis in your organization and how to effectively manage your way through one from a seasoned communications specialist. Come away with strategies to help you manage before, during and after a crisis. Flyer

Introduction to Twitter (Brown Bag Workshop) *FULL, taking a waitlist for repeat workshops**
December 3, 2009, 12 noon - 1pm. UVic Downtown Learning Centre Room, 707 Johnson St.
Cost: $10 for Volunteer Victoria member; $15 for non-members
Description: In these times, more than ever before, non-profit organizations are struggling to fulfill their missions with dwindling resources, increasing demand, too little time and very tight budgets. Social Media tools, such as Twitter, offer a low-cost opportunity to raise awareness and funds, connect with community networks, recruit volunteers, collaborate, and empower others by sharing your story. Is your organization considering joining Twitter? Want to find out what this new social media tool is all about? This beginner-level workshop will provide an overview of how nonprofits can use Twitter. By the end of this workshop participants will:
- Understand the Twitter basics
- Have some examples of different ways non-profit organizations are using Twitter
- Have some ideas about how Twitter might be applied to their own organizations or campaigns

Facilitator Margaret Hoegg (M.A.) is a writer and communicator who is passionate about community building through social media tools. In addition to supporting nonprofits who are new to Twitter, Margaret is a dedicated volunteer, literary junkie and supporter of all things local.

To register, email volvic@volunteervictoria.bc.ca with your full contact information, and follow up with cash or cheque to Volunteer Victoria.

Executive Directors' Network Breakfast
January 7, 2010, 8 - 9:30 am. University Club, University of Victoria. Cost $20
Presenter Carol-Ann Moutinho: Social Media 101 for Non Profits
This presentation will explore the benefits of social media tools, how these tools are being used by different demographics and what the implacations are for non-profits. Open to all Executive Directors of non profit organizations. Come and network with colleagues, enjoy a light breakfast and learn. A joint initiative of Volunteer Victoria and The Centre for Non Profit Management. Registration to follow.
The Executive Directors' Network is supported by funding from the Victoria Foundation.

Unraveling the Mystery of VolWeb
Have you ever asked “How do I post a volunteer position?” or “What can I do to attract more volunteers with my posting?” or “I can’t remember my user name and password!” If using VolWeb is a challenge, this is for you! We are offering our agencies one-on-one support with VolWeb, every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, from 9am-12pm. We’re here to help with your questions about VolWeb and support you in creating eye-catching volunteer position descriptions. Call 250.386.2269 or email us at volvic@volunteervictoria.bc.ca to book your appointment.

For more information...Contact Beth Cougler Blom, Training and Outreach Coordinator, by email or phone at (250) 386-2269, for more information about workshops offered through Volunteer Victoria. If you would like to join our E-link email list to be notified of Volunteer Victoria news and events, such as training workshops, please let us know.