Working groups take on specific responsibilities of keeping the Network organised. Each will have a ‘lead role’ whose responsibility it is to keep the working group functioning, and sharing updates at the network meeting.

Members can join working groups by joining the associated Slack channel.

Working Groups

• #Fundraising
  • Finds suitable fundraising opportunities
  • Builds sponsorship relationships
• #Communications
  • Manages social media
  • Supports with internal communications (eg newsletters, Slack, etc)
  • Supports with amplification of Network activities
  • Supports with upkeep of organisational tools (inc documentation)
  • Manages website
• On-boarding & Outreach (#outreach-onboarding)
  • Building an active on-boarding guide
  • Supporting new members in joining the Network
  • Reaching out to potential members
  • Building relationships with similar organisations (and inviting them to share in our meetups)
  • Sub-group: emerging networks
• #Culture / Network Building
  • Reflects on the internal culture of the Network (eg mood, ensuring everyone is heard, etc)
  • Supports with peer exchange - connecting members together for learning and in-person connections
  • Matchmaking - identifying people to work with each other
  • Ensures that the Network is fun and interesting.
• #Finance
  • Pays expenses and collectively agreed budget
  • Keeps a record of budget spending (and highlights where funding is not being spent)
  • Supports internal proposals for funding, and makes decisions if network is torn.