Overview

Title: "Bringing Together Volunteers and Technology for Community Development" When: Friday, May 20, 2005 Where: William and Ida Friday Center 100 Friday Center Dr. Chapel Hill, NC 27599

Conference Materials

Powerpoint presentations, handouts, speakers' bios, participants list, 2005 Community Technology Award winners, blogs and comments, and conference photos are available in the conference schedule.

What is the RTPnet Conference?

The RTPnet Conference is North Carolina's only annual statewide conference that focuses specifically on nonprofit technology. The conference mission is to help nonprofits use technology more effectively.

More than 100 people are expected to attend this year's conference, which offers a full day of breakout sessions along three tracks: Technology Volunteer, Technology Infrastructure and Technology Innovation.

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What is RTPnet?

RTPnet is a volunteer-driven, 501 (c)(3) nonprofit corporation dedicated to helping North Carolina nonprofit organizations leverage Internet tools to promote and support their missions. RTPnet has hosted the conference for five straight years around the theme of "Bridging North Carolina's Human/Digital Divide."

RTPnet offers annual fee-based memberships to North Carolina nonprofits and community technology centers in the Southeast. Member benefits include Internet services and discounts to RTPnet-sponsored events.

Who should attend?

• Nonprofit professionals
• Technology providers
• Government officials
• School administrators and teachers
• Anyone interested in technology issues affecting the nonprofit sector

Why should I attend the conference?

At the RTPnet Conference you can:

• Learn new strategies in nonprofit technology
• Share experiences and information
• Make connections
• Earn 5 credit hours toward the Duke University Certificate in Nonprofit Management

  Here's what past participants are saying about the RTPnet Conference:

"I was impressed with the diversity of topics presented throughout the day and the experience and knowledge of the presenters. I left with a good impression that community technology is strong and active in North Carolina." —Kavita Singh, Executive Director of the Community Technology Centers' Network (CTCnet)

"The RTPnet Conference has put me face to face with technology movers and shakers throughout the state. Connecting with new folks and seeing familiar faces inspires and reinvigorates me in my work." —Shelly Bowers-Roghelia, Managing Director of NetCorps

"RTPnet has become the group at the center of nonprofit technology, not just in the Triangle, but across North Carolina. I highly recommend this conference." —Jeff Cobb, Co-founder and CEO of Isoph

Are there scholarships available?

A limited number of scholarships will be available for AmeriCorps members and students. You must request a scholarship when registering to be considered.