This is a webinar (web based seminar) for cycling advocates on how to how to talk effectively to political representatives (MPs and city councillors). The format will be brief presentations from a panel of experienced political representatives, then open discussion.
The panel is:
- Trevor Mallard, Labour MP for Hutt South
- Pippa Coom, Deputy Chair, Waitematā Local Board
- David Lee, Wellington City Councillor
We will discuss:
- how to approach politicians and ask for a meeting
- how to prepare for a meeting
- what does a successful meeting look like
- following up afterwards
The Webinar can be accessed from most Internet connected devices. You'll be able to hear other speakers, talk to them (though not all at once!), see any PowerPoint presentations we use, and post text messages. You'll need speakers or headphones, and a microphone if you want to talk. A headset microphone is ideal. You'll need Adobe Flash which that is pretty standard, but it could be worth checking you've got an up to date version. If you are using a tablet or smartphone you may need to download an app. It will be good idea to check your system a day or so beforehand to see if you need to update any software etc.
To ensure a free exchange of views, the webinar will NOT be recorded.
Links:
- To register (which means you get notifications etc, and helps us with planning)
- To access the meeting on the day without registering
- Short user guide
- System Test - Do the microphone test (can you see the wavy line moving when you speak?) and speaker test (can you hear the audio?).
Some additional hints:
- To access audio controls on a Windows computer, go to control panel> hardware and sound> manage audio devices
- Skype should not be active, since it can interfere with the webinar
Groups audience:
- Private group -
Comments
Notes from the Webinar