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NetSquared seeks event hosts to share the power of #Tech4Good

NetSquared is a volunteer-led program of TechSoup that builds the technology capacity of nonprofits through networking and training events. Organizers plan monthly meetups, but you don’t need to be a tech expert. As a volunteer organizer, your role is to be the host, manage the venue and recruit guest speakers who will present case studies and share best practices.

As a NetSquared organizer, you will become known as someone who is a leader in the tech for good community. As an event host, you build your reputation, develop new tech skills, and give back. This is a volunteer position without remuneration.

Core Characteristics of a NetSquared Group

Our Workshops:

• Happen once per quarter
• Are live, in-person events
• Build the digital marketing and technology skills of nonprofits, charities and libraries
• Are free or by small commitment fee

Time Commitment

It depends, but a good estimate is one hour per week

Benefits Of Being a NetSquared Organizer

NetSquared organizers discover that hosting events are among the most satisfying work they’ve ever done because they can:

• Build a reputation as an expert and network with their local nonprofit tech community.
• Be independent — they don’t need to ask anyone’s permission to get things done.
• Better structure their volunteer time.

How We Will Support You

We’re here to help you create amazing events and offer the following support to Southern Africa NetSquared Organizers:

• Peer support, sharing best practices, and event ideas from 250 organizers who have gone before you.
• Cheerleading and encouragement from the NetSquared community manager.
• Event templates and assistance with event materials, presentations and guest speakers.
• Promotion of your events across the TechSoup and Phambano Technology Development Centre NPC networks, including our blogs, newsletters, and calendars.

South African Cities Needing Organizers

• Durban – (existing community – #Net2DBN – needing a new organizer)
• Port Elizabeth
• East London
• Bloemfontein
• Kimberly
• Upington

Existing South African Chapters

• Gauteng – #Net2Gauteng
• Mahikeng – #Net2Mahikeng
• Garden Route – #Net2Garden
• Cape Town – #Net2CPT 
• Polokwane – #Net2Polokwane

READY TO JOIN AN AMAZING NETWORK AND #TECH4GOOD COMMUNITY?