What is an unconference?
TransportCamp is an unconference, in the spirit of -- though slightly different than -- the Barcamp format. Barcamp is an international network of user generated conferences — open, participatory workshop-events, whose content is provided by participants.
An unconference is much more user driven and participatory than a typical conference. Powerpoint is not allowed, and sessions focus on dialogue rather than speeches or one-directional presentations.
Most session topics are decided by the conference participants at the beginning of the day. Participants are enocouraged to 'vote with their feet' and leave a session if it is not of interest to them.
What is TransportCamp?
TransportCamp is an unconference, which explores the following theme:
How can transportation be a catalyst for building more vibrant communities in the Lower Mainland?
The unconference is a departure from conventional conference formats. The event will have a small number of pre-arranged sessions (4 - based on participant input), even fewer formal presentations (one opening and one closing), and absolutely no PowerPoint.
The event will be a forum for ideation and solutions, not debate. We're here to listen to each other, generate knowledge, and organize for action. All ideas are welcome.
At the beginning of the conference, everyone present will have an equal opportunity to shape the sub-topics that will be discussed that day. The goal is to share ideas in an open, safe and respectful environment. No one is responsible to answer specific questions, no one gets any homework, and the day ends at 4pm.
Participants will pay only a nominal admission fee ($25) to help cover the costs. A light breakfast and lunch are included with this admission fee. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis and, due to space limitations, participation is limited to 150 people.
Lastly, the conference organizers explicitly take no responsibility for the outcomes of this conference. Our goal is to create an open forum for the exchange of ideas, networking, and social mobilization.
Event Organizers
The Cooperative Auto Network is organizing the event.
The Co-operative Auto Network (The Car Co-op) is a local, not-for-profit co-operative incorporated to foster car sharing and raise awareness about the benefits of sharing cars over private ownership.
The Car Co-op is an environmentally responsible and economically sound choice, meeting the mobility needs of thousands of people in B.C. and beyond. Through car sharing we aim to improve air quality, reduce stresses on green space and eliminate many non-point sources of pollution.
Event Sponsors
We are incredibly grateful for the generous sponsorship from the following organizations:
The Cooperative Auto Network
Vancity Credit Union
The Cooperators Insurance
Junxion Strategy
BCAA
Grant Thornton
When and Where?
Friday, October 30, 2009 from 8:30 PM - 4:00 PM (PT)
2nd Floor - BCIT Downtown Campus
555 Seymour Street Vancouver, British Columbia , Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3H6
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Who can help with organizing?
Topic session ideas!
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