Register for SocialTechCampToronto an event on local and international Social Technology projects

| October 18, 2010

There are a number of Social Technology projects underway in the

Greater Toronto Area as well as a number of individuals who are

working on international Social Technology projects. All of these

projects have an Open Source component. In conjunction with Open

Source Week Toronto, we will hold an event which will enable dialogue

and collaboration between projects and individuals.

For the unconference, we welcome any proposals on the following topics and related topics:

1) Providing computers to nonprofits

2) Setting up computer centres in low income apartment complexes

3) Providing Linux Ubuntu desktops and training to individuals

4) Public access hot spots in public spaces such as parks

5) Free wireless networks

6) International projects such as the World Computer Exchange, and One

Laptop Per Child.

7) Design for people with disabilities

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