Call for participation on the use of new media tools for advocacy and activism

Tactical Technology Collective is calling for a focus group discussion for rights advocates on the use of new media tools within Lagos Nigeria. Tactical technology Collective is not-for-profit organisation, which develops support materials for rights advocates and is looking to get critical input into the development of some new materials. If you have some experience using new media for advocacy and you work for a not-for-profit rights organisation or you are a rights campaigner, blogger or independent media producer we would like you to participate in this discussion.


A small per-diem to cover transportation cost within Lagos and be provided with snacks. You will be also be given a number of technology support materials to take away.


DATE: 14th August 2010
TIME: 2pm to 3.30pm (first group), 4pm to 5.30pm (second group)
LOCATION: 1 Kasumu Crescent, Agege, Lagos


If you would like to participate please email in the following information to teeajao@yahoo.com:
1. Name:
2. Organisation/s you work for (with web address/es if possible):
3. Your experience in making media like video, audio and print content:
4. Your experience in creating mobile phone applications or running mobile campaigns:
5. Phone number:

Deadline for application: July 30th, 2010


For more application submission and more information contact:
Name: Toyin Ajao
Email: teeajao@yahoo.com