Hi folks,
Just wanted to let you know that two of the MappingTogether.org folks are going be in town next Tuesday for two presentations, in conjunction with TACS and NTEN. MappingTogether is a new org - but old faces, spun off from CTC. You've likely used MT's tools - if you've ever used the Gmaps or Location modules. (BDragon is with MT these days...).
Here are the details:
Start 2010 off with PDXTech4Good, a good map, and a cold beer!
NPOs and NGOs are using modern mapping technologies for a variety of
purposes and projects from tracking endangered species to visualizing
inter-agency response to an earthquake in Indonesia. PDXTech4Good will
feature a "showcase" of nonprofit and community projects that use online
mapping and GIS (geographic information systems). We'll hear how
organizations are using maps and GIS to gather information from their
community, improve service and program delivery and effectiveness, and
tell stories about themselves and their community members.
PDXTech4Good Meeting: 5:30 - 7:30p
http://netsquared.meetup.com/13/calendar/12112785/
And prior to the meeting, we'll have a special workshop with mapping
experts Jim Craner from MapTogether and Matt Blair from Humaninet.
We'll take a deeper dive into mapping strategy and how you can integrate
mapping and help use GIS technology to further your mission and cause.
This will be divided into 2 groups: Beginner and Intermediate. More
details to come but please RSVP or email [masked] if you're interested
in getting those details.
NPO/NGO Online Mapping Workshop: 3:00 - 5:00p
http://www.pdxtech4good.org/events?controller=simplecalendar&view=detail...