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2010-06-24T21:12:24Z

Jenna: /* PMC Info Desk Info (What to Know, How to Explain It) */

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; Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center

;* [http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-june20.wb Notes from Tech House meeting June 20, 1010]
;* Last Call - Tuesday, June 15, 2010 - 9pm EDT // 6pm PDT
:** [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

;* Conference Dial-in Number - (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code - 866209#

;* [http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb Live Notes!]

;* [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC Email List signup]

== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center ([[PMC]]) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

[[Media:PMC_intro.pdf|PMC intro document]] (PDF)

== PMC Info Desk Info (What to Know, How to Explain It) ==

===BASIC INFO===

Goals & Organizing Principles are on the wiki page, http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center, and printed out on the PMC bulletin board.

There are no press passes -- everyone must have the orange armband for access to the PMC (as well as to the rest of the USSF).

It's cold in here -- bring a sweater or hoodie!

===AUDIO EQUIPMENT LOANING===
* Go see Detroit Expanded in the PMC, if no one is there go to the info desk at the PMC.
* Borrowers need to sign the lending agreement on the clipboard and surrender a license or passport.
* This is for USSF projects -- workshops and cultural events.
* The equipment is in a clear plastic tub by the desk.
* For workshops and cultural events we have digital audio recorders and audio streaming kits for organizers to borrow.

===BATHROOMS===

* All over Cobo Hall; the closest ones are around the corner from the PMC (to the left).

===BRIEFING AREA===

* The briefing area is enclosed in curtains near the PMC entrance.
* Daily USSF briefings are 9-10am and 5-6pm.
* Sign-up sheets (for the other time slots) are at the Info Desk.
* Sign-ups are done on an hourly basis, on the hour.
* Organizations can sign up for a maximum of one hour per day.

===CALENDAR===

* There are sheets of paper on the wall just inside the PMC for people to note events happening in the PMC.
* People can note workshops/events about media issues on these calendar sheets as well.

===DONATIONS===

* People can drop off electronics (digital cameras, etc.) here at the PMC.
* There will be a dedicated box at some point, but for the time being, leave them in the printer paper box under the Info Desk.
* Give the donor an acknowledgment form (located in the printer paper box, for the time being).
* There's an in-kind donation form somewhere; needs to be found.

===GENERAL INFO ABOUT THE USSF===

* General information tables are located at Cobo Hall (in front of Macomb), at the entrance to Hart Plaza, and at the USSF Village.
* Refer questions from media (not about the PMC) to the Communications Team (Adele).
* Refer questions from law enforcement, fire department officials, and government officials to Maureen.
* Refer questions about USSF policies and politics to National Planning Committee (NPC) spokespeople (Adrienne).
* Refer questions about emergency medical needs to HHEJ/Comfort Station staff (Charity).
* Security people are wearing black armbands.
* There are community safety volunteers who can address security concerns (e.g. a firearm, an argument that looks like it may escalate, a lost child).
* The main Comfort Aid Station is at the Village, with ambulances at Cobo/Hart Plaza. The Healing Practice Space is located at the UAW building.
* Conflict resolution/grievances: The USSF has a conflict resolution and grievance policy that encourages direct communication and offers mediation where requested. Contact Adrienne if a mediator is requested.
* Do NOT give out these numbers. Call people yourselves.
(WE NEED TO FIND CONTACT INFO FOR THE PEOPLE MENTIONED ABOVE...)

===LITERATURE===

* The literature at the PMC Info Desk includes:
** sign-up sheets for the Live Room
** sign-up sheets for the briefing area
** a volunteer sign-up sheet
** a sign-in sheet for participants
** PMC Lending Agreement forms
** USSF hashtag flyers
** USSF PMC info flyers (half-page)
** USSF "Need Answers?" flyers
** blank cards for skillsharing/suggestion info
* There are several long tables next to the bulletin board where people can leave literature for their organization.

===LIVE ROOM===

* The room is located in W2-71. It's on this floor -- exit the PMC, make a left, and walk down the hallway till almost the end.
* Sign-up sheets are at the Info Desk.
* Sign-ups are done on an hourly basis, on the hour. Organizations can sign up for a maximum of one hour per day.
* It has a land line but no ISDN.
* Two slots daily must be blocked off for collaboration (i.e. open, walk-in time -- don't reserve to any one org). It doesn't matter what times these slots are, just that they're marked.
* Room W2-52 is a dedicated space for Telesur. However, space can be shared with others if they're not using it at a given time. Interested folks should go by the room and speak with the people in there. The contact is Marco Amador.
* The key to the live room is under the printer.

===PRESS RELEASES===

* Press releases can be left at the propaganda/literature table for others to consult.

===PRESS SIGN-IN===

* It's not necessary, but if media makers want to sign in, there is a list of participants at the Info Table.
* Again, there are no press passes separate from the general registration orange armband.

===RESEARCH ASSISTANCE/NEWS LIBRARY===

* Librarians are here to offer access to subscription databases and general research and fact-checking support.
* There will be a fact-checking and research workshop at 11am on Thursday in the PMC.

===SPACE===

* A map of the PMC is posted on the bulletin board.
* Banners should be hung from tables, not on walls.

===TECHNOLOGY===

* There are some computers (desktops and laptops) available for use in the rear half of the PMC, courtesy of Aspiration. People are welcome to use them as needed, but there's always the possibility that they will be given a 5-minute notice to end their session if Aspiration needs to conduct a training on them. These computers will be available from around 8:30am till around 8pm.
* There are also two banks of desktop computers at the round tables. Some require a username and password. Both are <ussf2010>.
* Wifi is available throughout Cobo Hall. No password is needed.
* There is NO printing available, except for PMC/ICT use (this printer is at the Info Desk).
* There is no A/V equipment available for people to use besides the audio equipment (see above).
* There is no random hardware, projectors, etc. available for use.
* For other tech-related queries, you can try asking the techies (a few tables behind the Info Desk, just in front of the curtain divider). There should be a tech support volunteer during each PMC volunteer shift (see the [[PMC volunteer sign-up]] for the name of that individual).

===TERRA VIVA===

* Terra Viva is the USSF newspaper. Two more issues will be coming out; people are welcome to plug in. Folks should come to the documentation/evaluation area daily at 9am to find out how. Layout (in MS Publisher) and Web skills are especially needed!

===TRAININGS AND SKILLSHARES===

* People who have skills/knowledge to offer to others, and people who are looking to learn specific skills are encouraged to fill out a card to post on the bulletin board at the entrance.
* Blank cards are available at the Info Desk.
* The round tables and chairs located just outside of the briefing area are available for trainings.
* People can schedule a training simply by writing it on the poster paper between the doors and the PMC. There should be no more than two scheduled trainings happening simultaneously.
* Aspiration is available throughout the week to give trainings on blogging, social media, Web design, and more. Their area ("the Online Organizers Lab") is where the computers are, in the rear half of the PMC.
* Radical Reference is available throughout the week to give trainings on fact-checking, online research, and more. Find them at the Info Desk.

===SOME PMC CONTACTS===

Leslie Jones
607-592-7427

Matthew Cross
586-601-5810

Mark Libkuman
917-783-4125

Jenna Freedman
917-378-9840

Melissa Morrone
347-247-1754

===LINGERING QUESTIONS===

(add to this section -- and answer them! -- as needed)

* Ethernet in the live room?
* Ways to rent recording (video) equipment, preferably from a community group?

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

PDF of Appeal Letter [[http://wiki.ussf2010.org/images/9/90/PMCappealletter.pdf]]

[[PMC Final Budget]]

* Mobile TV Studio: laptops, battery packs, video cams, software, mobile cellular sticks;'''5000-10,000'''
* Large flip paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
* Dedicated media server/hard drives: not covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$3000'''
* Routers/switches: '''2000'''
* Site-wide mesh network and software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $60 each (10-20), for a total of approximately '''$600-1200'''
* Power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords (must order new): Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
* Computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
* Flash cards/storage:
* Mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable (find used?):
* Projectors:
* Satellite link:

[[COMM's Audio needs list]]

== USSF Newspaper/Critical Moment/Terra Viva ==

[[Think & Workspace--Content for First and Second Issues]]

== Volunteer Needs and Schedule ==

Send out call for orgs: what are you doing, what do you need, can you provide volunteers, what equipment are you bringing (can others use your stuff)?

Recruit Volunteers and Point People (2-3 hour shifts starting on Tuesday)

Need help with Tech set-up crew on Monday--starting at 7 am.

Opening Shift
*8 am-10am (just folks doing briefings—open up)

Day Shifts
*10am - 1 pm (first point person starts—goes to 3pm; needs lunch)
*1 pm - 3:30 pm
*3 pm - 5 pm
*5 pm - 7 pm
**need 4-5 volunteers for each shift(half COMMs info/problem solving; half ICT/tech support)

Night Shifts
*7 pm – 9 pm (need late night volunteers in at least two shifts—closes up)
*9 pm - 11 pm
** 2-3 volunteers (tech support and problem solving)

COMMs will need to fill at least 100 2-3 hour shifts (give or take an hour) over 5 days. Assuming that many volunteers may do more than one shift and that others will flake out--we are probably looking at 50-60 volunteers needing to fill at least one shift; and with many of those volunteers (at least half) more than one.

[[PMC volunteer sign-up]]

== Areas of Media Support ==

[[File: Media release form for USSF]]

=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
*Making Contact /National Radio Project for program after USSF www.radioproject.org

=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction
* Free Speech TV

=== Online Radio ===
* Radio RP&E, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.(http://urbanhabitat.org/rpe/radio)
* Earth Cycles (http://www.earthcycles.net)

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
* freespeech.org

=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Youth Media Space ===
* Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]

=== Online Organizing and Campaigning ===

The following organizations will offer scheduled and on-demand trainings in a range of skills related to online organizing and campaigning. For more information or to volunteer as a trainer, contact info@aspirationtech.org

* [http://ruckus.org Ruckus Society]
* [http://aspirationtech.org Aspiration]
* [http://ran.org Rainforest Action Network]
* [http://radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs]
* [http://torproject.org TOR Project]

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open - Wireless mesh network
* Motor City Free Geek http://motorcityfreegeek.net

==Trainings, Workshops and Skill-shares==
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-june20.wb Notes June 20, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

====[[Directory of workshops, trainings or skill-shares we might offer]]====

====Scheduled workshops====
With seating for 20 people or fewer. No giant workshops.
* FOSS Installfest! (can be scheduled multiple times) - MF/PL & USSF ICT
* Plumi sprint with IMC-Video and WSFTV.net
* CiviCRM sprint for the WSF registration system

====Screenings====
* Deep Dish TV: Waves of Change screenings - Deep Dish TV
* Pan Left screenings: AZ RESISTENCIA, Thursday 6/24 8pm, Videos from AZ struggle w/ special guests- panleft.org
* Motor City Free Geek screening of e-waste recycling scams
* Shout Out! G20 event, Friday 6/25 7-10:30 pm
* Conversations on the African Diaspora with Ciranda.net, Saturday 6/26 12pm

====Equipment and space needs====
We'll need several projectors. Not sure about screens.

====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====

NOTE: ''All of the workshops, included those that were formerly listed below here, are now aggregated above.''

[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

[http://aspirationtech.org Aspiration] and [http://www.ruckus.org The Ruckus Society]

The Ruckus Society provides environmental, human rights, and social justice organizers with the tools, training, and support needed to achieve their goals.

Aspiration helps nonprofit organizations and social justice activists make more effective use of technology.

Ruckus and Aspiration will be facilitating a loose collective of 10-15 trainers, including folks from [http://www.ran.org Rainforest Action Network], [http://www.radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs], [http://riseup.net Riseup.net], and [http://torproject.org TOR]. We plan to do many of the trainings as participant-driven, "what do you want to learn?" sessions.

[http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]

[[Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective]] is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform their reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

[http://ran.org Rainforest Action Network]

[http://radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs]

[http://torproject.org TOR Project]

====Dedicated Space Needs====
=====Free Speech TV=====
Ideally, we'd like enough space to set up, in a public area, where we can conduct on-camera interviews, and set up our live video streaming work-station. A 15' x 15' space would be great. Imagine two chairs for interviews, lights, camera and tripod, and an edit/switching station. Two fold-out tables (3' x 5' or so), 6 chairs would be more than sufficient. We would also need access to power, and would prefer ethernet connectivitiy but can use wireless. We'd be staffing this space primarily between 9am and 9pm. There are also a number of organizations that we hope to collaborate with during the forum and in the PMC, including New America Media, and the Media Consortium, they may also want space.

=====Adele's needs=====
1. We need to put in a request for at least 12 dividers. We have to set-up an office/admin space (ICT/Comms/Volunteers) and daily briefing space inside the PMC. I requested separate rooms, but they didn't have the space. So we have to set them up in the center. The briefing area will need at least 60 chairs. The briefing area should be away from the windows.

2. Radio is requesting ISDN connections. Is it possible to have an ISDN connection in the PMC and our live rooms (W2-57, W2-71)? One live room is reserved for Telesur, the other is for full participant use.

3. We need a station set-up for the USSF Documentation and Evaluation working group. It will of course be a collaborative station, but Documentation and Evaluation will be using it often.

4. Are we able to get a screen?

=====Radical Reference=====
will need access to power because at least one of us has a laptop that only lasts
about five minutes without electricity. It would be great if we were near
the info desk and/or a small training area with a projector, or if we had
our own portable projector, and if we had a sort of consultation space.

------free voice media alliance/rollins college
We are three social justice media faculty and 6 multimedia teams (2 students per team).
We will b filing blogs w a/v and image 3x a day, after each session and after the plenaries. We have all necessary gear and will only need a desktop w chairs for 4 folks at a time w access to internet and electricity. We r creating content for yes! Mag, fstv, and others.

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (GlassBeadCollective.org)
: Local [[Indymedia]] collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh IndyPGH.org
:--Rochester NY Rochester.Indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities TC.Indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area Indybay.org
:--Houston Houston.Indymedia.org
:--Portland Portland.Indymedia.org
:--Philly PhillyIMC.org
:--Urbana-Champaign UCIMC.org
:--Chicago Chicago.Indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

:New America Media (www.newamericamedia.org)

== Meeting Notes ==
:[[PMC Meeting, June 8, 2010]]
:[[PMC Scheduling Meeting, June 3, 2010]]
:[[PMC Tech Setup Meeting, June 2, 2010]]
:[[PMC Meeting, June 1, 2010]]
:[[PMC Tech Setup Meeting, May 26, 2010]]
:[[PMC Meeting, May 25, 2010]]
:[[NPC PMC meeting, May 22, 2010]]
:[[PMC Meeting, May 18, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, May 4, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, April 27, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, April 13, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, April 1, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, OC meeting, March 26-28, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, March 2, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, February 17, 2010]]

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: Mallory
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Times for Detroit Meetings (Scott)
# Logistics and Setup
## Report back
## Discussion & Questions
# Schedule
## Report back
## Discussion and Questions
# Outreach
## Report back
## Discussion and Questions
# Dedicated Space concerns
# Questions, feedback, next week's facilitator/notes

Media Center

2010-06-24T19:14:15Z

Jenna: /* LIVE ROOM */ key

{{RightTOC}}
; Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center

;* [http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-june20.wb Notes from Tech House meeting June 20, 1010]
;* Last Call - Tuesday, June 15, 2010 - 9pm EDT // 6pm PDT
:** [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

;* Conference Dial-in Number - (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code - 866209#

;* [http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb Live Notes!]

;* [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC Email List signup]

== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center ([[PMC]]) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

[[Media:PMC_intro.pdf|PMC intro document]] (PDF)

== PMC Info Desk Info (What to Know, How to Explain It) ==

===BASIC INFO===

Goals & Organizing Principles are on the wiki page, http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center, and printed out on the PMC bulletin board.

There are no press passes -- everyone must have the orange armband for access to the PMC (as well as to the rest of the USSF).

It's cold in here -- bring a sweater or hoodie!

===AUDIO EQUIPMENT LOANING===
* Go see Detroit Expanded in the PMC, if no one is there go to the info desk at the PMC.
* Borrowers need to sign the lending agreement on the clipboard and surrender a license or passport.
* This is for USSF projects -- workshops and cultural events.
* The equipment is in a clear plastic tub by the desk.
* For workshops and cultural events we have digital audio recorders and audio streaming kits for organizers to borrow.

===BATHROOMS===

* All over Cobo Hall; the closest ones are around the corner from the PMC (to the left).

===BRIEFING AREA===

* The briefing area is enclosed in curtains near the PMC entrance.
* Daily USSF briefings are 9-10am and 5-6pm.
* Sign-up sheets (for the other time slots) are at the Info Desk.
* Sign-ups are done on an hourly basis, on the hour.
* Organizations can sign up for a maximum of one hour per day.

===CALENDAR===

* There are sheets of paper on the wall just inside the PMC for people to note events happening in the PMC.
* People can note workshops/events about media issues on these calendar sheets as well.

===DONATIONS===

* People can drop off electronics (digital cameras, etc.) here at the PMC.
* There will be a dedicated box at some point, but for the time being, leave them in the printer paper box under the Info Desk.
* Give the donor an acknowledgment form (located in the printer paper box, for the time being).
* There's an in-kind donation form somewhere; needs to be found.

===GENERAL INFO ABOUT THE USSF===

* General information tables are located at Cobo Hall (in front of Macomb), at the entrance to Hart Plaza, and at the USSF Village.
* Refer questions from media (not about the PMC) to the Communications Team (Adele).
* Refer questions from law enforcement, fire department officials, and government officials to Maureen.
* Refer questions about USSF policies and politics to National Planning Committee (NPC) spokespeople (Adrienne).
* Refer questions about emergency medical needs to HHEJ/Comfort Station staff (Charity).
* Security people are wearing black armbands.
* There are community safety volunteers who can address security concerns (e.g. a firearm, an argument that looks like it may escalate, a lost child).
* The main Comfort Aid Station is at the Village, with ambulances at Cobo/Hart Plaza. The Healing Practice Space is located at the UAW building.
* Conflict resolution/grievances: The USSF has a conflict resolution and grievance policy that encourages direct communication and offers mediation where requested. Contact Adrienne if a mediator is requested.
* Do NOT give out these numbers. Call people yourselves.
(WE NEED TO FIND CONTACT INFO FOR THE PEOPLE MENTIONED ABOVE...)

===LITERATURE===

* The literature at the PMC Info Desk includes:
** sign-up sheets for the Live Room
** sign-up sheets for the briefing area
** a volunteer sign-up sheet
** a sign-in sheet for participants
** PMC Lending Agreement forms
** USSF hashtag flyers
** USSF PMC info flyers (half-page)
** USSF "Need Answers?" flyers
** blank cards for skillsharing/suggestion info
* There are several long tables next to the bulletin board where people can leave literature for their organization.

===LIVE ROOM===

* The room is located in W2-71. It's on this floor -- exit the PMC, make a left, and walk down the hallway till almost the end.
* Sign-up sheets are at the Info Desk.
* Sign-ups are done on an hourly basis, on the hour. Organizations can sign up for a maximum of one hour per day.
* It has a land line but no ISDN.
* Two slots daily must be blocked off for collaboration (i.e. open, walk-in time -- don't reserve to any one org). It doesn't matter what times these slots are, just that they're marked.
* Room W2-52 is a dedicated space for Telesur. However, space can be shared with others if they're not using it at a given time. Interested folks should go by the room and speak with the people in there. The contact is Marco Amador.
* The key to the live room is under the printer.

===PRESS RELEASES===

* Press releases can be left at the propaganda/literature table for others to consult.

===PRESS SIGN-IN===

* It's not necessary, but if media makers want to sign in, there is a list of participants at the Info Table.
* Again, there are no press passes separate from the general registration orange armband.

===RESEARCH ASSISTANCE/NEWS LIBRARY===

* Librarians are here to offer access to subscription databases and general research and fact-checking support.
* There will be a fact-checking and research workshop at 11am on Thursday in the PMC.

===SPACE===

* A map of the PMC is posted on the bulletin board.
* Banners should be hung from tables, not on walls.

===TECHNOLOGY===

* There are some computers (desktops and laptops) available for use in the rear half of the PMC, courtesy of Aspiration. People are welcome to use them as needed, but there's always the possibility that they will be given a 5-minute notice to end their session if Aspiration needs to conduct a training on them. These computers will be available from around 8:30am till around 8pm.
* Wifi is available throughout Cobo Hall. No password is needed.
* There is NO printing available, except for PMC/ICT use (this printer is at the Info Desk).
* There is no A/V equipment available for people to use besides the audio equipment (see above).
* There is no random hardware, projectors, etc. available for use.
* For other tech-related queries, you can try asking the techies (a few tables behind the Info Desk, just in front of the curtain divider). There should be a tech support volunteer during each PMC volunteer shift (see the [[PMC volunteer sign-up]] for the name of that individual).

===TERRA VIVA===

* Terra Viva is the USSF newspaper. Two more issues will be coming out; people are welcome to plug in. Folks should come to the documentation/evaluation area daily at 9am to find out how. Layout (in MS Publisher) and Web skills are especially needed!

===TRAININGS AND SKILLSHARES===

* People who have skills/knowledge to offer to others, and people who are looking to learn specific skills are encouraged to fill out a card to post on the bulletin board at the entrance.
* Blank cards are available at the Info Desk.
* The round tables and chairs located just outside of the briefing area are available for trainings.
* People can schedule a training simply by writing it on the poster paper between the doors and the PMC. There should be no more than two scheduled trainings happening simultaneously.
* Aspiration is available throughout the week to give trainings on blogging, social media, Web design, and more. Their area ("the Online Organizers Lab") is where the computers are, in the rear half of the PMC.
* Radical Reference is available throughout the week to give trainings on fact-checking, online research, and more. Find them at the Info Desk.

===SOME PMC CONTACTS===

Leslie Jones
607-592-7427

Matthew Cross
586-601-5810

Mark Libkuman
917-783-4125

Jenna Freedman
917-378-9840

Melissa Morrone
347-247-1754

===LINGERING QUESTIONS===

(add to this section -- and answer them! -- as needed)

* Ethernet in the live room?
* Ways to rent recording (video) equipment, preferably from a community group?

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

PDF of Appeal Letter [[http://wiki.ussf2010.org/images/9/90/PMCappealletter.pdf]]

[[PMC Final Budget]]

* Mobile TV Studio: laptops, battery packs, video cams, software, mobile cellular sticks;'''5000-10,000'''
* Large flip paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
* Dedicated media server/hard drives: not covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$3000'''
* Routers/switches: '''2000'''
* Site-wide mesh network and software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $60 each (10-20), for a total of approximately '''$600-1200'''
* Power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords (must order new): Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
* Computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
* Flash cards/storage:
* Mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable (find used?):
* Projectors:
* Satellite link:

[[COMM's Audio needs list]]

== USSF Newspaper/Critical Moment/Terra Viva ==

[[Think & Workspace--Content for First and Second Issues]]

== Volunteer Needs and Schedule ==

Send out call for orgs: what are you doing, what do you need, can you provide volunteers, what equipment are you bringing (can others use your stuff)?

Recruit Volunteers and Point People (2-3 hour shifts starting on Tuesday)

Need help with Tech set-up crew on Monday--starting at 7 am.

Opening Shift
*8 am-10am (just folks doing briefings—open up)

Day Shifts
*10am - 1 pm (first point person starts—goes to 3pm; needs lunch)
*1 pm - 3:30 pm
*3 pm - 5 pm
*5 pm - 7 pm
**need 4-5 volunteers for each shift(half COMMs info/problem solving; half ICT/tech support)

Night Shifts
*7 pm – 9 pm (need late night volunteers in at least two shifts—closes up)
*9 pm - 11 pm
** 2-3 volunteers (tech support and problem solving)

COMMs will need to fill at least 100 2-3 hour shifts (give or take an hour) over 5 days. Assuming that many volunteers may do more than one shift and that others will flake out--we are probably looking at 50-60 volunteers needing to fill at least one shift; and with many of those volunteers (at least half) more than one.

[[PMC volunteer sign-up]]

== Areas of Media Support ==

[[File: Media release form for USSF]]

=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
*Making Contact /National Radio Project for program after USSF www.radioproject.org

=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction
* Free Speech TV

=== Online Radio ===
* Radio RP&E, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.(http://urbanhabitat.org/rpe/radio)
* Earth Cycles (http://www.earthcycles.net)

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
* freespeech.org

=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Youth Media Space ===
* Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]

=== Online Organizing and Campaigning ===

The following organizations will offer scheduled and on-demand trainings in a range of skills related to online organizing and campaigning. For more information or to volunteer as a trainer, contact info@aspirationtech.org

* [http://ruckus.org Ruckus Society]
* [http://aspirationtech.org Aspiration]
* [http://ran.org Rainforest Action Network]
* [http://radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs]
* [http://torproject.org TOR Project]

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open - Wireless mesh network
* Motor City Free Geek http://motorcityfreegeek.net

==Trainings, Workshops and Skill-shares==
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-june20.wb Notes June 20, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

====[[Directory of workshops, trainings or skill-shares we might offer]]====

====Scheduled workshops====
With seating for 20 people or fewer. No giant workshops.
* FOSS Installfest! (can be scheduled multiple times) - MF/PL & USSF ICT
* Plumi sprint with IMC-Video and WSFTV.net
* CiviCRM sprint for the WSF registration system

====Screenings====
* Deep Dish TV: Waves of Change screenings - Deep Dish TV
* Pan Left screenings: AZ RESISTENCIA, Thursday 6/24 8pm, Videos from AZ struggle w/ special guests- panleft.org
* Motor City Free Geek screening of e-waste recycling scams
* Shout Out! G20 event, Friday 6/25 7-10:30 pm
* Conversations on the African Diaspora with Ciranda.net, Saturday 6/26 12pm

====Equipment and space needs====
We'll need several projectors. Not sure about screens.

====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====

NOTE: ''All of the workshops, included those that were formerly listed below here, are now aggregated above.''

[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

[http://aspirationtech.org Aspiration] and [http://www.ruckus.org The Ruckus Society]

The Ruckus Society provides environmental, human rights, and social justice organizers with the tools, training, and support needed to achieve their goals.

Aspiration helps nonprofit organizations and social justice activists make more effective use of technology.

Ruckus and Aspiration will be facilitating a loose collective of 10-15 trainers, including folks from [http://www.ran.org Rainforest Action Network], [http://www.radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs], [http://riseup.net Riseup.net], and [http://torproject.org TOR]. We plan to do many of the trainings as participant-driven, "what do you want to learn?" sessions.

[http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]

[[Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective]] is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform their reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

[http://ran.org Rainforest Action Network]

[http://radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs]

[http://torproject.org TOR Project]

====Dedicated Space Needs====
=====Free Speech TV=====
Ideally, we'd like enough space to set up, in a public area, where we can conduct on-camera interviews, and set up our live video streaming work-station. A 15' x 15' space would be great. Imagine two chairs for interviews, lights, camera and tripod, and an edit/switching station. Two fold-out tables (3' x 5' or so), 6 chairs would be more than sufficient. We would also need access to power, and would prefer ethernet connectivitiy but can use wireless. We'd be staffing this space primarily between 9am and 9pm. There are also a number of organizations that we hope to collaborate with during the forum and in the PMC, including New America Media, and the Media Consortium, they may also want space.

=====Adele's needs=====
1. We need to put in a request for at least 12 dividers. We have to set-up an office/admin space (ICT/Comms/Volunteers) and daily briefing space inside the PMC. I requested separate rooms, but they didn't have the space. So we have to set them up in the center. The briefing area will need at least 60 chairs. The briefing area should be away from the windows.

2. Radio is requesting ISDN connections. Is it possible to have an ISDN connection in the PMC and our live rooms (W2-57, W2-71)? One live room is reserved for Telesur, the other is for full participant use.

3. We need a station set-up for the USSF Documentation and Evaluation working group. It will of course be a collaborative station, but Documentation and Evaluation will be using it often.

4. Are we able to get a screen?

=====Radical Reference=====
will need access to power because at least one of us has a laptop that only lasts
about five minutes without electricity. It would be great if we were near
the info desk and/or a small training area with a projector, or if we had
our own portable projector, and if we had a sort of consultation space.

------free voice media alliance/rollins college
We are three social justice media faculty and 6 multimedia teams (2 students per team).
We will b filing blogs w a/v and image 3x a day, after each session and after the plenaries. We have all necessary gear and will only need a desktop w chairs for 4 folks at a time w access to internet and electricity. We r creating content for yes! Mag, fstv, and others.

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (GlassBeadCollective.org)
: Local [[Indymedia]] collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh IndyPGH.org
:--Rochester NY Rochester.Indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities TC.Indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area Indybay.org
:--Houston Houston.Indymedia.org
:--Portland Portland.Indymedia.org
:--Philly PhillyIMC.org
:--Urbana-Champaign UCIMC.org
:--Chicago Chicago.Indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

:New America Media (www.newamericamedia.org)

== Meeting Notes ==
:[[PMC Meeting, June 8, 2010]]
:[[PMC Scheduling Meeting, June 3, 2010]]
:[[PMC Tech Setup Meeting, June 2, 2010]]
:[[PMC Meeting, June 1, 2010]]
:[[PMC Tech Setup Meeting, May 26, 2010]]
:[[PMC Meeting, May 25, 2010]]
:[[NPC PMC meeting, May 22, 2010]]
:[[PMC Meeting, May 18, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, May 4, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, April 27, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, April 13, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, April 1, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, OC meeting, March 26-28, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, March 2, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, February 17, 2010]]

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: Mallory
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Times for Detroit Meetings (Scott)
# Logistics and Setup
## Report back
## Discussion & Questions
# Schedule
## Report back
## Discussion and Questions
# Outreach
## Report back
## Discussion and Questions
# Dedicated Space concerns
# Questions, feedback, next week's facilitator/notes

Media Center

2010-06-20T21:29:29Z

Jenna:

Media Center

2010-06-20T21:26:55Z

Jenna: /* Meetings */

{{RightTOC}}
; Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center

;* Next Call - Tuesday, June 15, 2010 - 9pm EDT // 6pm PDT
:** [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

;* Conference Dial-in Number - (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code - 866209#

;* [http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb Live Notes!]

;* [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC Email List signup]

== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center ([[PMC]]) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

[[Media:PMC_intro.pdf|PMC intro document]] (PDF)

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

PDF of Appeal Letter [[http://wiki.ussf2010.org/images/9/90/PMCappealletter.pdf]]

[[PMC Final Budget]]

* Mobile TV Studio: laptops, battery packs, video cams, software, mobile cellular sticks;'''5000-10,000'''
* Large flip paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
* Dedicated media server/hard drives: not covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$3000'''
* Routers/switches: '''2000'''
* Site-wide mesh network and software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $60 each (10-20), for a total of approximately '''$600-1200'''
* Power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords (must order new): Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
* Computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
* Flash cards/storage:
* Mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable (find used?):
* Projectors:
* Satellite link:

[[COMM's Audio needs list]]

== USSF Newspaper/Critical Moment/Terra Viva ==

[[Think & Workspace--Content for First and Second Issues]]

== Volunteer Needs and Schedule ==

Send out call for orgs: what are you doing, what do you need, can you provide volunteers, what equipment are you bringing (can others use your stuff)?

Recruit Volunteers and Point People (2-3 hour shifts starting on Tuesday)

Need help with Tech set-up crew on Monday--starting at 7 am.

Opening Shift
*8 am-10am (just folks doing briefings—open up)

Day Shifts
*10am - 1 pm (first point person starts—goes to 3pm; needs lunch)
*1 pm - 3:30 pm
*3 pm - 5 pm
*5 pm - 7 pm
**need 4-5 volunteers for each shift(half COMMs info/problem solving; half ICT/tech support)

Night Shifts
*7 pm – 9 pm (need late night volunteers in at least two shifts—closes up)
*9 pm - 11 pm
** 2-3 volunteers (tech support and problem solving)

COMMs will need to fill at least 100 2-3 hour shifts (give or take an hour) over 5 days. Assuming that many volunteers may do more than one shift and that others will flake out--we are probably looking at 50-60 volunteers needing to fill at least one shift; and with many of those volunteers (at least half) more than one.

[[PMC volunteer sign-up]]

== Areas of Media Support ==

[[File: Media release form for USSF]]

=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
*Making Contact /National Radio Project for program after USSF www.radioproject.org

=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction
* Free Speech TV

=== Online Radio ===
* RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.
* Earth Cycles (http://www.earthcycles.net)

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
* freespeech.org

=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Youth Media Space ===
* Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]

=== Online Organizing and Campaigning ===

The following organizations will offer scheduled and on-demand trainings in a range of skills related to online organizing and campaigning. For more information or to volunteer as a trainer, contact info@aspirationtech.org

* [http://ruckus.org Ruckus Society]
* [http://aspirationtech.org Aspiration]
* [http://ran.org Rainforest Action Network]
* [http://radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs]
* [http://torproject.org TOR Project]

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open - Wireless mesh network
* Motor City Free Geek http://motorcityfreegeek.net

==Trainings, Workshops and Skill-shares==
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-june20.wb Notes June 20, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

====[[Directory of workshops, trainings or skill-shares we might offer]]====

====Scheduled workshops====
With seating for 20 people or fewer. No giant workshops.
* FOSS Installfest! (can be scheduled multiple times) - MF/PL & USSF ICT
* Plumi sprint with IMC-Video and WSFTV.net
* CiviCRM sprint for the WSF registration system

====Screenings====
* Deep Dish TV: Waves of Change screenings - Deep Dish TV
* Pan Left screenings: AZ RESISTENCIA, Thursday 6/24 8pm, Videos from AZ struggle w/ special guests- panleft.org
* Motor City Free Geek screening of e-waste recycling scams
* Shout Out! G20 event, Friday 6/25 7-10:30 pm
* Conversations on the African Diaspora with Ciranda.net, Saturday 6/26 12pm

====Equipment and space needs====
We'll need several projectors. Not sure about screens.

====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====

NOTE: ''All of the workshops, included those that were formerly listed below here, are now aggregated above.''

[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

[http://aspirationtech.org Aspiration] and [http://www.ruckus.org The Ruckus Society]

The Ruckus Society provides environmental, human rights, and social justice organizers with the tools, training, and support needed to achieve their goals.

Aspiration helps nonprofit organizations and social justice activists make more effective use of technology.

Ruckus and Aspiration will be facilitating a loose collective of 10-15 trainers, including folks from [http://www.ran.org Rainforest Action Network], [http://www.radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs], [http://riseup.net Riseup.net], and [http://torproject.org TOR]. We plan to do many of the trainings as participant-driven, "what do you want to learn?" sessions.

[http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]

[[Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective]] is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform their reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

[http://ran.org Rainforest Action Network]

[http://radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs]

[http://torproject.org TOR Project]

====Dedicated Space Needs====
=====Free Speech TV=====
Ideally, we'd like enough space to set up, in a public area, where we can conduct on-camera interviews, and set up our live video streaming work-station. A 15' x 15' space would be great. Imagine two chairs for interviews, lights, camera and tripod, and an edit/switching station. Two fold-out tables (3' x 5' or so), 6 chairs would be more than sufficient. We would also need access to power, and would prefer ethernet connectivitiy but can use wireless. We'd be staffing this space primarily between 9am and 9pm. There are also a number of organizations that we hope to collaborate with during the forum and in the PMC, including New America Media, and the Media Consortium, they may also want space.

=====Adele's needs=====
1. We need to put in a request for at least 12 dividers. We have to set-up an office/admin space (ICT/Comms/Volunteers) and daily briefing space inside the PMC. I requested separate rooms, but they didn't have the space. So we have to set them up in the center. The briefing area will need at least 60 chairs. The briefing area should be away from the windows.

2. Radio is requesting ISDN connections. Is it possible to have an ISDN connection in the PMC and our live rooms (W2-57, W2-71)? One live room is reserved for Telesur, the other is for full participant use.

3. We need a station set-up for the USSF Documentation and Evaluation working group. It will of course be a collaborative station, but Documentation and Evaluation will be using it often.

4. Are we able to get a screen?

=====Radical Reference=====
will need access to power because at least one of us has a laptop that only lasts
about five minutes without electricity. It would be great if we were near
the info desk and/or a small training area with a projector, or if we had
our own portable projector, and if we had a sort of consultation space.

------free voice media alliance/rollins college
We are three social justice media faculty and 6 multimedia teams (2 students per team).
We will b filing blogs w a/v and image 3x a day, after each session and after the plenaries. We have all necessary gear and will only need a desktop w chairs for 4 folks at a time w access to internet and electricity. We r creating content for yes! Mag, fstv, and others.

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (GlassBeadCollective.org)
: Local [[Indymedia]] collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh IndyPGH.org
:--Rochester NY Rochester.Indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities TC.Indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area Indybay.org
:--Houston Houston.Indymedia.org
:--Portland Portland.Indymedia.org
:--Philly PhillyIMC.org
:--Urbana-Champaign UCIMC.org
:--Chicago Chicago.Indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

:New America Media (www.newamericamedia.org)

== Meeting Notes ==
:[[PMC Meeting, June 8, 2010]]
:[[PMC Scheduling Meeting, June 3, 2010]]
:[[PMC Tech Setup Meeting, June 2, 2010]]
:[[PMC Meeting, June 1, 2010]]
:[[PMC Tech Setup Meeting, May 26, 2010]]
:[[PMC Meeting, May 25, 2010]]
:[[NPC PMC meeting, May 22, 2010]]
:[[PMC Meeting, May 18, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, May 4, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, April 27, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, April 13, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, April 1, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, OC meeting, March 26-28, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, March 2, 2010]]
:[[PMC meeting, February 17, 2010]]

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: Mallory
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Times for Detroit Meetings (Scott)
# Logistics and Setup
## Report back
## Discussion & Questions
# Schedule
## Report back
## Discussion and Questions
# Outreach
## Report back
## Discussion and Questions
# Dedicated Space concerns
# Questions, feedback, next week's facilitator/notes

PMC volunteer sign-up

2010-06-18T22:36:42Z

Jenna: /* SATURDAY JUNE 26 */

To volunteer during a shift to be part of the PMC team give us your name, org (if you have one), email, and cell/text under that shift (thanks!!!!)

Don't do wiki? then you can email (Scott Byrd) sbyrd@riseup.net to sign-up for a volunteer spot

==MONDAY JUNE 21, 7 AM - ???? (EQUIPMENT TRANSPORT | TECH SET-UP IN PMC)==

:scott byrd, sociologists without borders, sbyrd_at_riseup.net, 909.455.2400
:leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427
:lou novak, detroit greens, lmn_at_lppals.com, 313.623.4709
:matthew cross, ussf comm working group and macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

==TUESDAY JUNE 22==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:'''

'''8 am - 10 am (need 2 people)'''
*1. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*2.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 2 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427
*2. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 2 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*Techie(s):

'''3:00 pm - 5 pm''' (need 2 people for information table/tech support/security--remember this is during opening march) '''Point Person:'''

*1. [[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Veronica Hill, veronicahill@gmail.com, 316-847-5358
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)
Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Cara Lisa Berg Powers (508)981-8872 cara@byanymedianecessary.com
*Techie(s):

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427

*1.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*2. lane robbins, piratelane@yahoo.com, 248.227.4897
*Techie(s):

==WEDNESDAY JUNE 23==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:''' Scott Byrd

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Adele Nieves
*3. Ana Micka 612-741-6437, On the Commons
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. [[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Cecil Mack, Rollins college, cmack@rollins.edu
*3. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*4.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*5 Joe Kezele, Rollins College, jkezele@rollins.edu
*Techie(s):

Night Shifts
'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Malia Bruker, Rollins College/Temple University, tuc19042@temple.edu, (215)667-9829
*2. Jillian Nassar, jmaenass@gmail.com, (248)-495-8667
*3. Cara Lisa Berg Powers cara@byanymedianecessary.com 508-981-8872
*Techie(s):

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''
*1.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*2.lane robbins, piratelane@yahoo.com, 248.227.4897
*Techie(s):

==THURSDAY JUNE 24==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:'''

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)
* Jenna 917.378.9849 leslzine gmail

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Gabe Anderson, Rollins College, gcanderson@rollins.edu, 407-923-2218
*2. Ariane Rosen, Rollins College, acrosen@rollins.edu, 954-609-5258
*3. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*4. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)
* Jenna 917.378.9840 leslzine gmail

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3. Jillian Nassar, jmaenass@gmail.com, (248)-495-8667
*4. Cara Lisa Berg Powers, cara@byanymedianecessary.com 508-981-8872
*5. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.Rebecca Burns, U of Notre Dame research team, rburns2@nd.edu, 781-962-8816
*3.Sarah van Gelder, YES! Magazine, svangelder@yesmagazine.org 360 286 6071
*4. [[User:Alycia|Alycia]], Radical Reference, alyciasellie@gmail.com 608.335.4209
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd

*1.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3.
*Techie(s): matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd
*1.Sue Salinger, Free Voice Media Alliance/Rollins College, ssalinger rollins edu, (720) 434-0470
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*Techie(s): matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

==FRIDAY JUNE 25==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:''' Scott Byrd

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Rebecca Burns, U of Notre Dame research team, rburns2@nd.edu, 781-962-8816
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Cecil Mack, Rollins College, cmack@rollins.edu
*3. Anna Montoya, Rollins College, amontoya@rollins.edu, 407-870-3506
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Ariane Rosen, Rollins College, acrosen@rollins.edu, 954-609-5258
*3. Anna Montoya, Rollins College, amontoya@rollins.edu, 407-870-3506
*4.Gabe Anderson, Rollins College, gcanderson@rollins.edu, 407-923-2218
*5 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott byrd
*1. Nastassia Alayeto, Rollins College, NAlayeto@rollins.edu, 305-726-8918
*2. J.D. Casto, Rollins College, JCasto@rollins.edu
*3. Julie Katz, Rollins College, JKatz@rollins.edu
*4. Robert Duran, Rollins College, Rduran@rollins.edu
*5 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2. Cara Lisa Berg Powers cara@byanymedianecessary.com, 508-981-8872
*3.Helene Marcantonio, Rollins College, Hmarcantonio@rollins.edu
*4.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*3.
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.
*Techie(s):

==SATURDAY JUNE 26==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:'''

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1.Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2.Sue Salinger, Free Voice Media/Rollins College, ssalinger rollins edu (720) 434-0470
*3. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*4 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* Jenna 917.378.9840 leslzine gmail

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)
* Jenna 917.378.9840 leslzine gmail

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*3.
*Techie(s):

Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*3.
*Techie(s):

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*Techie(s):

==SUNDAY JUNE 27==

8 AM - ???? (NEED FOLKS TO BREAK-DOWN AND TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT)

*1.scott byrd, sociologists without borders, sbyrd_at_riseup.net, 909.455.2400
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

PMC volunteer sign-up

2010-06-18T22:35:03Z

Jenna: /* THURSDAY JUNE 24 */

To volunteer during a shift to be part of the PMC team give us your name, org (if you have one), email, and cell/text under that shift (thanks!!!!)

Don't do wiki? then you can email (Scott Byrd) sbyrd@riseup.net to sign-up for a volunteer spot

==MONDAY JUNE 21, 7 AM - ???? (EQUIPMENT TRANSPORT | TECH SET-UP IN PMC)==

:scott byrd, sociologists without borders, sbyrd_at_riseup.net, 909.455.2400
:leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427
:lou novak, detroit greens, lmn_at_lppals.com, 313.623.4709
:matthew cross, ussf comm working group and macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

==TUESDAY JUNE 22==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:'''

'''8 am - 10 am (need 2 people)'''
*1. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*2.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 2 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427
*2. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 2 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*Techie(s):

'''3:00 pm - 5 pm''' (need 2 people for information table/tech support/security--remember this is during opening march) '''Point Person:'''

*1. [[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Veronica Hill, veronicahill@gmail.com, 316-847-5358
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)
Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Cara Lisa Berg Powers (508)981-8872 cara@byanymedianecessary.com
*Techie(s):

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427

*1.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*2. lane robbins, piratelane@yahoo.com, 248.227.4897
*Techie(s):

==WEDNESDAY JUNE 23==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:''' Scott Byrd

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Adele Nieves
*3. Ana Micka 612-741-6437, On the Commons
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. [[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Cecil Mack, Rollins college, cmack@rollins.edu
*3. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*4.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*5 Joe Kezele, Rollins College, jkezele@rollins.edu
*Techie(s):

Night Shifts
'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Malia Bruker, Rollins College/Temple University, tuc19042@temple.edu, (215)667-9829
*2. Jillian Nassar, jmaenass@gmail.com, (248)-495-8667
*3. Cara Lisa Berg Powers cara@byanymedianecessary.com 508-981-8872
*Techie(s):

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''
*1.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*2.lane robbins, piratelane@yahoo.com, 248.227.4897
*Techie(s):

==THURSDAY JUNE 24==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:'''

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)
* Jenna 917.378.9849 leslzine gmail

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Gabe Anderson, Rollins College, gcanderson@rollins.edu, 407-923-2218
*2. Ariane Rosen, Rollins College, acrosen@rollins.edu, 954-609-5258
*3. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*4. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)
* Jenna 917.378.9840 leslzine gmail

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3. Jillian Nassar, jmaenass@gmail.com, (248)-495-8667
*4. Cara Lisa Berg Powers, cara@byanymedianecessary.com 508-981-8872
*5. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.Rebecca Burns, U of Notre Dame research team, rburns2@nd.edu, 781-962-8816
*3.Sarah van Gelder, YES! Magazine, svangelder@yesmagazine.org 360 286 6071
*4. [[User:Alycia|Alycia]], Radical Reference, alyciasellie@gmail.com 608.335.4209
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd

*1.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3.
*Techie(s): matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd
*1.Sue Salinger, Free Voice Media Alliance/Rollins College, ssalinger rollins edu, (720) 434-0470
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*Techie(s): matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

==FRIDAY JUNE 25==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:''' Scott Byrd

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Rebecca Burns, U of Notre Dame research team, rburns2@nd.edu, 781-962-8816
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Cecil Mack, Rollins College, cmack@rollins.edu
*3. Anna Montoya, Rollins College, amontoya@rollins.edu, 407-870-3506
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Ariane Rosen, Rollins College, acrosen@rollins.edu, 954-609-5258
*3. Anna Montoya, Rollins College, amontoya@rollins.edu, 407-870-3506
*4.Gabe Anderson, Rollins College, gcanderson@rollins.edu, 407-923-2218
*5 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott byrd
*1. Nastassia Alayeto, Rollins College, NAlayeto@rollins.edu, 305-726-8918
*2. J.D. Casto, Rollins College, JCasto@rollins.edu
*3. Julie Katz, Rollins College, JKatz@rollins.edu
*4. Robert Duran, Rollins College, Rduran@rollins.edu
*5 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2. Cara Lisa Berg Powers cara@byanymedianecessary.com, 508-981-8872
*3.Helene Marcantonio, Rollins College, Hmarcantonio@rollins.edu
*4.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*3.
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.
*Techie(s):

==SATURDAY JUNE 26==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:'''

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1.Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2.Sue Salinger, Free Voice Media/Rollins College, ssalinger rollins edu (720) 434-0470
*3. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*4 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*3.
*Techie(s):

Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*3.
*Techie(s):

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*Techie(s):

==SUNDAY JUNE 27==

8 AM - ???? (NEED FOLKS TO BREAK-DOWN AND TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT)

*1.scott byrd, sociologists without borders, sbyrd_at_riseup.net, 909.455.2400
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

PMC volunteer sign-up

2010-06-18T22:32:48Z

Jenna:

To volunteer during a shift to be part of the PMC team give us your name, org (if you have one), email, and cell/text under that shift (thanks!!!!)

Don't do wiki? then you can email (Scott Byrd) sbyrd@riseup.net to sign-up for a volunteer spot

==MONDAY JUNE 21, 7 AM - ???? (EQUIPMENT TRANSPORT | TECH SET-UP IN PMC)==

:scott byrd, sociologists without borders, sbyrd_at_riseup.net, 909.455.2400
:leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427
:lou novak, detroit greens, lmn_at_lppals.com, 313.623.4709
:matthew cross, ussf comm working group and macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

==TUESDAY JUNE 22==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:'''

'''8 am - 10 am (need 2 people)'''
*1. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*2.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 2 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427
*2. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 2 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*Techie(s):

'''3:00 pm - 5 pm''' (need 2 people for information table/tech support/security--remember this is during opening march) '''Point Person:'''

*1. [[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Veronica Hill, veronicahill@gmail.com, 316-847-5358
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)
Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Cara Lisa Berg Powers (508)981-8872 cara@byanymedianecessary.com
*Techie(s):

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''leslie jones, stamp/green guerrillas youth media tech collective, leslie_at_stamp-cny.org, 607.592.7427

*1.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*2. lane robbins, piratelane@yahoo.com, 248.227.4897
*Techie(s):

==WEDNESDAY JUNE 23==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:''' Scott Byrd

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Adele Nieves
*3. Ana Micka 612-741-6437, On the Commons
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. [[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*3. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Jenna Freedman, Radical Reference, leslzine gmail com, 917.378.9840--I suspect I won't have service in Cobo Hall, IM: BarnardLibJenna (AIM, Gmail, Yahoo) IM: jenna@jabber.org (which is not an email address)
*2. Cecil Mack, Rollins college, cmack@rollins.edu
*3. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*4.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*5 Joe Kezele, Rollins College, jkezele@rollins.edu
*Techie(s):

Night Shifts
'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Malia Bruker, Rollins College/Temple University, tuc19042@temple.edu, (215)667-9829
*2. Jillian Nassar, jmaenass@gmail.com, (248)-495-8667
*3. Cara Lisa Berg Powers cara@byanymedianecessary.com 508-981-8872
*Techie(s):

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''
*1.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*2.lane robbins, piratelane@yahoo.com, 248.227.4897
*Techie(s):

==THURSDAY JUNE 24==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:'''

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*3. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Gabe Anderson, Rollins College, gcanderson@rollins.edu, 407-923-2218
*2. Ariane Rosen, Rollins College, acrosen@rollins.edu, 954-609-5258
*3. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*4. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''

*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3. Jillian Nassar, jmaenass@gmail.com, (248)-495-8667
*4. Cara Lisa Berg Powers, cara@byanymedianecessary.com 508-981-8872
*5. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.Rebecca Burns, U of Notre Dame research team, rburns2@nd.edu, 781-962-8816
*3.Sarah van Gelder, YES! Magazine, svangelder@yesmagazine.org 360 286 6071
*4. [[User:Alycia|Alycia]], Radical Reference, alyciasellie@gmail.com 608.335.4209
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd

*1.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3.
*Techie(s): matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd
*1.Sue Salinger, Free Voice Media Alliance/Rollins College, ssalinger rollins edu, (720) 434-0470
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*Techie(s): matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

==FRIDAY JUNE 25==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:''' Scott Byrd

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Rebecca Burns, U of Notre Dame research team, rburns2@nd.edu, 781-962-8816
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Cecil Mack, Rollins College, cmack@rollins.edu
*3. Anna Montoya, Rollins College, amontoya@rollins.edu, 407-870-3506
*4. Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott Byrd
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2. Ariane Rosen, Rollins College, acrosen@rollins.edu, 954-609-5258
*3. Anna Montoya, Rollins College, amontoya@rollins.edu, 407-870-3506
*4.Gabe Anderson, Rollins College, gcanderson@rollins.edu, 407-923-2218
*5 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:''' Scott byrd
*1. Nastassia Alayeto, Rollins College, NAlayeto@rollins.edu, 305-726-8918
*2. J.D. Casto, Rollins College, JCasto@rollins.edu
*3. Julie Katz, Rollins College, JKatz@rollins.edu
*4. Robert Duran, Rollins College, Rduran@rollins.edu
*5 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3-4 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2. Cara Lisa Berg Powers cara@byanymedianecessary.com, 508-981-8872
*3.Helene Marcantonio, Rollins College, Hmarcantonio@rollins.edu
*4.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*3.
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.
*Techie(s):

==SATURDAY JUNE 26==

Opening Shift (setting up the space and helping with the briefings) '''Press Briefing:'''

'''8 am - 10 am''' (need 2 people)
*1.Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

Day Shifts

'''10am - 1 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.[[User:Melissa|Melissa]], Radical Reference, melissa stealthisemail com, (347) 247-1754
*2.Sue Salinger, Free Voice Media/Rollins College, ssalinger rollins edu (720) 434-0470
*3. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*4 Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''1 pm - 3:30 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):

'''3 pm - 5 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Talitha Johnson tjohnsonpr@gmail.com 313-415-6178
*2.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*3.Danyelle Booker dbooker3@emich.edu 313-465-6576
*Techie(s):
* dkg (dkg@fifthhorseman.net)

'''5 pm - 7 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*3.
*Techie(s):

Night Shifts

'''7 pm – 9 pm''' (need 3 people for information table/tech support/security) '''Point Person:'''
*1.Jamie Brotchner, jbrotchn@emich.edu, (734)516-2460
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*3.
*Techie(s):

'''9 pm - 11 pm''' (need at least 2 people to help at the information table and to close-up) '''Point Person:'''
*1. Charnika Jett, Charnikajett@gmail.com 313-550-8319
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810
*Techie(s):

==SUNDAY JUNE 27==

8 AM - ???? (NEED FOLKS TO BREAK-DOWN AND TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT)

*1.scott byrd, sociologists without borders, sbyrd_at_riseup.net, 909.455.2400
*2.matthew cross, ussf comm working group & macomb community college faculty, crossm2010@yahoo.com, 586.601.5810

Media Center

2010-05-19T02:08:25Z

Jenna: /* Directory of workshops we might offer */

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:** [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

;* Conference Dial-in Number - (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code - 866209#

;* [http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb Live Notes!]

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== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center (PMC) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

PDF of Appeal Letter [[http://wiki.ussf2010.org/images/9/90/PMCappealletter.pdf]]

* large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
* dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
* wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
* power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
* computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
* external HD & SD cards:
* video cameras:
* mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
* projectors:
* satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction

=== Online Radio ===
RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
=== Training ===
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

====Directory of workshops we might offer====
''Please add additional workshops and/or your name next to any workshop you would be willing and able to lead''
* Advanced Google/alternatives to Google: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Audio editing
* Audio Harvesting: Bay Area Media Pool
* Blogging 101/using WordPress
* Building a Publishing Matrix to coordinate your online channels
* Building a Social Media listening dashboard
* Cloud computing
* Delicious/Open Source alternative: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Digital footprints you leave when you go online
* Drupal 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Drupal for intermediate users
* Editing digital images (e.g. The Gimp) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Essential process for sustainable online communications
* Essential things for activists to know about hosted data
* Fact checking 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Finding public domain images online: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding statistics online
* Hack your library: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]], [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* How to assess and identify online audiences
* How to design effective email messages
* How to do an email campaign
* How to manage web application development
* How to plan an online messaging calendar
* How to run a web site project
* How to stay anonymous on the web
* Information-seeking Q&A [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Making your computer more secure
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la http://www.greenmap.org) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Online campaigning 101
* OpenOffice.org/NeoOffice 101
* RSS: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Search like a librarian: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]], [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Secure email 101: How to encrypt email messages
* Social Media 101
* Twitter/Identica
* Video editing
* What do you want to learn?
* What should a web site cost?
* Why Facebook and Google are not friends of social justice activists
* Wiki101, Wiki201 [[MarkDilley]]
* Wordpress 101

====Scheduled workshops====
With seating for 20 people or fewer. No giant workshops.
* FOSS Installfest! (can be scheduled multiple times) - MF/PL & USSF ICT

====Equipment and space needs====
We'll need several projectors. Not sure about screens.

====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====

NOTE: ''All of the workshops, included those that were formerly listed below here, are now aggregated above.''

[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

[http://aspirationtech.org Aspiration] and [http://www.ruckus.org The Ruckus Society]

The Ruckus Society provides environmental, human rights, and social justice organizers with the tools, training, and support needed to achieve their goals.

Aspiration helps nonprofit organizations and social justice activists make more effective use of technology.

Ruckus and Aspiration will be facilitating a loose collective of 10-15 trainers, including folks from [http://www.ran.org Rainforest Action Network], [http://www.radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs], [http://riseup.net Riseup.net], and [http://torproject.org TOR]. We plan to do many of the trainings as participant-driven, "what do you want to learn?" sessions.

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open
Wireless mesh network

=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===

=== Principles ===

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
[[Green Guerrillas]] Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform their reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (GlassBeadCollective.org)
: Local [[Indymedia]] collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh IndyPGH.org
:--Rochester NY Rochester.Indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities TC.Indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area Indybay.org
:--Houston Houston.Indymedia.org
:--Portland Portland.Indymedia.org
:--Philly PhillyIMC.org
:--Urbana-Champaign UCIMC.org
:--Chicago Chicago.Indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: ???
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Targeted outreach strategy
# Reports back
## [[Online Media Center]]
## Trainings
# Tech Setup (http://lists.mayfirst.org/pipermail/pmc/2010-May/000065.html)

=== May 4, 2010 ===

Facilitator: Mark
Notetaker: Mallory

# Introductions: Leslie, Mark, Melissa, Lottie, Mallory
# MC Principles
# Reports back
## Trainings - Leslie: Different kinds of trainings could be given in a directory of people/skills (available in online user profile) and also getting list of needs for guerrilla trainings. Equipment and space by going over the floor plan to accommodate workshops, trainings, organization/groups set-ups, open spaces. Need is to talk about who the participating organizations are (item 4). Need to talk about the schedule. Did discuss the existence of help desk, security, jobs for volunteers. Reduce number of people in trainings. Possibility of having silent zones, needing space to do video recordings.
## Online Media Center http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Online_Media_Center: Adding functionality online for organizing participant skills, how to schedule and display trainings, etc.
## Printed program text (item 2: MC Principles)
# Targeted outreach strategy: Includes newsletters, forwarding to networks, etc. Need to come up with a list, too.

=== April 27, 2010 ===
Facilitator: Lottie
Notetaker: Mallory

1. Introductions:
Lottie, Scott Byrd, Jesse (race Poverty and Environment), Divad (Left Turn), Mallory, Jenna (Radical Reference), Leslie (Green Guerrillas), Gunner (Aspiration, SF), Mark

2. Reports back
* Divad - Left Turn's vision for a tent space to connect everyday experiences with collective vision to engage people to program and share informally, dialogues, building work, more than just info on the table. Will send invitation around. Scott: space is not just like a center place in Cobo Hall but that there are other satellite locations, too.
* Scott - Communications will produce a newspaper daily, like the IPS work on the WSF Tera Viva publication which will be produced within the Media Center. Actual frequency depends on capacity and funding. Rad Ref can help with fact checking and research.
* Jesse - Organizing journalists to identify themes within the USSF, taking the opportunity to do interviews. Will send more info via email list and wiki.
* Lottie - Story mapping project & AMC + USSF, Digital Justice Coalition, on workshops and other things but there will be a presence. It's still being worked out.
* Mallory - The Cochabamba Climate Change conference and with my experience from last WSF in Brazil I'm excited to share the possibilities and how to organize folks on the ground to amass all of the media content production of the people that come.

3. Questions, other agenda items, etc.

'''ITEMS ON OUR PROCESS:'''
* Internal wiki organizing: http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
* Calls every other week splitting up tech/planning?
* Communication between calls--maybe use the wiki for planning, etc.
* Organizational structure and plan? What to expect and what we can do?
* Need to get ready to do more reports back to the larger organizing group, agenda space at the end of May

'''COMMITTEE WORK FOR REPORT BACK NEXT MEETING:'''
* (Lottie) Space map and overview of space management?
* (Scott) Webpage committee External Web organizing: Development on front-facing web information about the Media Center, sign up, more info, etc. Management of time slots, space allocation, etc. http://www.ussf2010.org/pmc, link to wiki page, how to list sponsoring organizations, collaborating organizations, also to list principles.
* (Jenna & Leslie) Organizing skillshares (outreach) & schedule and workshops; to include workshops officially submitted or not? Scott can send out the map and also a skeleton of the schedule:
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/floorplan.doc
(this is scaled one inch=20 feet)
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/PMCSCHEDULE.doc
(ok--don't need a pw now)
* (Everyone) Compile list of whose coming and skill-share bringing?
* (Mallory) Tech available for pooling media? Will make proposal for next time. Also will be on the call for this Thursday's ICT meeting
* (Scott + B. Loewe) Include PMC in next email blast and include physical mapping to help people get more involved. Deadline of two weeks to direct people to the website so that people can 'sign-up' or use our working group connections to do a prioritized outreach effort.
* (Mallory) Coordinate space with the larger organizing body - OC & NPC, reports back and agenda points

4. tabled: Appeals letter

5. tabled: MC Principles

=== April 13, 2010 ===
'''Introductions''': Mark - Open Flows & May First People Link, Lottie - East Michigan Environmental Action Coalition, Mallory - May First/People Link, Marisa, Leslie - Green Guerrillas (Ithaca), Divad - Left Turn

'''Report backs''' (please help fill in details)
*group from CA
*Labor Video Project-L.A.-media group
*concrete link with AMC and USSF (still in progress, happening in digital justice coalition meeting)
*on the commons - "Story Catchers" (onthecommons.org)
*paper tiger, labor video project
*Left Turn: workshops, tent, space to share info and interact
*space: http://www.cobocenter.com/css/floorplan_Level2.pdf (Media Center is in Abassador's dining room - second floor)

'''Collaboratively generate principles in the notes'''

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media.

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Hierarchy,

example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta:
WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:

1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media,
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

'''Possible Resources for principles'''

http://detroit-commons.googlegroups.com/web/12+TOOL+Commons+Principles.pdf?hl=en&gda=05Z_KVEAAABcWT6j0H-2INgPxitNabIJsptjT6xeQjY7eA5rm3EI5_tmfy0hzMX6IDJThzwPyzieCIVVhZscB0LAVRmUysZPUwk_6Qi3BU8HCN0q6OYwM5VxXgp_nHWJXhfr7YhqVgA&gsc=6qnRwRgAAADlZhfgygjPXabZM44WGISVzd9Opkpm_OYDmqOe5cGGCQ

Detroit Digital Justice Coalition Principles:

VISION
The Detroit Digital Justice Coalition
is comprised of people and organizations in Detroit who believe that
communication is a fundamental human right. We are securing that right
through activities that are grounded in the digital justice principles
of: access, participation, common ownership, and healthy communities.
PRINCIPLES
Access
Digital justice ensures that all members of our community have
equal access to media and technology, as producers as well as consumers.
Digital justice provides multiple layers of communications
infrastructure in order to ensure that every member of the community
has access to life-saving emergency information.
Digital justice values all different languages, dialects and forms of communication.

Participation
Digital justice prioritizes the participation of people who have
been traditionally excluded from and attacked by media and technology.
Digital justice advances our ability to tell our own stories, as individuals and as communities.
Digital justice values non-digital forms of communication and fosters knowledge-sharing across generations.
Digital justice demystifies technology to the point where we can
not only use it, but create our own technologies and participate in the
decisions that will shape communications infrastructure.

Common ownership
Digital justice fuels the creation of knowledge, tools and technologies that are free and shared openly with the public.
Digital justice promotes diverse business models for the control
and distribution of information, including: cooperative business models
and municipal ownership.

Healthy communities
Digital justice provides spaces through which people can
investigate community problems, generate solutions, create media and
organize together.
Digital justice promotes alternative energy, recycling and
salvaging technology, and using technology to promote environmental
solutions.
Digital justice advances community-based economic development by
expanding technology access for small businesses, independent artists
and other entrepreneurs.
Digital justice integrates media and technology into education in
order to transform teaching and learning, to value multiple learning
styles and to expand the process of learning beyond the classroom and
across the lifespan.

=== April 1, 2010 ===
Introductions
On call: Mark, gunner, Jim, Jenna
Mark facilitating, gunner taking notes

* Individuals Report on Support Contacts

* Adele & Mallory Report back from OC meeting

These folks are not present, and no one on call was at recent organizers meeting in Detroit.

* Appeal Letter for Fundraising

No on call who can speak to this tonight.

* Creating Organizing Principles and Goals

In last call, we discussed wanting a set of principles. Not specifics, set of principles that allow people to have autonomy in how they use space. Discussed using collaborative democracy tool to create principles. Groups of 4/5 edit and contribute, come up with finite list, 10 or less principles. Alternately, more democratic consensus model, but what does that look like?

We don't have a full quorum, but we should talk about process and what goals look like

Jim: I think the collaborative democracy tool would be better, would provide greater amount of ideas and suggestions and enable collaborative input. We'll have benefit of everyone weighing in.

Jenna: I'm not so sure we need that tool, we don't have that many people. I was hoping we could see what ICT had come up with.

tech principles for ICT
http://ict.ussf2010.org/wiki/technology_principles

Mark: When the Technology principles were set up, they were in 1 location. I want to be as transparent to prevent blow up like in Atlanta. I want to make sure we get as many voices as possible. It's going to be the framework of how we deal with any difficulties that might arise, what we fall back on.

Jenna: I can see using a model like a spokes council, we each go to our group and then bring findings back.

Mark: Organizations that want to have this autonomous thing, it seems like those types of orgs are important, need to do outreach to get them involved.

Jenna: By group, or groups of groups by category?

gunner: individual groups should be invited to weigh in, IMO.

Mark: Do targeted outreach, then whoever wants to be involved can be involved.

Jim: you can have shutdown date, but need to be inclusive.

Jenna: Maybe we can be responsible for polling our own group and reaching out to one other?

Jim: Perhaps there should be calls for the different calls for groupings.

Mark: I agree that as we move on there will lots of org structures for dealing with different aspects of it. What I suggest moving forward with this is try to get another meeting relatively soon, put a process proposal out and move forward. It might be a little too much of a challenge to set up a collaborative democracy and get what we want. I'd like to do another meeting and get this hammered down. Then we can focus and get away from top-down stuff.

Gunner: I agree

Jenna: I'm twinkling/i agree

* Collaborating organizations

Mark: How we can do outreach to coalitions, do autonomy, extend autonomy. We want to have multiple visions of training, drop-in, smorgasbord of ways to interact with technology. To be able to allow people to use space for all their needs in a way that fits with principles that come about. How to have the individual decisions not need to go to the top-level group, keep the power with the people using the space, not the small organizing group. I think with 21000 feet we can do amazing things. Give people space to do good things well.

Jim: Thinking of bigger players vs smaller ones, insuring inclusiveness. This all makes sense to me.

* Meeting to decide

Mark: OK we need to get guiding principles nailed down. But the 2 big things on our radar how to set up the space to allow dropins, open access but also to allow people to set up stations that can exist for the duration of event, prometheous, radref, west coast mob, . Not walled off but knowing that people can do what they do, not really have to be constantly working on finding where to work. There's a space dedicated to youth, what other spaces will be dedicated, if folks walk in the space, where can they set up and use the space.

Jim: Does that also mean that certain size space will be assigned for a group? Are we considering any limitation? Or deal with it as we need it.

Mark: I'm expressing my view. We're sure that "youth" needs to have their own dedicated space. Not really Any thinking that's gone farther than that. But in terms of formal process on that. I think that needs to be its own meeting. That conversation could last a full hour. If we do that right, nothing but good things are going to happen. If not, landmines, and I've seen landmines. Don't want to strangle with process, but I know what a loaded issue that can be if someone feels they don't have access. When you get a warrior riled up that can be scary.

Jenna: Can I go back to the principles? We talked about principles and goals, on the pages I see "consistent with charter", etc. Is that's what going to come out of this, are we scrapping the goals?

Mark: The principles are a great starting place, they're about creating space. That is a really good place to start for the kind of things we're shooting for with these principles.

Jenna: Looking at this list of 10 things of carefully referenced. I want to say "what do you think this is going to be all about for us?"

Mark: We don't really have a model, want to find what works best. How do we want this to run? How can people who want to contribute do so? Not "don't chew gum" type things. What are our goals, visions? What do we want the space to look like? How do we want people to feel?

Jenna: Those are great questions.

Mark: There's no template for what we're doing. It's like "what are we trying to do"

Jim: Looking back at 2007, do you see anything from that lends itself to that?

Mark: That process got hamstrung based on where they decided to put it. There wasn't any good documentation that came out of that process. Rooms were in bowels of civic center, had to walk past security guards.

Jim: Yes, there was lots of security for sure

Mark: It was fully functioning but not useful.

Gunner: I would name hardware security as a concern, but let's not take that on now.

Mark: that's going to be a big thing to focus on over the months. I hope there can be sub-working group discussing logistics of running the space. How do we get the volunteers, "hall monitors", not cops but someone is watching the space. With massive open hours. What do we want to take on? Maybe focus on desktops, etc.

Gunner: And ultimate security must fall to autonomous groups.

Mark: Yes, has to be spread around, not top-down being responsible for other people's equipment.

Gunner: I hope registration has enough space.

Mark: We had 40 computers set up in Atlanta, tons of computers not being used all the time. I don't know the latest details.

Mark: Those are all my major points, will follow up Mallory and Adele, try to get another meeting happening soon and then break off into work groups around major issues.

Jenna: Sounds good

Gunner: yep

Mark: Maybe figure out types of orgs who might want access, figure out smorgasbord of types of orgs who might be there.

=== March 26-28, 2010 ===
Meeting for the Organizing Committee (OC) of the USSF

===== Taken from [[Organizing_Committee#OC_schedule_and_meeting_notes|OC Notes]] =====
:where we're at/what we need:

- we're at beginning stages of this process [next call is supposed to cover.
- need more media folks to come on the calls to develop the center
- have had some good convos between ICT and comms, are in a better place
- we have the historical view of what the center was: there was a professionals section, a computer area, then there was an upstairs spot where folks were programming. had 30 computers last time wired to the same system, all used linux system. hunch this time is that there will be more non-professional folks.
- alfredo: determined we should open up a second media server for ussf video. [what does that mean? the server is a souped up computer which holds data and delivers it when needed. to do one for video would mean much more storage for videos, possibly a higher level of performance. would include plenary sessions.
- youth told alfredo they want their own section and their own space of computers.
- youth rep says they haven't talked about computers
- daily newspaper at the forum. at WSF it's called Terra Viva. could start with critical moment framework. could print 5-10k daily. would be a way for everything to hook up. could publish in 2 languages [not translating but just producing in diff languages]...in fact terra viva might already be planned for this forum. what would the budget be for this? who would staff it?
- could talk about controversies from 07 which could be useful

:UPDATE on HISTORY:

controversy:
- press badges. having folks register for press badges and then not be allowed into PMC if they didn't have official badges.
- tension between professional and non-professional media in terms of space
- tension between ppl with laptops vs without computers. how many stations are we going to set up with power/ethernet vs stations with computers at them
- space issue created a controversy with one group - PMC ended up in a back room up 3 stairs in a series of rooms. tech worked to make the best of it, this group didn't respond well and ended up doing trainings in the space, taking over another space, etc.

:THIS TIME AROUND:

- has been very collaborative. ICT/Comms have committed not to take over the space. All creating the principles.
- no press passes. everyone's media, everyone has a story to tell.
- talked about having a space set aside for youth so they don't get pushed aside, trumped.
- we will have a separate live room for interviews and press briefings.
- Free Speech wants to cover the whole thing. If Democracy Now wants to do it what do we do? [they broadcast early]
- emergency folks come on.

:RESOURCES:

- 100 computers from Chicago
- 50 from Aspiration/Ruckus
- we have a crew from SF that does mesh networking...keeps us from having server crashes.
- hotels, WCCC, etc.
- 100 people on the writers network list. hope at least 25 of them come.

:NEEDS:
- in Atl we were running around last minute for surge protectors etc. Need to double check that we have
- internet connectivity has free wireless access which could get slammed. in ATL we got 4 DSL lines.
- will need tables and chairs in the space
- storage space and a work space before the ussf. from early june. need to store computers possibly as early as a few weeks. may need to rent a van to take computers between spaces.
- to assess what software needs to be on the computers [final cut? media editing software? Image, Audio, Video Editing. the image and audio stuff that's free and open source is really good, folks are using it already. the video editing software thats free and open source is not so great yet. folks who bring their own computers will likely have their own software. folks who are coming and wanting to try for the first time. [opinion - have a couple with final cut pro on it]
- to shape the radical reference and aspirations trainings [with a youth rep]
- the online PMC - where is that going to live? [in 2007 the blog fed to the front page and that jacked up how many folks were blogging. could intercept it with twitter, fb, etc.]

:BIG QUESTIONS:
- are we going to put out major $ for software we don't politically believe in. [youth could have that as a part of their process]
- will we have wireless access in every ussf space? goal is YES. limitation is a) electrical outlets, b) points where we have internet access coming in? is there a way to connect at hart plaza...are we allowed to? same for hush house, etc.

:UPDATES:
- how can we have folks donate equipment and funds to support this thru different funding networks

:TO DO:
- need an appeal letter for PMC by Wednesday
- test run of mesh network [at cobo, at ussf village space]
- talk to Terra Viva to see if they are planning to print at USSF [see critical moment framework, have a way that blogs are feeding into a central space]
- see if we can get a tickertape that shows the titles of new pieces going up.
- recruit more people for the PMC
- map OUR media. reach out to the documentation and eval group.
- reach out to local media.
- ussf media....

=== March 17, 2010 ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organizations

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

Media Center

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;* [http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb Live Notes!]

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== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center (PMC) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

PDF of Appeal Letter [[http://wiki.ussf2010.org/images/9/90/PMCappealletter.pdf]]

* large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
* dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
* wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
* power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
* computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
* external HD & SD cards:
* video cameras:
* mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
* projectors:
* satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction

=== Online Radio ===
RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
=== Training ===
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

====Directory of workshops we might offer====
''Please add additional workshops and/or your name next to any workshop you would be willing and able to lead''
* Advanced Google/alternatives to Google: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Audio editing
* Audio Harvesting: Bay Area Media Pool
* Blogging 101/using WordPress
* Building a Publishing Matrix to coordinate your online channels
* Building a Social Media listening dashboard
* Cloud computing
* Delicious/Open Source alternative: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Digital footprints you leave when you go online
* Drupal 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Drupal for intermediate users
* Editing digital images (e.g. The Gimp) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Essential process for sustainable online communications
* Essential things for activists to know about hosted data
* Fact checking 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Finding public domain images online: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding statistics online
* Hack your library: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]], [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* How to assess and identify online audiences
* How to design effective email messages
* How to do an email campaign
* How to manage web application development
* How to plan an online messaging calendar
* How to run a web site project
* How to stay anonymous on the web
* Making your computer more secure
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la http://www.greenmap.org) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Online campaigning 101
* OpenOffice.org/NeoOffice 101
* RSS: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Search like a librarian: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]], [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Secure email 101: How to encrypt email messages
* Social Media 101
* Twitter/Identica
* Video editing
* What should a web site cost?
* Why Facebook and Google are not friends of social justice activists
* Wiki101, Wiki201 [[MarkDilley]]
* Wordpress 101
* Information-seeking Q&A [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]

====Scheduled workshops====
With seating for 20 people or fewer. No giant workshops.
* FOSS Installfest! (can be scheduled multiple times) - MF/PL & USSF ICT

====Equipment and space needs====
We'll need several projectors. Not sure about screens.

====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====

NOTE: ''All of the workshops, included those that were formerly listed below here, are now aggregated above.''

[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

[http://aspirationtech.org Aspiration] and [http://www.ruckus.org The Ruckus Society]

The Ruckus Society provides environmental, human rights, and social justice organizers with the tools, training, and support needed to achieve their goals.

Aspiration helps nonprofit organizations and social justice activists make more effective use of technology.

Ruckus and Aspiration will be facilitating a loose collective of 10-15 trainers, including folks from [http://www.ran.org Rainforest Action Network], [http://www.radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs], [http://riseup.net Riseup.net], and [http://torproject.org TOR]. We plan to do many of the trainings as participant-driven, "what do you want to learn?" sessions.

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open
Wireless mesh network

=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===

=== Principles ===

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
[[Green Guerrillas]] Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform their reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (GlassBeadCollective.org)
: Local [[Indymedia]] collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh IndyPGH.org
:--Rochester NY Rochester.Indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities TC.Indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area Indybay.org
:--Houston Houston.Indymedia.org
:--Portland Portland.Indymedia.org
:--Philly PhillyIMC.org
:--Urbana-Champaign UCIMC.org
:--Chicago Chicago.Indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: ???
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Targeted outreach strategy
# Reports back
## [[Online Media Center]]
## Trainings
# Tech Setup (http://lists.mayfirst.org/pipermail/pmc/2010-May/000065.html)

=== May 4, 2010 ===

Facilitator: Mark
Notetaker: Mallory

# Introductions: Leslie, Mark, Melissa, Lottie, Mallory
# MC Principles
# Reports back
## Trainings - Leslie: Different kinds of trainings could be given in a directory of people/skills (available in online user profile) and also getting list of needs for guerrilla trainings. Equipment and space by going over the floor plan to accommodate workshops, trainings, organization/groups set-ups, open spaces. Need is to talk about who the participating organizations are (item 4). Need to talk about the schedule. Did discuss the existence of help desk, security, jobs for volunteers. Reduce number of people in trainings. Possibility of having silent zones, needing space to do video recordings.
## Online Media Center http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Online_Media_Center: Adding functionality online for organizing participant skills, how to schedule and display trainings, etc.
## Printed program text (item 2: MC Principles)
# Targeted outreach strategy: Includes newsletters, forwarding to networks, etc. Need to come up with a list, too.

=== April 27, 2010 ===
Facilitator: Lottie
Notetaker: Mallory

1. Introductions:
Lottie, Scott Byrd, Jesse (race Poverty and Environment), Divad (Left Turn), Mallory, Jenna (Radical Reference), Leslie (Green Guerrillas), Gunner (Aspiration, SF), Mark

2. Reports back
* Divad - Left Turn's vision for a tent space to connect everyday experiences with collective vision to engage people to program and share informally, dialogues, building work, more than just info on the table. Will send invitation around. Scott: space is not just like a center place in Cobo Hall but that there are other satellite locations, too.
* Scott - Communications will produce a newspaper daily, like the IPS work on the WSF Tera Viva publication which will be produced within the Media Center. Actual frequency depends on capacity and funding. Rad Ref can help with fact checking and research.
* Jesse - Organizing journalists to identify themes within the USSF, taking the opportunity to do interviews. Will send more info via email list and wiki.
* Lottie - Story mapping project & AMC + USSF, Digital Justice Coalition, on workshops and other things but there will be a presence. It's still being worked out.
* Mallory - The Cochabamba Climate Change conference and with my experience from last WSF in Brazil I'm excited to share the possibilities and how to organize folks on the ground to amass all of the media content production of the people that come.

3. Questions, other agenda items, etc.

'''ITEMS ON OUR PROCESS:'''
* Internal wiki organizing: http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
* Calls every other week splitting up tech/planning?
* Communication between calls--maybe use the wiki for planning, etc.
* Organizational structure and plan? What to expect and what we can do?
* Need to get ready to do more reports back to the larger organizing group, agenda space at the end of May

'''COMMITTEE WORK FOR REPORT BACK NEXT MEETING:'''
* (Lottie) Space map and overview of space management?
* (Scott) Webpage committee External Web organizing: Development on front-facing web information about the Media Center, sign up, more info, etc. Management of time slots, space allocation, etc. http://www.ussf2010.org/pmc, link to wiki page, how to list sponsoring organizations, collaborating organizations, also to list principles.
* (Jenna & Leslie) Organizing skillshares (outreach) & schedule and workshops; to include workshops officially submitted or not? Scott can send out the map and also a skeleton of the schedule:
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/floorplan.doc
(this is scaled one inch=20 feet)
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/PMCSCHEDULE.doc
(ok--don't need a pw now)
* (Everyone) Compile list of whose coming and skill-share bringing?
* (Mallory) Tech available for pooling media? Will make proposal for next time. Also will be on the call for this Thursday's ICT meeting
* (Scott + B. Loewe) Include PMC in next email blast and include physical mapping to help people get more involved. Deadline of two weeks to direct people to the website so that people can 'sign-up' or use our working group connections to do a prioritized outreach effort.
* (Mallory) Coordinate space with the larger organizing body - OC & NPC, reports back and agenda points

4. tabled: Appeals letter

5. tabled: MC Principles

=== April 13, 2010 ===
'''Introductions''': Mark - Open Flows & May First People Link, Lottie - East Michigan Environmental Action Coalition, Mallory - May First/People Link, Marisa, Leslie - Green Guerrillas (Ithaca), Divad - Left Turn

'''Report backs''' (please help fill in details)
*group from CA
*Labor Video Project-L.A.-media group
*concrete link with AMC and USSF (still in progress, happening in digital justice coalition meeting)
*on the commons - "Story Catchers" (onthecommons.org)
*paper tiger, labor video project
*Left Turn: workshops, tent, space to share info and interact
*space: http://www.cobocenter.com/css/floorplan_Level2.pdf (Media Center is in Abassador's dining room - second floor)

'''Collaboratively generate principles in the notes'''

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media.

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Hierarchy,

example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta:
WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:

1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media,
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

'''Possible Resources for principles'''

http://detroit-commons.googlegroups.com/web/12+TOOL+Commons+Principles.pdf?hl=en&gda=05Z_KVEAAABcWT6j0H-2INgPxitNabIJsptjT6xeQjY7eA5rm3EI5_tmfy0hzMX6IDJThzwPyzieCIVVhZscB0LAVRmUysZPUwk_6Qi3BU8HCN0q6OYwM5VxXgp_nHWJXhfr7YhqVgA&gsc=6qnRwRgAAADlZhfgygjPXabZM44WGISVzd9Opkpm_OYDmqOe5cGGCQ

Detroit Digital Justice Coalition Principles:

VISION
The Detroit Digital Justice Coalition
is comprised of people and organizations in Detroit who believe that
communication is a fundamental human right. We are securing that right
through activities that are grounded in the digital justice principles
of: access, participation, common ownership, and healthy communities.
PRINCIPLES
Access
Digital justice ensures that all members of our community have
equal access to media and technology, as producers as well as consumers.
Digital justice provides multiple layers of communications
infrastructure in order to ensure that every member of the community
has access to life-saving emergency information.
Digital justice values all different languages, dialects and forms of communication.

Participation
Digital justice prioritizes the participation of people who have
been traditionally excluded from and attacked by media and technology.
Digital justice advances our ability to tell our own stories, as individuals and as communities.
Digital justice values non-digital forms of communication and fosters knowledge-sharing across generations.
Digital justice demystifies technology to the point where we can
not only use it, but create our own technologies and participate in the
decisions that will shape communications infrastructure.

Common ownership
Digital justice fuels the creation of knowledge, tools and technologies that are free and shared openly with the public.
Digital justice promotes diverse business models for the control
and distribution of information, including: cooperative business models
and municipal ownership.

Healthy communities
Digital justice provides spaces through which people can
investigate community problems, generate solutions, create media and
organize together.
Digital justice promotes alternative energy, recycling and
salvaging technology, and using technology to promote environmental
solutions.
Digital justice advances community-based economic development by
expanding technology access for small businesses, independent artists
and other entrepreneurs.
Digital justice integrates media and technology into education in
order to transform teaching and learning, to value multiple learning
styles and to expand the process of learning beyond the classroom and
across the lifespan.

=== April 1, 2010 ===
Introductions
On call: Mark, gunner, Jim, Jenna
Mark facilitating, gunner taking notes

* Individuals Report on Support Contacts

* Adele & Mallory Report back from OC meeting

These folks are not present, and no one on call was at recent organizers meeting in Detroit.

* Appeal Letter for Fundraising

No on call who can speak to this tonight.

* Creating Organizing Principles and Goals

In last call, we discussed wanting a set of principles. Not specifics, set of principles that allow people to have autonomy in how they use space. Discussed using collaborative democracy tool to create principles. Groups of 4/5 edit and contribute, come up with finite list, 10 or less principles. Alternately, more democratic consensus model, but what does that look like?

We don't have a full quorum, but we should talk about process and what goals look like

Jim: I think the collaborative democracy tool would be better, would provide greater amount of ideas and suggestions and enable collaborative input. We'll have benefit of everyone weighing in.

Jenna: I'm not so sure we need that tool, we don't have that many people. I was hoping we could see what ICT had come up with.

tech principles for ICT
http://ict.ussf2010.org/wiki/technology_principles

Mark: When the Technology principles were set up, they were in 1 location. I want to be as transparent to prevent blow up like in Atlanta. I want to make sure we get as many voices as possible. It's going to be the framework of how we deal with any difficulties that might arise, what we fall back on.

Jenna: I can see using a model like a spokes council, we each go to our group and then bring findings back.

Mark: Organizations that want to have this autonomous thing, it seems like those types of orgs are important, need to do outreach to get them involved.

Jenna: By group, or groups of groups by category?

gunner: individual groups should be invited to weigh in, IMO.

Mark: Do targeted outreach, then whoever wants to be involved can be involved.

Jim: you can have shutdown date, but need to be inclusive.

Jenna: Maybe we can be responsible for polling our own group and reaching out to one other?

Jim: Perhaps there should be calls for the different calls for groupings.

Mark: I agree that as we move on there will lots of org structures for dealing with different aspects of it. What I suggest moving forward with this is try to get another meeting relatively soon, put a process proposal out and move forward. It might be a little too much of a challenge to set up a collaborative democracy and get what we want. I'd like to do another meeting and get this hammered down. Then we can focus and get away from top-down stuff.

Gunner: I agree

Jenna: I'm twinkling/i agree

* Collaborating organizations

Mark: How we can do outreach to coalitions, do autonomy, extend autonomy. We want to have multiple visions of training, drop-in, smorgasbord of ways to interact with technology. To be able to allow people to use space for all their needs in a way that fits with principles that come about. How to have the individual decisions not need to go to the top-level group, keep the power with the people using the space, not the small organizing group. I think with 21000 feet we can do amazing things. Give people space to do good things well.

Jim: Thinking of bigger players vs smaller ones, insuring inclusiveness. This all makes sense to me.

* Meeting to decide

Mark: OK we need to get guiding principles nailed down. But the 2 big things on our radar how to set up the space to allow dropins, open access but also to allow people to set up stations that can exist for the duration of event, prometheous, radref, west coast mob, . Not walled off but knowing that people can do what they do, not really have to be constantly working on finding where to work. There's a space dedicated to youth, what other spaces will be dedicated, if folks walk in the space, where can they set up and use the space.

Jim: Does that also mean that certain size space will be assigned for a group? Are we considering any limitation? Or deal with it as we need it.

Mark: I'm expressing my view. We're sure that "youth" needs to have their own dedicated space. Not really Any thinking that's gone farther than that. But in terms of formal process on that. I think that needs to be its own meeting. That conversation could last a full hour. If we do that right, nothing but good things are going to happen. If not, landmines, and I've seen landmines. Don't want to strangle with process, but I know what a loaded issue that can be if someone feels they don't have access. When you get a warrior riled up that can be scary.

Jenna: Can I go back to the principles? We talked about principles and goals, on the pages I see "consistent with charter", etc. Is that's what going to come out of this, are we scrapping the goals?

Mark: The principles are a great starting place, they're about creating space. That is a really good place to start for the kind of things we're shooting for with these principles.

Jenna: Looking at this list of 10 things of carefully referenced. I want to say "what do you think this is going to be all about for us?"

Mark: We don't really have a model, want to find what works best. How do we want this to run? How can people who want to contribute do so? Not "don't chew gum" type things. What are our goals, visions? What do we want the space to look like? How do we want people to feel?

Jenna: Those are great questions.

Mark: There's no template for what we're doing. It's like "what are we trying to do"

Jim: Looking back at 2007, do you see anything from that lends itself to that?

Mark: That process got hamstrung based on where they decided to put it. There wasn't any good documentation that came out of that process. Rooms were in bowels of civic center, had to walk past security guards.

Jim: Yes, there was lots of security for sure

Mark: It was fully functioning but not useful.

Gunner: I would name hardware security as a concern, but let's not take that on now.

Mark: that's going to be a big thing to focus on over the months. I hope there can be sub-working group discussing logistics of running the space. How do we get the volunteers, "hall monitors", not cops but someone is watching the space. With massive open hours. What do we want to take on? Maybe focus on desktops, etc.

Gunner: And ultimate security must fall to autonomous groups.

Mark: Yes, has to be spread around, not top-down being responsible for other people's equipment.

Gunner: I hope registration has enough space.

Mark: We had 40 computers set up in Atlanta, tons of computers not being used all the time. I don't know the latest details.

Mark: Those are all my major points, will follow up Mallory and Adele, try to get another meeting happening soon and then break off into work groups around major issues.

Jenna: Sounds good

Gunner: yep

Mark: Maybe figure out types of orgs who might want access, figure out smorgasbord of types of orgs who might be there.

=== March 26-28, 2010 ===
Meeting for the Organizing Committee (OC) of the USSF

===== Taken from [[Organizing_Committee#OC_schedule_and_meeting_notes|OC Notes]] =====
:where we're at/what we need:

- we're at beginning stages of this process [next call is supposed to cover.
- need more media folks to come on the calls to develop the center
- have had some good convos between ICT and comms, are in a better place
- we have the historical view of what the center was: there was a professionals section, a computer area, then there was an upstairs spot where folks were programming. had 30 computers last time wired to the same system, all used linux system. hunch this time is that there will be more non-professional folks.
- alfredo: determined we should open up a second media server for ussf video. [what does that mean? the server is a souped up computer which holds data and delivers it when needed. to do one for video would mean much more storage for videos, possibly a higher level of performance. would include plenary sessions.
- youth told alfredo they want their own section and their own space of computers.
- youth rep says they haven't talked about computers
- daily newspaper at the forum. at WSF it's called Terra Viva. could start with critical moment framework. could print 5-10k daily. would be a way for everything to hook up. could publish in 2 languages [not translating but just producing in diff languages]...in fact terra viva might already be planned for this forum. what would the budget be for this? who would staff it?
- could talk about controversies from 07 which could be useful

:UPDATE on HISTORY:

controversy:
- press badges. having folks register for press badges and then not be allowed into PMC if they didn't have official badges.
- tension between professional and non-professional media in terms of space
- tension between ppl with laptops vs without computers. how many stations are we going to set up with power/ethernet vs stations with computers at them
- space issue created a controversy with one group - PMC ended up in a back room up 3 stairs in a series of rooms. tech worked to make the best of it, this group didn't respond well and ended up doing trainings in the space, taking over another space, etc.

:THIS TIME AROUND:

- has been very collaborative. ICT/Comms have committed not to take over the space. All creating the principles.
- no press passes. everyone's media, everyone has a story to tell.
- talked about having a space set aside for youth so they don't get pushed aside, trumped.
- we will have a separate live room for interviews and press briefings.
- Free Speech wants to cover the whole thing. If Democracy Now wants to do it what do we do? [they broadcast early]
- emergency folks come on.

:RESOURCES:

- 100 computers from Chicago
- 50 from Aspiration/Ruckus
- we have a crew from SF that does mesh networking...keeps us from having server crashes.
- hotels, WCCC, etc.
- 100 people on the writers network list. hope at least 25 of them come.

:NEEDS:
- in Atl we were running around last minute for surge protectors etc. Need to double check that we have
- internet connectivity has free wireless access which could get slammed. in ATL we got 4 DSL lines.
- will need tables and chairs in the space
- storage space and a work space before the ussf. from early june. need to store computers possibly as early as a few weeks. may need to rent a van to take computers between spaces.
- to assess what software needs to be on the computers [final cut? media editing software? Image, Audio, Video Editing. the image and audio stuff that's free and open source is really good, folks are using it already. the video editing software thats free and open source is not so great yet. folks who bring their own computers will likely have their own software. folks who are coming and wanting to try for the first time. [opinion - have a couple with final cut pro on it]
- to shape the radical reference and aspirations trainings [with a youth rep]
- the online PMC - where is that going to live? [in 2007 the blog fed to the front page and that jacked up how many folks were blogging. could intercept it with twitter, fb, etc.]

:BIG QUESTIONS:
- are we going to put out major $ for software we don't politically believe in. [youth could have that as a part of their process]
- will we have wireless access in every ussf space? goal is YES. limitation is a) electrical outlets, b) points where we have internet access coming in? is there a way to connect at hart plaza...are we allowed to? same for hush house, etc.

:UPDATES:
- how can we have folks donate equipment and funds to support this thru different funding networks

:TO DO:
- need an appeal letter for PMC by Wednesday
- test run of mesh network [at cobo, at ussf village space]
- talk to Terra Viva to see if they are planning to print at USSF [see critical moment framework, have a way that blogs are feeding into a central space]
- see if we can get a tickertape that shows the titles of new pieces going up.
- recruit more people for the PMC
- map OUR media. reach out to the documentation and eval group.
- reach out to local media.
- ussf media....

=== March 17, 2010 ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organizations

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

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; Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center

;* Next Call - Tuesday, May 18, 2010 - 9pm EDT // 6pm PDT
:** [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

;* Conference Dial-in Number - (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code - 866209#

;* [http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb Live Notes!]

;* [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC Email List signup]

== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center (PMC) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

PDF of Appeal Letter [[http://wiki.ussf2010.org/images/9/90/PMCappealletter.pdf]]

* large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
* dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
* wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
* power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
* computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
* external HD & SD cards:
* video cameras:
* mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
* projectors:
* satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction

=== Online Radio ===
RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
=== Training ===
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

====Directory of workshops we might offer====
''Please add additional workshops and/or your name next to any workshop you would be willing and able to lead''
* Advanced Google/alternatives to Google: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Audio editing
* Audio Harvesting: Bay Area Media Pool
* Blogging 101/using WordPress
* Building a Publishing Matrix to coordinate your online channels
* Building a Social Media listening dashboard
* Cloud computing
* Delicious/Open Source alternative: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Digital footprints you leave when you go online
* Drupal 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Drupal for intermediate users
* Editing digital images (e.g. The Gimp) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Essential process for sustainable online communications
* Essential things for activists to know about hosted data
* Fact checking 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Finding public domain images online: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding statistics online
* Hack your library: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]], [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* How to assess and identify online audiences
* How to design effective email messages
* How to do an email campaign
* How to manage web application development
* How to plan an online messaging calendar
* How to run a web site project
* How to stay anonymous on the web
* Making your computer more secure
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la http://www.greenmap.org) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Online campaigning 101
* OpenOffice.org/NeoOffice 101
* RSS: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Search like a librarian: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]], [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Secure email 101: How to encrypt email messages
* Social Media 101
* Twitter/Identica
* Video editing
* What should a web site cost?
* Why Facebook and Google are not friends of social justice activists
* Wiki101, Wiki201 [[MarkDilley]]
* Wordpress 101
* Information-seeking Q&A [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]

====Scheduled workshops====
With seating for 20 people or fewer. No giant workshops.
* FOSS Installfest! (can be scheduled multiple times) - MF/PL & USSF ICT

====Equipment and space needs====
We'll need several projectors. Not sure about screens.

====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====
[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

[http://aspirationtech.org Aspiration] and [http://www.ruckus.org The Ruckus Society]

The Ruckus Society provides environmental, human rights, and social justice organizers with the tools, training, and support needed to achieve their goals.

Aspiration helps nonprofit organizations and social justice activists make more effective use of technology.

Ruckus and Aspiration will be facilitating a loose collective of 10-15 trainers, including folks from [http://www.ran.org Rainforest Action Network], [http://www.radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs], [http://riseup.net Riseup.net], and [http://torproject.org TOR]. We plan to do many of the trainings as participant-driven, "what do you want to learn?" sessions.

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open
Wireless mesh network

=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===

=== Principles ===

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
[[Green Guerrillas]] Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform their reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (GlassBeadCollective.org)
: Local [[Indymedia]] collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh IndyPGH.org
:--Rochester NY Rochester.Indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities TC.Indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area Indybay.org
:--Houston Houston.Indymedia.org
:--Portland Portland.Indymedia.org
:--Philly PhillyIMC.org
:--Urbana-Champaign UCIMC.org
:--Chicago Chicago.Indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: ???
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Targeted outreach strategy
# Reports back
## [[Online Media Center]]
## Trainings
# Tech Setup (http://lists.mayfirst.org/pipermail/pmc/2010-May/000065.html)

=== May 4, 2010 ===

Facilitator: Mark
Notetaker: Mallory

# Introductions: Leslie, Mark, Melissa, Lottie, Mallory
# MC Principles
# Reports back
## Trainings - Leslie: Different kinds of trainings could be given in a directory of people/skills (available in online user profile) and also getting list of needs for guerrilla trainings. Equipment and space by going over the floor plan to accommodate workshops, trainings, organization/groups set-ups, open spaces. Need is to talk about who the participating organizations are (item 4). Need to talk about the schedule. Did discuss the existence of help desk, security, jobs for volunteers. Reduce number of people in trainings. Possibility of having silent zones, needing space to do video recordings.
## Online Media Center http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Online_Media_Center: Adding functionality online for organizing participant skills, how to schedule and display trainings, etc.
## Printed program text (item 2: MC Principles)
# Targeted outreach strategy: Includes newsletters, forwarding to networks, etc. Need to come up with a list, too.

=== April 27, 2010 ===
Facilitator: Lottie
Notetaker: Mallory

1. Introductions:
Lottie, Scott Byrd, Jesse (race Poverty and Environment), Divad (Left Turn), Mallory, Jenna (Radical Reference), Leslie (Green Guerrillas), Gunner (Aspiration, SF), Mark

2. Reports back
* Divad - Left Turn's vision for a tent space to connect everyday experiences with collective vision to engage people to program and share informally, dialogues, building work, more than just info on the table. Will send invitation around. Scott: space is not just like a center place in Cobo Hall but that there are other satellite locations, too.
* Scott - Communications will produce a newspaper daily, like the IPS work on the WSF Tera Viva publication which will be produced within the Media Center. Actual frequency depends on capacity and funding. Rad Ref can help with fact checking and research.
* Jesse - Organizing journalists to identify themes within the USSF, taking the opportunity to do interviews. Will send more info via email list and wiki.
* Lottie - Story mapping project & AMC + USSF, Digital Justice Coalition, on workshops and other things but there will be a presence. It's still being worked out.
* Mallory - The Cochabamba Climate Change conference and with my experience from last WSF in Brazil I'm excited to share the possibilities and how to organize folks on the ground to amass all of the media content production of the people that come.

3. Questions, other agenda items, etc.

'''ITEMS ON OUR PROCESS:'''
* Internal wiki organizing: http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
* Calls every other week splitting up tech/planning?
* Communication between calls--maybe use the wiki for planning, etc.
* Organizational structure and plan? What to expect and what we can do?
* Need to get ready to do more reports back to the larger organizing group, agenda space at the end of May

'''COMMITTEE WORK FOR REPORT BACK NEXT MEETING:'''
* (Lottie) Space map and overview of space management?
* (Scott) Webpage committee External Web organizing: Development on front-facing web information about the Media Center, sign up, more info, etc. Management of time slots, space allocation, etc. http://www.ussf2010.org/pmc, link to wiki page, how to list sponsoring organizations, collaborating organizations, also to list principles.
* (Jenna & Leslie) Organizing skillshares (outreach) & schedule and workshops; to include workshops officially submitted or not? Scott can send out the map and also a skeleton of the schedule:
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/floorplan.doc
(this is scaled one inch=20 feet)
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/PMCSCHEDULE.doc
(ok--don't need a pw now)
* (Everyone) Compile list of whose coming and skill-share bringing?
* (Mallory) Tech available for pooling media? Will make proposal for next time. Also will be on the call for this Thursday's ICT meeting
* (Scott + B. Loewe) Include PMC in next email blast and include physical mapping to help people get more involved. Deadline of two weeks to direct people to the website so that people can 'sign-up' or use our working group connections to do a prioritized outreach effort.
* (Mallory) Coordinate space with the larger organizing body - OC & NPC, reports back and agenda points

4. tabled: Appeals letter

5. tabled: MC Principles

=== April 13, 2010 ===
'''Introductions''': Mark - Open Flows & May First People Link, Lottie - East Michigan Environmental Action Coalition, Mallory - May First/People Link, Marisa, Leslie - Green Guerrillas (Ithaca), Divad - Left Turn

'''Report backs''' (please help fill in details)
*group from CA
*Labor Video Project-L.A.-media group
*concrete link with AMC and USSF (still in progress, happening in digital justice coalition meeting)
*on the commons - "Story Catchers" (onthecommons.org)
*paper tiger, labor video project
*Left Turn: workshops, tent, space to share info and interact
*space: http://www.cobocenter.com/css/floorplan_Level2.pdf (Media Center is in Abassador's dining room - second floor)

'''Collaboratively generate principles in the notes'''

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media.

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Hierarchy,

example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta:
WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:

1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media,
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

'''Possible Resources for principles'''

http://detroit-commons.googlegroups.com/web/12+TOOL+Commons+Principles.pdf?hl=en&gda=05Z_KVEAAABcWT6j0H-2INgPxitNabIJsptjT6xeQjY7eA5rm3EI5_tmfy0hzMX6IDJThzwPyzieCIVVhZscB0LAVRmUysZPUwk_6Qi3BU8HCN0q6OYwM5VxXgp_nHWJXhfr7YhqVgA&gsc=6qnRwRgAAADlZhfgygjPXabZM44WGISVzd9Opkpm_OYDmqOe5cGGCQ

Detroit Digital Justice Coalition Principles:

VISION
The Detroit Digital Justice Coalition
is comprised of people and organizations in Detroit who believe that
communication is a fundamental human right. We are securing that right
through activities that are grounded in the digital justice principles
of: access, participation, common ownership, and healthy communities.
PRINCIPLES
Access
Digital justice ensures that all members of our community have
equal access to media and technology, as producers as well as consumers.
Digital justice provides multiple layers of communications
infrastructure in order to ensure that every member of the community
has access to life-saving emergency information.
Digital justice values all different languages, dialects and forms of communication.

Participation
Digital justice prioritizes the participation of people who have
been traditionally excluded from and attacked by media and technology.
Digital justice advances our ability to tell our own stories, as individuals and as communities.
Digital justice values non-digital forms of communication and fosters knowledge-sharing across generations.
Digital justice demystifies technology to the point where we can
not only use it, but create our own technologies and participate in the
decisions that will shape communications infrastructure.

Common ownership
Digital justice fuels the creation of knowledge, tools and technologies that are free and shared openly with the public.
Digital justice promotes diverse business models for the control
and distribution of information, including: cooperative business models
and municipal ownership.

Healthy communities
Digital justice provides spaces through which people can
investigate community problems, generate solutions, create media and
organize together.
Digital justice promotes alternative energy, recycling and
salvaging technology, and using technology to promote environmental
solutions.
Digital justice advances community-based economic development by
expanding technology access for small businesses, independent artists
and other entrepreneurs.
Digital justice integrates media and technology into education in
order to transform teaching and learning, to value multiple learning
styles and to expand the process of learning beyond the classroom and
across the lifespan.

=== April 1, 2010 ===
Introductions
On call: Mark, gunner, Jim, Jenna
Mark facilitating, gunner taking notes

* Individuals Report on Support Contacts

* Adele & Mallory Report back from OC meeting

These folks are not present, and no one on call was at recent organizers meeting in Detroit.

* Appeal Letter for Fundraising

No on call who can speak to this tonight.

* Creating Organizing Principles and Goals

In last call, we discussed wanting a set of principles. Not specifics, set of principles that allow people to have autonomy in how they use space. Discussed using collaborative democracy tool to create principles. Groups of 4/5 edit and contribute, come up with finite list, 10 or less principles. Alternately, more democratic consensus model, but what does that look like?

We don't have a full quorum, but we should talk about process and what goals look like

Jim: I think the collaborative democracy tool would be better, would provide greater amount of ideas and suggestions and enable collaborative input. We'll have benefit of everyone weighing in.

Jenna: I'm not so sure we need that tool, we don't have that many people. I was hoping we could see what ICT had come up with.

tech principles for ICT
http://ict.ussf2010.org/wiki/technology_principles

Mark: When the Technology principles were set up, they were in 1 location. I want to be as transparent to prevent blow up like in Atlanta. I want to make sure we get as many voices as possible. It's going to be the framework of how we deal with any difficulties that might arise, what we fall back on.

Jenna: I can see using a model like a spokes council, we each go to our group and then bring findings back.

Mark: Organizations that want to have this autonomous thing, it seems like those types of orgs are important, need to do outreach to get them involved.

Jenna: By group, or groups of groups by category?

gunner: individual groups should be invited to weigh in, IMO.

Mark: Do targeted outreach, then whoever wants to be involved can be involved.

Jim: you can have shutdown date, but need to be inclusive.

Jenna: Maybe we can be responsible for polling our own group and reaching out to one other?

Jim: Perhaps there should be calls for the different calls for groupings.

Mark: I agree that as we move on there will lots of org structures for dealing with different aspects of it. What I suggest moving forward with this is try to get another meeting relatively soon, put a process proposal out and move forward. It might be a little too much of a challenge to set up a collaborative democracy and get what we want. I'd like to do another meeting and get this hammered down. Then we can focus and get away from top-down stuff.

Gunner: I agree

Jenna: I'm twinkling/i agree

* Collaborating organizations

Mark: How we can do outreach to coalitions, do autonomy, extend autonomy. We want to have multiple visions of training, drop-in, smorgasbord of ways to interact with technology. To be able to allow people to use space for all their needs in a way that fits with principles that come about. How to have the individual decisions not need to go to the top-level group, keep the power with the people using the space, not the small organizing group. I think with 21000 feet we can do amazing things. Give people space to do good things well.

Jim: Thinking of bigger players vs smaller ones, insuring inclusiveness. This all makes sense to me.

* Meeting to decide

Mark: OK we need to get guiding principles nailed down. But the 2 big things on our radar how to set up the space to allow dropins, open access but also to allow people to set up stations that can exist for the duration of event, prometheous, radref, west coast mob, . Not walled off but knowing that people can do what they do, not really have to be constantly working on finding where to work. There's a space dedicated to youth, what other spaces will be dedicated, if folks walk in the space, where can they set up and use the space.

Jim: Does that also mean that certain size space will be assigned for a group? Are we considering any limitation? Or deal with it as we need it.

Mark: I'm expressing my view. We're sure that "youth" needs to have their own dedicated space. Not really Any thinking that's gone farther than that. But in terms of formal process on that. I think that needs to be its own meeting. That conversation could last a full hour. If we do that right, nothing but good things are going to happen. If not, landmines, and I've seen landmines. Don't want to strangle with process, but I know what a loaded issue that can be if someone feels they don't have access. When you get a warrior riled up that can be scary.

Jenna: Can I go back to the principles? We talked about principles and goals, on the pages I see "consistent with charter", etc. Is that's what going to come out of this, are we scrapping the goals?

Mark: The principles are a great starting place, they're about creating space. That is a really good place to start for the kind of things we're shooting for with these principles.

Jenna: Looking at this list of 10 things of carefully referenced. I want to say "what do you think this is going to be all about for us?"

Mark: We don't really have a model, want to find what works best. How do we want this to run? How can people who want to contribute do so? Not "don't chew gum" type things. What are our goals, visions? What do we want the space to look like? How do we want people to feel?

Jenna: Those are great questions.

Mark: There's no template for what we're doing. It's like "what are we trying to do"

Jim: Looking back at 2007, do you see anything from that lends itself to that?

Mark: That process got hamstrung based on where they decided to put it. There wasn't any good documentation that came out of that process. Rooms were in bowels of civic center, had to walk past security guards.

Jim: Yes, there was lots of security for sure

Mark: It was fully functioning but not useful.

Gunner: I would name hardware security as a concern, but let's not take that on now.

Mark: that's going to be a big thing to focus on over the months. I hope there can be sub-working group discussing logistics of running the space. How do we get the volunteers, "hall monitors", not cops but someone is watching the space. With massive open hours. What do we want to take on? Maybe focus on desktops, etc.

Gunner: And ultimate security must fall to autonomous groups.

Mark: Yes, has to be spread around, not top-down being responsible for other people's equipment.

Gunner: I hope registration has enough space.

Mark: We had 40 computers set up in Atlanta, tons of computers not being used all the time. I don't know the latest details.

Mark: Those are all my major points, will follow up Mallory and Adele, try to get another meeting happening soon and then break off into work groups around major issues.

Jenna: Sounds good

Gunner: yep

Mark: Maybe figure out types of orgs who might want access, figure out smorgasbord of types of orgs who might be there.

=== March 26-28, 2010 ===
Meeting for the Organizing Committee (OC) of the USSF

===== Taken from [[Organizing_Committee#OC_schedule_and_meeting_notes|OC Notes]] =====
:where we're at/what we need:

- we're at beginning stages of this process [next call is supposed to cover.
- need more media folks to come on the calls to develop the center
- have had some good convos between ICT and comms, are in a better place
- we have the historical view of what the center was: there was a professionals section, a computer area, then there was an upstairs spot where folks were programming. had 30 computers last time wired to the same system, all used linux system. hunch this time is that there will be more non-professional folks.
- alfredo: determined we should open up a second media server for ussf video. [what does that mean? the server is a souped up computer which holds data and delivers it when needed. to do one for video would mean much more storage for videos, possibly a higher level of performance. would include plenary sessions.
- youth told alfredo they want their own section and their own space of computers.
- youth rep says they haven't talked about computers
- daily newspaper at the forum. at WSF it's called Terra Viva. could start with critical moment framework. could print 5-10k daily. would be a way for everything to hook up. could publish in 2 languages [not translating but just producing in diff languages]...in fact terra viva might already be planned for this forum. what would the budget be for this? who would staff it?
- could talk about controversies from 07 which could be useful

:UPDATE on HISTORY:

controversy:
- press badges. having folks register for press badges and then not be allowed into PMC if they didn't have official badges.
- tension between professional and non-professional media in terms of space
- tension between ppl with laptops vs without computers. how many stations are we going to set up with power/ethernet vs stations with computers at them
- space issue created a controversy with one group - PMC ended up in a back room up 3 stairs in a series of rooms. tech worked to make the best of it, this group didn't respond well and ended up doing trainings in the space, taking over another space, etc.

:THIS TIME AROUND:

- has been very collaborative. ICT/Comms have committed not to take over the space. All creating the principles.
- no press passes. everyone's media, everyone has a story to tell.
- talked about having a space set aside for youth so they don't get pushed aside, trumped.
- we will have a separate live room for interviews and press briefings.
- Free Speech wants to cover the whole thing. If Democracy Now wants to do it what do we do? [they broadcast early]
- emergency folks come on.

:RESOURCES:

- 100 computers from Chicago
- 50 from Aspiration/Ruckus
- we have a crew from SF that does mesh networking...keeps us from having server crashes.
- hotels, WCCC, etc.
- 100 people on the writers network list. hope at least 25 of them come.

:NEEDS:
- in Atl we were running around last minute for surge protectors etc. Need to double check that we have
- internet connectivity has free wireless access which could get slammed. in ATL we got 4 DSL lines.
- will need tables and chairs in the space
- storage space and a work space before the ussf. from early june. need to store computers possibly as early as a few weeks. may need to rent a van to take computers between spaces.
- to assess what software needs to be on the computers [final cut? media editing software? Image, Audio, Video Editing. the image and audio stuff that's free and open source is really good, folks are using it already. the video editing software thats free and open source is not so great yet. folks who bring their own computers will likely have their own software. folks who are coming and wanting to try for the first time. [opinion - have a couple with final cut pro on it]
- to shape the radical reference and aspirations trainings [with a youth rep]
- the online PMC - where is that going to live? [in 2007 the blog fed to the front page and that jacked up how many folks were blogging. could intercept it with twitter, fb, etc.]

:BIG QUESTIONS:
- are we going to put out major $ for software we don't politically believe in. [youth could have that as a part of their process]
- will we have wireless access in every ussf space? goal is YES. limitation is a) electrical outlets, b) points where we have internet access coming in? is there a way to connect at hart plaza...are we allowed to? same for hush house, etc.

:UPDATES:
- how can we have folks donate equipment and funds to support this thru different funding networks

:TO DO:
- need an appeal letter for PMC by Wednesday
- test run of mesh network [at cobo, at ussf village space]
- talk to Terra Viva to see if they are planning to print at USSF [see critical moment framework, have a way that blogs are feeding into a central space]
- see if we can get a tickertape that shows the titles of new pieces going up.
- recruit more people for the PMC
- map OUR media. reach out to the documentation and eval group.
- reach out to local media.
- ussf media....

=== March 17, 2010 ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organizations

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
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== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center (PMC) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

PDF of Appeal Letter [[http://wiki.ussf2010.org/images/9/90/PMCappealletter.pdf]]

* large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
* dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
* wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
* power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
* computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
* external HD & SD cards:
* video cameras:
* mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
* projectors:
* satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction

=== Online Radio ===
RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
=== Training ===
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

====Directory of workshops we might offer====
''Please add additional workshops and/or your name next to any workshop you would be willing and able to lead''
* Advanced Google/alternatives to Google: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Audio editing
* Audio Harvesting: Bay Area Media Pool
* Blogging 101
* Cloud computing
* Delicious/Open Source alternative: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Drupal 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Drupal for intermediate users
* Editing digital images (e.g. The Gimp) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Fact checking 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Finding public domain images online: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding statistics online
* Hack your library: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]], [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la http://www.greenmap.org) [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* OpenOffice.org/NeoOffice 101
* RSS: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Search like a librarian: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]], [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]
* Twitter/Identica
* Video editing
* Wiki101, Wiki201 [[MarkDilley]]
* Wordpress 101
* Information-seeking Q&A [[User:Alycia|Alycia]]

====Scheduled workshops====
With seating for 20 people or fewer. No giant workshops.
* FOSS Installfest! (can be scheduled multiple times) - MF/PL & USSF ICT

====Equipment and space needs====
We'll need several projectors. Not sure about screens.

====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====
[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

[http://aspirationtech.org Aspiration] and [http://www.ruckus.org The Ruckus Society]

The Ruckus Society provides environmental, human rights, and social justice organizers with the tools, training, and support needed to achieve their goals.

Aspiration helps nonprofit organizations and social justice activists make more effective use of technology.

Ruckus and Aspiration will be facilitating a loose collective of 10-15 trainers, including folks from [http://www.ran.org Rainforest Action Network], [http://www.radicaldesigns.org Radical Designs], [http://riseup.net Riseup.net], and [http://torproject.org TOR]. We plan to do many of the trainings as participant-driven, "what do you want to learn?" sessions.

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open
Wireless mesh network

=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===

=== Principles ===

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
[[Green Guerrillas]] Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform their reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (GlassBeadCollective.org)
: Local [[Indymedia]] collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh IndyPGH.org
:--Rochester NY Rochester.Indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities TC.Indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area Indybay.org
:--Houston Houston.Indymedia.org
:--Portland Portland.Indymedia.org
:--Philly PhillyIMC.org
:--Urbana-Champaign UCIMC.org
:--Chicago Chicago.Indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: ???
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Targeted outreach strategy
# Reports back
## [[Online Media Center]]
## Trainings
# Tech Setup (http://lists.mayfirst.org/pipermail/pmc/2010-May/000065.html)

=== May 4, 2010 ===

Facilitator: Mark
Notetaker: Mallory

# Introductions: Leslie, Mark, Melissa, Lottie, Mallory
# MC Principles
# Reports back
## Trainings - Leslie: Different kinds of trainings could be given in a directory of people/skills (available in online user profile) and also getting list of needs for guerrilla trainings. Equipment and space by going over the floor plan to accommodate workshops, trainings, organization/groups set-ups, open spaces. Need is to talk about who the participating organizations are (item 4). Need to talk about the schedule. Did discuss the existence of help desk, security, jobs for volunteers. Reduce number of people in trainings. Possibility of having silent zones, needing space to do video recordings.
## Online Media Center http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Online_Media_Center: Adding functionality online for organizing participant skills, how to schedule and display trainings, etc.
## Printed program text (item 2: MC Principles)
# Targeted outreach strategy: Includes newsletters, forwarding to networks, etc. Need to come up with a list, too.

=== April 27, 2010 ===
Facilitator: Lottie
Notetaker: Mallory

1. Introductions:
Lottie, Scott Byrd, Jesse (race Poverty and Environment), Divad (Left Turn), Mallory, Jenna (Radical Reference), Leslie (Green Guerrillas), Gunner (Aspiration, SF), Mark

2. Reports back
* Divad - Left Turn's vision for a tent space to connect everyday experiences with collective vision to engage people to program and share informally, dialogues, building work, more than just info on the table. Will send invitation around. Scott: space is not just like a center place in Cobo Hall but that there are other satellite locations, too.
* Scott - Communications will produce a newspaper daily, like the IPS work on the WSF Tera Viva publication which will be produced within the Media Center. Actual frequency depends on capacity and funding. Rad Ref can help with fact checking and research.
* Jesse - Organizing journalists to identify themes within the USSF, taking the opportunity to do interviews. Will send more info via email list and wiki.
* Lottie - Story mapping project & AMC + USSF, Digital Justice Coalition, on workshops and other things but there will be a presence. It's still being worked out.
* Mallory - The Cochabamba Climate Change conference and with my experience from last WSF in Brazil I'm excited to share the possibilities and how to organize folks on the ground to amass all of the media content production of the people that come.

3. Questions, other agenda items, etc.

'''ITEMS ON OUR PROCESS:'''
* Internal wiki organizing: http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
* Calls every other week splitting up tech/planning?
* Communication between calls--maybe use the wiki for planning, etc.
* Organizational structure and plan? What to expect and what we can do?
* Need to get ready to do more reports back to the larger organizing group, agenda space at the end of May

'''COMMITTEE WORK FOR REPORT BACK NEXT MEETING:'''
* (Lottie) Space map and overview of space management?
* (Scott) Webpage committee External Web organizing: Development on front-facing web information about the Media Center, sign up, more info, etc. Management of time slots, space allocation, etc. http://www.ussf2010.org/pmc, link to wiki page, how to list sponsoring organizations, collaborating organizations, also to list principles.
* (Jenna & Leslie) Organizing skillshares (outreach) & schedule and workshops; to include workshops officially submitted or not? Scott can send out the map and also a skeleton of the schedule:
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/floorplan.doc
(this is scaled one inch=20 feet)
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/PMCSCHEDULE.doc
(ok--don't need a pw now)
* (Everyone) Compile list of whose coming and skill-share bringing?
* (Mallory) Tech available for pooling media? Will make proposal for next time. Also will be on the call for this Thursday's ICT meeting
* (Scott + B. Loewe) Include PMC in next email blast and include physical mapping to help people get more involved. Deadline of two weeks to direct people to the website so that people can 'sign-up' or use our working group connections to do a prioritized outreach effort.
* (Mallory) Coordinate space with the larger organizing body - OC & NPC, reports back and agenda points

4. tabled: Appeals letter

5. tabled: MC Principles

=== April 13, 2010 ===
'''Introductions''': Mark - Open Flows & May First People Link, Lottie - East Michigan Environmental Action Coalition, Mallory - May First/People Link, Marisa, Leslie - Green Guerrillas (Ithaca), Divad - Left Turn

'''Report backs''' (please help fill in details)
*group from CA
*Labor Video Project-L.A.-media group
*concrete link with AMC and USSF (still in progress, happening in digital justice coalition meeting)
*on the commons - "Story Catchers" (onthecommons.org)
*paper tiger, labor video project
*Left Turn: workshops, tent, space to share info and interact
*space: http://www.cobocenter.com/css/floorplan_Level2.pdf (Media Center is in Abassador's dining room - second floor)

'''Collaboratively generate principles in the notes'''

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media.

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Hierarchy,

example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta:
WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:

1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media,
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

'''Possible Resources for principles'''

http://detroit-commons.googlegroups.com/web/12+TOOL+Commons+Principles.pdf?hl=en&gda=05Z_KVEAAABcWT6j0H-2INgPxitNabIJsptjT6xeQjY7eA5rm3EI5_tmfy0hzMX6IDJThzwPyzieCIVVhZscB0LAVRmUysZPUwk_6Qi3BU8HCN0q6OYwM5VxXgp_nHWJXhfr7YhqVgA&gsc=6qnRwRgAAADlZhfgygjPXabZM44WGISVzd9Opkpm_OYDmqOe5cGGCQ

Detroit Digital Justice Coalition Principles:

VISION
The Detroit Digital Justice Coalition
is comprised of people and organizations in Detroit who believe that
communication is a fundamental human right. We are securing that right
through activities that are grounded in the digital justice principles
of: access, participation, common ownership, and healthy communities.
PRINCIPLES
Access
Digital justice ensures that all members of our community have
equal access to media and technology, as producers as well as consumers.
Digital justice provides multiple layers of communications
infrastructure in order to ensure that every member of the community
has access to life-saving emergency information.
Digital justice values all different languages, dialects and forms of communication.

Participation
Digital justice prioritizes the participation of people who have
been traditionally excluded from and attacked by media and technology.
Digital justice advances our ability to tell our own stories, as individuals and as communities.
Digital justice values non-digital forms of communication and fosters knowledge-sharing across generations.
Digital justice demystifies technology to the point where we can
not only use it, but create our own technologies and participate in the
decisions that will shape communications infrastructure.

Common ownership
Digital justice fuels the creation of knowledge, tools and technologies that are free and shared openly with the public.
Digital justice promotes diverse business models for the control
and distribution of information, including: cooperative business models
and municipal ownership.

Healthy communities
Digital justice provides spaces through which people can
investigate community problems, generate solutions, create media and
organize together.
Digital justice promotes alternative energy, recycling and
salvaging technology, and using technology to promote environmental
solutions.
Digital justice advances community-based economic development by
expanding technology access for small businesses, independent artists
and other entrepreneurs.
Digital justice integrates media and technology into education in
order to transform teaching and learning, to value multiple learning
styles and to expand the process of learning beyond the classroom and
across the lifespan.

=== April 1, 2010 ===
Introductions
On call: Mark, gunner, Jim, Jenna
Mark facilitating, gunner taking notes

* Individuals Report on Support Contacts

* Adele & Mallory Report back from OC meeting

These folks are not present, and no one on call was at recent organizers meeting in Detroit.

* Appeal Letter for Fundraising

No on call who can speak to this tonight.

* Creating Organizing Principles and Goals

In last call, we discussed wanting a set of principles. Not specifics, set of principles that allow people to have autonomy in how they use space. Discussed using collaborative democracy tool to create principles. Groups of 4/5 edit and contribute, come up with finite list, 10 or less principles. Alternately, more democratic consensus model, but what does that look like?

We don't have a full quorum, but we should talk about process and what goals look like

Jim: I think the collaborative democracy tool would be better, would provide greater amount of ideas and suggestions and enable collaborative input. We'll have benefit of everyone weighing in.

Jenna: I'm not so sure we need that tool, we don't have that many people. I was hoping we could see what ICT had come up with.

tech principles for ICT
http://ict.ussf2010.org/wiki/technology_principles

Mark: When the Technology principles were set up, they were in 1 location. I want to be as transparent to prevent blow up like in Atlanta. I want to make sure we get as many voices as possible. It's going to be the framework of how we deal with any difficulties that might arise, what we fall back on.

Jenna: I can see using a model like a spokes council, we each go to our group and then bring findings back.

Mark: Organizations that want to have this autonomous thing, it seems like those types of orgs are important, need to do outreach to get them involved.

Jenna: By group, or groups of groups by category?

gunner: individual groups should be invited to weigh in, IMO.

Mark: Do targeted outreach, then whoever wants to be involved can be involved.

Jim: you can have shutdown date, but need to be inclusive.

Jenna: Maybe we can be responsible for polling our own group and reaching out to one other?

Jim: Perhaps there should be calls for the different calls for groupings.

Mark: I agree that as we move on there will lots of org structures for dealing with different aspects of it. What I suggest moving forward with this is try to get another meeting relatively soon, put a process proposal out and move forward. It might be a little too much of a challenge to set up a collaborative democracy and get what we want. I'd like to do another meeting and get this hammered down. Then we can focus and get away from top-down stuff.

Gunner: I agree

Jenna: I'm twinkling/i agree

* Collaborating organizations

Mark: How we can do outreach to coalitions, do autonomy, extend autonomy. We want to have multiple visions of training, drop-in, smorgasbord of ways to interact with technology. To be able to allow people to use space for all their needs in a way that fits with principles that come about. How to have the individual decisions not need to go to the top-level group, keep the power with the people using the space, not the small organizing group. I think with 21000 feet we can do amazing things. Give people space to do good things well.

Jim: Thinking of bigger players vs smaller ones, insuring inclusiveness. This all makes sense to me.

* Meeting to decide

Mark: OK we need to get guiding principles nailed down. But the 2 big things on our radar how to set up the space to allow dropins, open access but also to allow people to set up stations that can exist for the duration of event, prometheous, radref, west coast mob, . Not walled off but knowing that people can do what they do, not really have to be constantly working on finding where to work. There's a space dedicated to youth, what other spaces will be dedicated, if folks walk in the space, where can they set up and use the space.

Jim: Does that also mean that certain size space will be assigned for a group? Are we considering any limitation? Or deal with it as we need it.

Mark: I'm expressing my view. We're sure that "youth" needs to have their own dedicated space. Not really Any thinking that's gone farther than that. But in terms of formal process on that. I think that needs to be its own meeting. That conversation could last a full hour. If we do that right, nothing but good things are going to happen. If not, landmines, and I've seen landmines. Don't want to strangle with process, but I know what a loaded issue that can be if someone feels they don't have access. When you get a warrior riled up that can be scary.

Jenna: Can I go back to the principles? We talked about principles and goals, on the pages I see "consistent with charter", etc. Is that's what going to come out of this, are we scrapping the goals?

Mark: The principles are a great starting place, they're about creating space. That is a really good place to start for the kind of things we're shooting for with these principles.

Jenna: Looking at this list of 10 things of carefully referenced. I want to say "what do you think this is going to be all about for us?"

Mark: We don't really have a model, want to find what works best. How do we want this to run? How can people who want to contribute do so? Not "don't chew gum" type things. What are our goals, visions? What do we want the space to look like? How do we want people to feel?

Jenna: Those are great questions.

Mark: There's no template for what we're doing. It's like "what are we trying to do"

Jim: Looking back at 2007, do you see anything from that lends itself to that?

Mark: That process got hamstrung based on where they decided to put it. There wasn't any good documentation that came out of that process. Rooms were in bowels of civic center, had to walk past security guards.

Jim: Yes, there was lots of security for sure

Mark: It was fully functioning but not useful.

Gunner: I would name hardware security as a concern, but let's not take that on now.

Mark: that's going to be a big thing to focus on over the months. I hope there can be sub-working group discussing logistics of running the space. How do we get the volunteers, "hall monitors", not cops but someone is watching the space. With massive open hours. What do we want to take on? Maybe focus on desktops, etc.

Gunner: And ultimate security must fall to autonomous groups.

Mark: Yes, has to be spread around, not top-down being responsible for other people's equipment.

Gunner: I hope registration has enough space.

Mark: We had 40 computers set up in Atlanta, tons of computers not being used all the time. I don't know the latest details.

Mark: Those are all my major points, will follow up Mallory and Adele, try to get another meeting happening soon and then break off into work groups around major issues.

Jenna: Sounds good

Gunner: yep

Mark: Maybe figure out types of orgs who might want access, figure out smorgasbord of types of orgs who might be there.

=== March 26-28, 2010 ===
Meeting for the Organizing Committee (OC) of the USSF

===== Taken from [[Organizing_Committee#OC_schedule_and_meeting_notes|OC Notes]] =====
:where we're at/what we need:

- we're at beginning stages of this process [next call is supposed to cover.
- need more media folks to come on the calls to develop the center
- have had some good convos between ICT and comms, are in a better place
- we have the historical view of what the center was: there was a professionals section, a computer area, then there was an upstairs spot where folks were programming. had 30 computers last time wired to the same system, all used linux system. hunch this time is that there will be more non-professional folks.
- alfredo: determined we should open up a second media server for ussf video. [what does that mean? the server is a souped up computer which holds data and delivers it when needed. to do one for video would mean much more storage for videos, possibly a higher level of performance. would include plenary sessions.
- youth told alfredo they want their own section and their own space of computers.
- youth rep says they haven't talked about computers
- daily newspaper at the forum. at WSF it's called Terra Viva. could start with critical moment framework. could print 5-10k daily. would be a way for everything to hook up. could publish in 2 languages [not translating but just producing in diff languages]...in fact terra viva might already be planned for this forum. what would the budget be for this? who would staff it?
- could talk about controversies from 07 which could be useful

:UPDATE on HISTORY:

controversy:
- press badges. having folks register for press badges and then not be allowed into PMC if they didn't have official badges.
- tension between professional and non-professional media in terms of space
- tension between ppl with laptops vs without computers. how many stations are we going to set up with power/ethernet vs stations with computers at them
- space issue created a controversy with one group - PMC ended up in a back room up 3 stairs in a series of rooms. tech worked to make the best of it, this group didn't respond well and ended up doing trainings in the space, taking over another space, etc.

:THIS TIME AROUND:

- has been very collaborative. ICT/Comms have committed not to take over the space. All creating the principles.
- no press passes. everyone's media, everyone has a story to tell.
- talked about having a space set aside for youth so they don't get pushed aside, trumped.
- we will have a separate live room for interviews and press briefings.
- Free Speech wants to cover the whole thing. If Democracy Now wants to do it what do we do? [they broadcast early]
- emergency folks come on.

:RESOURCES:

- 100 computers from Chicago
- 50 from Aspiration/Ruckus
- we have a crew from SF that does mesh networking...keeps us from having server crashes.
- hotels, WCCC, etc.
- 100 people on the writers network list. hope at least 25 of them come.

:NEEDS:
- in Atl we were running around last minute for surge protectors etc. Need to double check that we have
- internet connectivity has free wireless access which could get slammed. in ATL we got 4 DSL lines.
- will need tables and chairs in the space
- storage space and a work space before the ussf. from early june. need to store computers possibly as early as a few weeks. may need to rent a van to take computers between spaces.
- to assess what software needs to be on the computers [final cut? media editing software? Image, Audio, Video Editing. the image and audio stuff that's free and open source is really good, folks are using it already. the video editing software thats free and open source is not so great yet. folks who bring their own computers will likely have their own software. folks who are coming and wanting to try for the first time. [opinion - have a couple with final cut pro on it]
- to shape the radical reference and aspirations trainings [with a youth rep]
- the online PMC - where is that going to live? [in 2007 the blog fed to the front page and that jacked up how many folks were blogging. could intercept it with twitter, fb, etc.]

:BIG QUESTIONS:
- are we going to put out major $ for software we don't politically believe in. [youth could have that as a part of their process]
- will we have wireless access in every ussf space? goal is YES. limitation is a) electrical outlets, b) points where we have internet access coming in? is there a way to connect at hart plaza...are we allowed to? same for hush house, etc.

:UPDATES:
- how can we have folks donate equipment and funds to support this thru different funding networks

:TO DO:
- need an appeal letter for PMC by Wednesday
- test run of mesh network [at cobo, at ussf village space]
- talk to Terra Viva to see if they are planning to print at USSF [see critical moment framework, have a way that blogs are feeding into a central space]
- see if we can get a tickertape that shows the titles of new pieces going up.
- recruit more people for the PMC
- map OUR media. reach out to the documentation and eval group.
- reach out to local media.
- ussf media....

=== March 17, 2010 ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organizations

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

Media Center

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'''Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center'''

; Next Call: Tuesday, May 11, 2010 - 9pm EDT // 6pm PDT
: [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

; Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

; Live Notes!: http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb

; Email list signup: [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC Email List signup]

== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center (PMC) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

;large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
;dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
;wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
;power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
;computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
;external HD & SD cards:
;video cameras:
;mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
;projectors:
;satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction

=== Online Radio ===
RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
=== Training ===
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

====Directory of workshops we might offer====
''Please add additional workshops and/or your name next to any workshop you would be willing and able to lead''
* Advanced Google/alternatives to Google: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Audio editing
* Blogging 101
* Cloud computing
* Delicious/Open Source alternative: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Drupal 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Drupal for intermediate users
* Editing digital images (e.g. The Gimp)
* Fact checking 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.)
* Finding public domain images online: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding statistics online
* Hack your library: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la [http://www.greenmap.org http://www.greenmap.org])
* OpenOffice.org/NeoOffice 101
* RSS: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Search like a librarian: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Twitter/Identica
* Video editing
* Wordpress 101

====Scheduled workshops====
With seating for 20 people or fewer. No giant workshops.

====Equipment and space needs====
We'll need several projectors. Not sure about screens.

====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====
[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

Planned or on-demand workshop ideas
* share your favorite open source tool
* I think it would be interesting to have a reference Q&A session, maybe not something that needs to be led by a librarian, but a resource-sharing session where people could share useful websites, resources, etc.? A reference event with a group as opposed to one-on-one?
* How to start a zine library, independent library, or infoshop (perhaps ABC No Rio Zine Library folks would be willing to help, or we could invite in anyone who is interested for a caucus/discussion?)
* Intro/how to search like a librarian (basics--truncation, boolean, etc.)
* I think a general, How to Hack Your Library session (about the basic services that all libraries should have and how to find them) would be good--since not everyone will be from Detroit
* There must be one or two really awesome collections in Detroit, right? Could we/would we want to organize a field trip?
* I would also be really interested to discuss print vs. digital culture in some way, but I'm not sure how to articulate this well. I'm sure there will be a large amount of radical publishers attending the USSF, so I'd be interested to talk more about how they are feeling about their publications as ebooks and online resources are seen more and more in the mainstream as a threat. Maybe this is just something for me to think about at the forum, and less so a presentation topic, though.
* Web 2.0 tools (I hate that term, but what can you do?), e.g. Twitter, Delicious, RSS feeds
* Finding free public domain images, copyright issues
* Advanced Googling, alternatives to Google
* maybe some software applications, depending on who is good at stuff--knowing that the Media Center is unlikely to provide access to proprietary apps like MS Office
* Cloud computing and other nifty online tools
* Fact-Checking 101
* Finding Statistics Online
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.)
* Intro to Drupal
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la [http://www.greenmap.org http://www.greenmap.org])
* maybe even a Detroit-specific Hack Your Library (in NYC, we just did one: [http://radicalreference.info/node/2957 http://radicalreference.info/node/2957])

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open
Wireless mesh network

=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===

=== Principles ===

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform theirr reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (glassbeadcollective.org)
: Local Indymedia collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh indypgh.org
:--Rochester NY rochester.indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities tc.indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area indybay.org
:--Houston houston.indymedia.org
:--Portland portland.indymedia.org
:--Philly phillyimc.org
:--Urbana-Champaign ucimc.org
:--Chicago chicago.indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: ???
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Targeted outreach strategy
# Reports back
## [[Online Media Center]]
## Trainings

=== May 4, 2010 ===

Facilitator: Mark
Notetaker: Mallory

# Introductions: Leslie, Mark, Melissa, Lottie, Mallory
# MC Principles
# Reports back
## Trainings - Leslie: Different kinds of trainings could be given in a directory of people/skills (available in online user profile) and also getting list of needs for guerrilla trainings. Equipment and space by going over the floor plan to accommodate workshops, trainings, organization/groups set-ups, open spaces. Need is to talk about who the participating organizations are (item 4). Need to talk about the schedule. Did discuss the existence of help desk, security, jobs for volunteers. Reduce number of people in trainings. Possibility of having silent zones, needing space to do video recordings.
## Online Media Center http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Online_Media_Center: Adding functionality online for organizing participant skills, how to schedule and display trainings, etc.
## Printed program text (item 2: MC Principles)
# Targeted outreach strategy: Includes newsletters, forwarding to networks, etc. Need to come up with a list, too.

=== April 27, 2010 ===
Facilitator: Lottie
Notetaker: Mallory

1. Introductions:
Lottie, Scott Byrd, Jesse (race Poverty and Environment), Divad (Left Turn), Mallory, Jenna (Radical Reference), Leslie (Green Guerrillas), Gunner (Aspiration, SF), Mark

2. Reports back
* Divad - Left Turn's vision for a tent space to connect everyday experiences with collective vision to engage people to program and share informally, dialogues, building work, more than just info on the table. Will send invitation around. Scott: space is not just like a center place in Cobo Hall but that there are other satellite locations, too.
* Scott - Communications will produce a newspaper daily, like the IPS work on the WSF Tera Viva publication which will be produced within the Media Center. Actual frequency depends on capacity and funding. Rad Ref can help with fact checking and research.
* Jesse - Organizing journalists to identify themes within the USSF, taking the opportunity to do interviews. Will send more info via email list and wiki.
* Lottie - Story mapping project & AMC + USSF, Digital Justice Coalition, on workshops and other things but there will be a presence. It's still being worked out.
* Mallory - The Cochabamba Climate Change conference and with my experience from last WSF in Brazil I'm excited to share the possibilities and how to organize folks on the ground to amass all of the media content production of the people that come.

3. Questions, other agenda items, etc.

'''ITEMS ON OUR PROCESS:'''
* Internal wiki organizing: http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
* Calls every other week splitting up tech/planning?
* Communication between calls--maybe use the wiki for planning, etc.
* Organizational structure and plan? What to expect and what we can do?
* Need to get ready to do more reports back to the larger organizing group, agenda space at the end of May

'''COMMITTEE WORK FOR REPORT BACK NEXT MEETING:'''
* (Lottie) Space map and overview of space management?
* (Scott) Webpage committee External Web organizing: Development on front-facing web information about the Media Center, sign up, more info, etc. Management of time slots, space allocation, etc. http://www.ussf2010.org/pmc, link to wiki page, how to list sponsoring organizations, collaborating organizations, also to list principles.
* (Jenna & Leslie) Organizing skillshares (outreach) & schedule and workshops; to include workshops officially submitted or not? Scott can send out the map and also a skeleton of the schedule:
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/floorplan.doc
(this is scaled one inch=20 feet)
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/PMCSCHEDULE.doc
(ok--don't need a pw now)
* (Everyone) Compile list of whose coming and skill-share bringing?
* (Mallory) Tech available for pooling media? Will make proposal for next time. Also will be on the call for this Thursday's ICT meeting
* (Scott + B. Loewe) Include PMC in next email blast and include physical mapping to help people get more involved. Deadline of two weeks to direct people to the website so that people can 'sign-up' or use our working group connections to do a prioritized outreach effort.
* (Mallory) Coordinate space with the larger organizing body - OC & NPC, reports back and agenda points

4. tabled: Appeals letter

5. tabled: MC Principles

=== April 13, 2010 ===
'''Introductions''': Mark - Open Flows & May First People Link, Lottie - East Michigan Environmental Action Coalition, Mallory - May First/People Link, Marisa, Leslie - Green Guerrillas (Ithaca), Divad - Left Turn

'''Report backs''' (please help fill in details)
*group from CA
*Labor Video Project-L.A.-media group
*concrete link with AMC and USSF (still in progress, happening in digital justice coalition meeting)
*on the commons - "Story Catchers" (onthecommons.org)
*paper tiger, labor video project
*Left Turn: workshops, tent, space to share info and interact
*space: http://www.cobocenter.com/css/floorplan_Level2.pdf (Media Center is in Abassador's dining room - second floor)

'''Collaboratively generate principles in the notes'''

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media.

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Hierarchy,

example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta:
WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:

1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media,
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

'''Possible Resources for principles'''

http://detroit-commons.googlegroups.com/web/12+TOOL+Commons+Principles.pdf?hl=en&gda=05Z_KVEAAABcWT6j0H-2INgPxitNabIJsptjT6xeQjY7eA5rm3EI5_tmfy0hzMX6IDJThzwPyzieCIVVhZscB0LAVRmUysZPUwk_6Qi3BU8HCN0q6OYwM5VxXgp_nHWJXhfr7YhqVgA&gsc=6qnRwRgAAADlZhfgygjPXabZM44WGISVzd9Opkpm_OYDmqOe5cGGCQ

Detroit Digital Justice Coalition Principles:

VISION
The Detroit Digital Justice Coalition
is comprised of people and organizations in Detroit who believe that
communication is a fundamental human right. We are securing that right
through activities that are grounded in the digital justice principles
of: access, participation, common ownership, and healthy communities.
PRINCIPLES
Access
Digital justice ensures that all members of our community have
equal access to media and technology, as producers as well as consumers.
Digital justice provides multiple layers of communications
infrastructure in order to ensure that every member of the community
has access to life-saving emergency information.
Digital justice values all different languages, dialects and forms of communication.

Participation
Digital justice prioritizes the participation of people who have
been traditionally excluded from and attacked by media and technology.
Digital justice advances our ability to tell our own stories, as individuals and as communities.
Digital justice values non-digital forms of communication and fosters knowledge-sharing across generations.
Digital justice demystifies technology to the point where we can
not only use it, but create our own technologies and participate in the
decisions that will shape communications infrastructure.

Common ownership
Digital justice fuels the creation of knowledge, tools and technologies that are free and shared openly with the public.
Digital justice promotes diverse business models for the control
and distribution of information, including: cooperative business models
and municipal ownership.

Healthy communities
Digital justice provides spaces through which people can
investigate community problems, generate solutions, create media and
organize together.
Digital justice promotes alternative energy, recycling and
salvaging technology, and using technology to promote environmental
solutions.
Digital justice advances community-based economic development by
expanding technology access for small businesses, independent artists
and other entrepreneurs.
Digital justice integrates media and technology into education in
order to transform teaching and learning, to value multiple learning
styles and to expand the process of learning beyond the classroom and
across the lifespan.

=== April 1, 2010 ===
Introductions
On call: Mark, gunner, Jim, Jenna
Mark facilitating, gunner taking notes

* Individuals Report on Support Contacts

* Adele & Mallory Report back from OC meeting

These folks are not present, and no one on call was at recent organizers meeting in Detroit.

* Appeal Letter for Fundraising

No on call who can speak to this tonight.

* Creating Organizing Principles and Goals

In last call, we discussed wanting a set of principles. Not specifics, set of principles that allow people to have autonomy in how they use space. Discussed using collaborative democracy tool to create principles. Groups of 4/5 edit and contribute, come up with finite list, 10 or less principles. Alternately, more democratic consensus model, but what does that look like?

We don't have a full quorum, but we should talk about process and what goals look like

Jim: I think the collaborative democracy tool would be better, would provide greater amount of ideas and suggestions and enable collaborative input. We'll have benefit of everyone weighing in.

Jenna: I'm not so sure we need that tool, we don't have that many people. I was hoping we could see what ICT had come up with.

tech principles for ICT
http://ict.ussf2010.org/wiki/technology_principles

Mark: When the Technology principles were set up, they were in 1 location. I want to be as transparent to prevent blow up like in Atlanta. I want to make sure we get as many voices as possible. It's going to be the framework of how we deal with any difficulties that might arise, what we fall back on.

Jenna: I can see using a model like a spokes council, we each go to our group and then bring findings back.

Mark: Organizations that want to have this autonomous thing, it seems like those types of orgs are important, need to do outreach to get them involved.

Jenna: By group, or groups of groups by category?

gunner: individual groups should be invited to weigh in, IMO.

Mark: Do targeted outreach, then whoever wants to be involved can be involved.

Jim: you can have shutdown date, but need to be inclusive.

Jenna: Maybe we can be responsible for polling our own group and reaching out to one other?

Jim: Perhaps there should be calls for the different calls for groupings.

Mark: I agree that as we move on there will lots of org structures for dealing with different aspects of it. What I suggest moving forward with this is try to get another meeting relatively soon, put a process proposal out and move forward. It might be a little too much of a challenge to set up a collaborative democracy and get what we want. I'd like to do another meeting and get this hammered down. Then we can focus and get away from top-down stuff.

Gunner: I agree

Jenna: I'm twinkling/i agree

* Collaborating organizations

Mark: How we can do outreach to coalitions, do autonomy, extend autonomy. We want to have multiple visions of training, drop-in, smorgasbord of ways to interact with technology. To be able to allow people to use space for all their needs in a way that fits with principles that come about. How to have the individual decisions not need to go to the top-level group, keep the power with the people using the space, not the small organizing group. I think with 21000 feet we can do amazing things. Give people space to do good things well.

Jim: Thinking of bigger players vs smaller ones, insuring inclusiveness. This all makes sense to me.

* Meeting to decide

Mark: OK we need to get guiding principles nailed down. But the 2 big things on our radar how to set up the space to allow dropins, open access but also to allow people to set up stations that can exist for the duration of event, prometheous, radref, west coast mob, . Not walled off but knowing that people can do what they do, not really have to be constantly working on finding where to work. There's a space dedicated to youth, what other spaces will be dedicated, if folks walk in the space, where can they set up and use the space.

Jim: Does that also mean that certain size space will be assigned for a group? Are we considering any limitation? Or deal with it as we need it.

Mark: I'm expressing my view. We're sure that "youth" needs to have their own dedicated space. Not really Any thinking that's gone farther than that. But in terms of formal process on that. I think that needs to be its own meeting. That conversation could last a full hour. If we do that right, nothing but good things are going to happen. If not, landmines, and I've seen landmines. Don't want to strangle with process, but I know what a loaded issue that can be if someone feels they don't have access. When you get a warrior riled up that can be scary.

Jenna: Can I go back to the principles? We talked about principles and goals, on the pages I see "consistent with charter", etc. Is that's what going to come out of this, are we scrapping the goals?

Mark: The principles are a great starting place, they're about creating space. That is a really good place to start for the kind of things we're shooting for with these principles.

Jenna: Looking at this list of 10 things of carefully referenced. I want to say "what do you think this is going to be all about for us?"

Mark: We don't really have a model, want to find what works best. How do we want this to run? How can people who want to contribute do so? Not "don't chew gum" type things. What are our goals, visions? What do we want the space to look like? How do we want people to feel?

Jenna: Those are great questions.

Mark: There's no template for what we're doing. It's like "what are we trying to do"

Jim: Looking back at 2007, do you see anything from that lends itself to that?

Mark: That process got hamstrung based on where they decided to put it. There wasn't any good documentation that came out of that process. Rooms were in bowels of civic center, had to walk past security guards.

Jim: Yes, there was lots of security for sure

Mark: It was fully functioning but not useful.

Gunner: I would name hardware security as a concern, but let's not take that on now.

Mark: that's going to be a big thing to focus on over the months. I hope there can be sub-working group discussing logistics of running the space. How do we get the volunteers, "hall monitors", not cops but someone is watching the space. With massive open hours. What do we want to take on? Maybe focus on desktops, etc.

Gunner: And ultimate security must fall to autonomous groups.

Mark: Yes, has to be spread around, not top-down being responsible for other people's equipment.

Gunner: I hope registration has enough space.

Mark: We had 40 computers set up in Atlanta, tons of computers not being used all the time. I don't know the latest details.

Mark: Those are all my major points, will follow up Mallory and Adele, try to get another meeting happening soon and then break off into work groups around major issues.

Jenna: Sounds good

Gunner: yep

Mark: Maybe figure out types of orgs who might want access, figure out smorgasbord of types of orgs who might be there.

=== March 26-28, 2010 ===
Meeting for the Organizing Committee (OC) of the USSF

===== Taken from [[Organizing_Committee#OC_schedule_and_meeting_notes|OC Notes]] =====
:where we're at/what we need:

- we're at beginning stages of this process [next call is supposed to cover.
- need more media folks to come on the calls to develop the center
- have had some good convos between ICT and comms, are in a better place
- we have the historical view of what the center was: there was a professionals section, a computer area, then there was an upstairs spot where folks were programming. had 30 computers last time wired to the same system, all used linux system. hunch this time is that there will be more non-professional folks.
- alfredo: determined we should open up a second media server for ussf video. [what does that mean? the server is a souped up computer which holds data and delivers it when needed. to do one for video would mean much more storage for videos, possibly a higher level of performance. would include plenary sessions.
- youth told alfredo they want their own section and their own space of computers.
- youth rep says they haven't talked about computers
- daily newspaper at the forum. at WSF it's called Terra Viva. could start with critical moment framework. could print 5-10k daily. would be a way for everything to hook up. could publish in 2 languages [not translating but just producing in diff languages]...in fact terra viva might already be planned for this forum. what would the budget be for this? who would staff it?
- could talk about controversies from 07 which could be useful

:UPDATE on HISTORY:

controversy:
- press badges. having folks register for press badges and then not be allowed into PMC if they didn't have official badges.
- tension between professional and non-professional media in terms of space
- tension between ppl with laptops vs without computers. how many stations are we going to set up with power/ethernet vs stations with computers at them
- space issue created a controversy with one group - PMC ended up in a back room up 3 stairs in a series of rooms. tech worked to make the best of it, this group didn't respond well and ended up doing trainings in the space, taking over another space, etc.

:THIS TIME AROUND:

- has been very collaborative. ICT/Comms have committed not to take over the space. All creating the principles.
- no press passes. everyone's media, everyone has a story to tell.
- talked about having a space set aside for youth so they don't get pushed aside, trumped.
- we will have a separate live room for interviews and press briefings.
- Free Speech wants to cover the whole thing. If Democracy Now wants to do it what do we do? [they broadcast early]
- emergency folks come on.

:RESOURCES:

- 100 computers from Chicago
- 50 from Aspiration/Ruckus
- we have a crew from SF that does mesh networking...keeps us from having server crashes.
- hotels, WCCC, etc.
- 100 people on the writers network list. hope at least 25 of them come.

:NEEDS:
- in Atl we were running around last minute for surge protectors etc. Need to double check that we have
- internet connectivity has free wireless access which could get slammed. in ATL we got 4 DSL lines.
- will need tables and chairs in the space
- storage space and a work space before the ussf. from early june. need to store computers possibly as early as a few weeks. may need to rent a van to take computers between spaces.
- to assess what software needs to be on the computers [final cut? media editing software? Image, Audio, Video Editing. the image and audio stuff that's free and open source is really good, folks are using it already. the video editing software thats free and open source is not so great yet. folks who bring their own computers will likely have their own software. folks who are coming and wanting to try for the first time. [opinion - have a couple with final cut pro on it]
- to shape the radical reference and aspirations trainings [with a youth rep]
- the online PMC - where is that going to live? [in 2007 the blog fed to the front page and that jacked up how many folks were blogging. could intercept it with twitter, fb, etc.]

:BIG QUESTIONS:
- are we going to put out major $ for software we don't politically believe in. [youth could have that as a part of their process]
- will we have wireless access in every ussf space? goal is YES. limitation is a) electrical outlets, b) points where we have internet access coming in? is there a way to connect at hart plaza...are we allowed to? same for hush house, etc.

:UPDATES:
- how can we have folks donate equipment and funds to support this thru different funding networks

:TO DO:
- need an appeal letter for PMC by Wednesday
- test run of mesh network [at cobo, at ussf village space]
- talk to Terra Viva to see if they are planning to print at USSF [see critical moment framework, have a way that blogs are feeding into a central space]
- see if we can get a tickertape that shows the titles of new pieces going up.
- recruit more people for the PMC
- map OUR media. reach out to the documentation and eval group.
- reach out to local media.
- ussf media....

=== March 17, 2010 ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organizations

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

Media Center

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'''Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center'''

; Next Call: Tuesday, May 11, 2010 - 9pm EDT // 6pm PDT
: [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

; Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

; Live Notes!: http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb

; Email list signup: [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC Email List signup]

== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center (PMC) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

;large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
;dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
;wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
;power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
;computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
;external HD & SD cards:
;video cameras:
;mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
;projectors:
;satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction

=== Online Radio ===
RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
=== Training ===
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

====Directory of workshops we might offer====
''Please add additional workshops and/or your name next to any workshop you would be willing and able to lead''
* Advanced Google/alternatives to Google: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Audio editing
* Blogging 101
* Cloud computing
* Delicious/Open Source alternative: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Drupal 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Drupal for intermediate users
* Editing digital images (e.g. The Gimp)
* Fact checking 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.)
* Finding public domain images online: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding statistics online
* Hack your library: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la [http://www.greenmap.org http://www.greenmap.org])
* OpenOffice.org/NeoOffice 101
* RSS: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Search like a librarian: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Twitter/Identica
* Video editing
* Wordpress 101

====Scheduled workshops====
With seating for 20 people or fewer. No giant workshops.

====Equipment and space needs====
We'll need several projectors. Not sure about screens.

====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====
[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

Planned or on-demand workshop ideas
* share your favorite open source tool
* I think it would be interesting to have a reference Q&A session, maybe not something that needs to be led by a librarian, but a resource-sharing session where people could share useful websites, resources, etc.? A reference event with a group as opposed to one-on-one?
* How to start a zine library, independent library, or infoshop (perhaps ABC No Rio Zine Library folks would be willing to help, or we could invite in anyone who is interested for a caucus/discussion?)
* Intro/how to search like a librarian (basics--truncation, boolean, etc.)
* I think a general, How to Hack Your Library session (about the basic services that all libraries should have and how to find them) would be good--since not everyone will be from Detroit
* There must be one or two really awesome collections in Detroit, right? Could we/would we want to organize a field trip?
* I would also be really interested to discuss print vs. digital culture in some way, but I'm not sure how to articulate this well. I'm sure there will be a large amount of radical publishers attending the USSF, so I'd be interested to talk more about how they are feeling about their publications as ebooks and online resources are seen more and more in the mainstream as a threat. Maybe this is just something for me to think about at the forum, and less so a presentation topic, though.
* Web 2.0 tools (I hate that term, but what can you do?), e.g. Twitter, Delicious, RSS feeds
* Finding free public domain images, copyright issues
* Advanced Googling, alternatives to Google
* maybe some software applications, depending on who is good at stuff--knowing that the Media Center is unlikely to provide access to proprietary apps like MS Office
* Cloud computing and other nifty online tools
* Fact-Checking 101
* Finding Statistics Online
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.)
* Intro to Drupal
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la [http://www.greenmap.org http://www.greenmap.org])
* maybe even a Detroit-specific Hack Your Library (in NYC, we just did one: [http://radicalreference.info/node/2957 http://radicalreference.info/node/2957])

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open
Wireless mesh network

=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===

=== Principles ===

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform theirr reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (glassbeadcollective.org)
: Local Indymedia collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh indypgh.org
:--Rochester NY rochester.indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities tc.indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area indybay.org
:--Houston houston.indymedia.org
:--Portland portland.indymedia.org
:--Philly phillyimc.org
:--Urbana-Champaign ucimc.org
:--Chicago chicago.indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: ???
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Targeted outreach strategy
# Reports back
## [[Online Media Center]]
## ...

=== May 4, 2010 ===

Facilitator: Mark
Notetaker: Mallory

# Introductions: Leslie, Mark, Melissa, Lottie, Mallory
# MC Principles
# Reports back
## Trainings - Leslie: Different kinds of trainings could be given in a directory of people/skills (available in online user profile) and also getting list of needs for guerrilla trainings. Equipment and space by going over the floor plan to accommodate workshops, trainings, organization/groups set-ups, open spaces. Need is to talk about who the participating organizations are (item 4). Need to talk about the schedule. Did discuss the existence of help desk, security, jobs for volunteers. Reduce number of people in trainings. Possibility of having silent zones, needing space to do video recordings.
## Online Media Center http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Online_Media_Center: Adding functionality online for organizing participant skills, how to schedule and display trainings, etc.
## Printed program text (item 2: MC Principles)
# Targeted outreach strategy: Includes newsletters, forwarding to networks, etc. Need to come up with a list, too.

=== April 27, 2010 ===
Facilitator: Lottie
Notetaker: Mallory

1. Introductions:
Lottie, Scott Byrd, Jesse (race Poverty and Environment), Divad (Left Turn), Mallory, Jenna (Radical Reference), Leslie (Green Guerrillas), Gunner (Aspiration, SF), Mark

2. Reports back
* Divad - Left Turn's vision for a tent space to connect everyday experiences with collective vision to engage people to program and share informally, dialogues, building work, more than just info on the table. Will send invitation around. Scott: space is not just like a center place in Cobo Hall but that there are other satellite locations, too.
* Scott - Communications will produce a newspaper daily, like the IPS work on the WSF Tera Viva publication which will be produced within the Media Center. Actual frequency depends on capacity and funding. Rad Ref can help with fact checking and research.
* Jesse - Organizing journalists to identify themes within the USSF, taking the opportunity to do interviews. Will send more info via email list and wiki.
* Lottie - Story mapping project & AMC + USSF, Digital Justice Coalition, on workshops and other things but there will be a presence. It's still being worked out.
* Mallory - The Cochabamba Climate Change conference and with my experience from last WSF in Brazil I'm excited to share the possibilities and how to organize folks on the ground to amass all of the media content production of the people that come.

3. Questions, other agenda items, etc.

'''ITEMS ON OUR PROCESS:'''
* Internal wiki organizing: http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
* Calls every other week splitting up tech/planning?
* Communication between calls--maybe use the wiki for planning, etc.
* Organizational structure and plan? What to expect and what we can do?
* Need to get ready to do more reports back to the larger organizing group, agenda space at the end of May

'''COMMITTEE WORK FOR REPORT BACK NEXT MEETING:'''
* (Lottie) Space map and overview of space management?
* (Scott) Webpage committee External Web organizing: Development on front-facing web information about the Media Center, sign up, more info, etc. Management of time slots, space allocation, etc. http://www.ussf2010.org/pmc, link to wiki page, how to list sponsoring organizations, collaborating organizations, also to list principles.
* (Jenna & Leslie) Organizing skillshares (outreach) & schedule and workshops; to include workshops officially submitted or not? Scott can send out the map and also a skeleton of the schedule:
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/floorplan.doc
(this is scaled one inch=20 feet)
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/PMCSCHEDULE.doc
(ok--don't need a pw now)
* (Everyone) Compile list of whose coming and skill-share bringing?
* (Mallory) Tech available for pooling media? Will make proposal for next time. Also will be on the call for this Thursday's ICT meeting
* (Scott + B. Loewe) Include PMC in next email blast and include physical mapping to help people get more involved. Deadline of two weeks to direct people to the website so that people can 'sign-up' or use our working group connections to do a prioritized outreach effort.
* (Mallory) Coordinate space with the larger organizing body - OC & NPC, reports back and agenda points

4. tabled: Appeals letter

5. tabled: MC Principles

=== April 13, 2010 ===
'''Introductions''': Mark - Open Flows & May First People Link, Lottie - East Michigan Environmental Action Coalition, Mallory - May First/People Link, Marisa, Leslie - Green Guerrillas (Ithaca), Divad - Left Turn

'''Report backs''' (please help fill in details)
*group from CA
*Labor Video Project-L.A.-media group
*concrete link with AMC and USSF (still in progress, happening in digital justice coalition meeting)
*on the commons - "Story Catchers" (onthecommons.org)
*paper tiger, labor video project
*Left Turn: workshops, tent, space to share info and interact
*space: http://www.cobocenter.com/css/floorplan_Level2.pdf (Media Center is in Abassador's dining room - second floor)

'''Collaboratively generate principles in the notes'''

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media.

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Hierarchy,

example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta:
WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:

1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media,
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

'''Possible Resources for principles'''

http://detroit-commons.googlegroups.com/web/12+TOOL+Commons+Principles.pdf?hl=en&gda=05Z_KVEAAABcWT6j0H-2INgPxitNabIJsptjT6xeQjY7eA5rm3EI5_tmfy0hzMX6IDJThzwPyzieCIVVhZscB0LAVRmUysZPUwk_6Qi3BU8HCN0q6OYwM5VxXgp_nHWJXhfr7YhqVgA&gsc=6qnRwRgAAADlZhfgygjPXabZM44WGISVzd9Opkpm_OYDmqOe5cGGCQ

Detroit Digital Justice Coalition Principles:

VISION
The Detroit Digital Justice Coalition
is comprised of people and organizations in Detroit who believe that
communication is a fundamental human right. We are securing that right
through activities that are grounded in the digital justice principles
of: access, participation, common ownership, and healthy communities.
PRINCIPLES
Access
Digital justice ensures that all members of our community have
equal access to media and technology, as producers as well as consumers.
Digital justice provides multiple layers of communications
infrastructure in order to ensure that every member of the community
has access to life-saving emergency information.
Digital justice values all different languages, dialects and forms of communication.

Participation
Digital justice prioritizes the participation of people who have
been traditionally excluded from and attacked by media and technology.
Digital justice advances our ability to tell our own stories, as individuals and as communities.
Digital justice values non-digital forms of communication and fosters knowledge-sharing across generations.
Digital justice demystifies technology to the point where we can
not only use it, but create our own technologies and participate in the
decisions that will shape communications infrastructure.

Common ownership
Digital justice fuels the creation of knowledge, tools and technologies that are free and shared openly with the public.
Digital justice promotes diverse business models for the control
and distribution of information, including: cooperative business models
and municipal ownership.

Healthy communities
Digital justice provides spaces through which people can
investigate community problems, generate solutions, create media and
organize together.
Digital justice promotes alternative energy, recycling and
salvaging technology, and using technology to promote environmental
solutions.
Digital justice advances community-based economic development by
expanding technology access for small businesses, independent artists
and other entrepreneurs.
Digital justice integrates media and technology into education in
order to transform teaching and learning, to value multiple learning
styles and to expand the process of learning beyond the classroom and
across the lifespan.

=== April 1, 2010 ===
Introductions
On call: Mark, gunner, Jim, Jenna
Mark facilitating, gunner taking notes

* Individuals Report on Support Contacts

* Adele & Mallory Report back from OC meeting

These folks are not present, and no one on call was at recent organizers meeting in Detroit.

* Appeal Letter for Fundraising

No on call who can speak to this tonight.

* Creating Organizing Principles and Goals

In last call, we discussed wanting a set of principles. Not specifics, set of principles that allow people to have autonomy in how they use space. Discussed using collaborative democracy tool to create principles. Groups of 4/5 edit and contribute, come up with finite list, 10 or less principles. Alternately, more democratic consensus model, but what does that look like?

We don't have a full quorum, but we should talk about process and what goals look like

Jim: I think the collaborative democracy tool would be better, would provide greater amount of ideas and suggestions and enable collaborative input. We'll have benefit of everyone weighing in.

Jenna: I'm not so sure we need that tool, we don't have that many people. I was hoping we could see what ICT had come up with.

tech principles for ICT
http://ict.ussf2010.org/wiki/technology_principles

Mark: When the Technology principles were set up, they were in 1 location. I want to be as transparent to prevent blow up like in Atlanta. I want to make sure we get as many voices as possible. It's going to be the framework of how we deal with any difficulties that might arise, what we fall back on.

Jenna: I can see using a model like a spokes council, we each go to our group and then bring findings back.

Mark: Organizations that want to have this autonomous thing, it seems like those types of orgs are important, need to do outreach to get them involved.

Jenna: By group, or groups of groups by category?

gunner: individual groups should be invited to weigh in, IMO.

Mark: Do targeted outreach, then whoever wants to be involved can be involved.

Jim: you can have shutdown date, but need to be inclusive.

Jenna: Maybe we can be responsible for polling our own group and reaching out to one other?

Jim: Perhaps there should be calls for the different calls for groupings.

Mark: I agree that as we move on there will lots of org structures for dealing with different aspects of it. What I suggest moving forward with this is try to get another meeting relatively soon, put a process proposal out and move forward. It might be a little too much of a challenge to set up a collaborative democracy and get what we want. I'd like to do another meeting and get this hammered down. Then we can focus and get away from top-down stuff.

Gunner: I agree

Jenna: I'm twinkling/i agree

* Collaborating organizations

Mark: How we can do outreach to coalitions, do autonomy, extend autonomy. We want to have multiple visions of training, drop-in, smorgasbord of ways to interact with technology. To be able to allow people to use space for all their needs in a way that fits with principles that come about. How to have the individual decisions not need to go to the top-level group, keep the power with the people using the space, not the small organizing group. I think with 21000 feet we can do amazing things. Give people space to do good things well.

Jim: Thinking of bigger players vs smaller ones, insuring inclusiveness. This all makes sense to me.

* Meeting to decide

Mark: OK we need to get guiding principles nailed down. But the 2 big things on our radar how to set up the space to allow dropins, open access but also to allow people to set up stations that can exist for the duration of event, prometheous, radref, west coast mob, . Not walled off but knowing that people can do what they do, not really have to be constantly working on finding where to work. There's a space dedicated to youth, what other spaces will be dedicated, if folks walk in the space, where can they set up and use the space.

Jim: Does that also mean that certain size space will be assigned for a group? Are we considering any limitation? Or deal with it as we need it.

Mark: I'm expressing my view. We're sure that "youth" needs to have their own dedicated space. Not really Any thinking that's gone farther than that. But in terms of formal process on that. I think that needs to be its own meeting. That conversation could last a full hour. If we do that right, nothing but good things are going to happen. If not, landmines, and I've seen landmines. Don't want to strangle with process, but I know what a loaded issue that can be if someone feels they don't have access. When you get a warrior riled up that can be scary.

Jenna: Can I go back to the principles? We talked about principles and goals, on the pages I see "consistent with charter", etc. Is that's what going to come out of this, are we scrapping the goals?

Mark: The principles are a great starting place, they're about creating space. That is a really good place to start for the kind of things we're shooting for with these principles.

Jenna: Looking at this list of 10 things of carefully referenced. I want to say "what do you think this is going to be all about for us?"

Mark: We don't really have a model, want to find what works best. How do we want this to run? How can people who want to contribute do so? Not "don't chew gum" type things. What are our goals, visions? What do we want the space to look like? How do we want people to feel?

Jenna: Those are great questions.

Mark: There's no template for what we're doing. It's like "what are we trying to do"

Jim: Looking back at 2007, do you see anything from that lends itself to that?

Mark: That process got hamstrung based on where they decided to put it. There wasn't any good documentation that came out of that process. Rooms were in bowels of civic center, had to walk past security guards.

Jim: Yes, there was lots of security for sure

Mark: It was fully functioning but not useful.

Gunner: I would name hardware security as a concern, but let's not take that on now.

Mark: that's going to be a big thing to focus on over the months. I hope there can be sub-working group discussing logistics of running the space. How do we get the volunteers, "hall monitors", not cops but someone is watching the space. With massive open hours. What do we want to take on? Maybe focus on desktops, etc.

Gunner: And ultimate security must fall to autonomous groups.

Mark: Yes, has to be spread around, not top-down being responsible for other people's equipment.

Gunner: I hope registration has enough space.

Mark: We had 40 computers set up in Atlanta, tons of computers not being used all the time. I don't know the latest details.

Mark: Those are all my major points, will follow up Mallory and Adele, try to get another meeting happening soon and then break off into work groups around major issues.

Jenna: Sounds good

Gunner: yep

Mark: Maybe figure out types of orgs who might want access, figure out smorgasbord of types of orgs who might be there.

=== March 26-28, 2010 ===
Meeting for the Organizing Committee (OC) of the USSF

===== Taken from [[Organizing_Committee#OC_schedule_and_meeting_notes|OC Notes]] =====
:where we're at/what we need:

- we're at beginning stages of this process [next call is supposed to cover.
- need more media folks to come on the calls to develop the center
- have had some good convos between ICT and comms, are in a better place
- we have the historical view of what the center was: there was a professionals section, a computer area, then there was an upstairs spot where folks were programming. had 30 computers last time wired to the same system, all used linux system. hunch this time is that there will be more non-professional folks.
- alfredo: determined we should open up a second media server for ussf video. [what does that mean? the server is a souped up computer which holds data and delivers it when needed. to do one for video would mean much more storage for videos, possibly a higher level of performance. would include plenary sessions.
- youth told alfredo they want their own section and their own space of computers.
- youth rep says they haven't talked about computers
- daily newspaper at the forum. at WSF it's called Terra Viva. could start with critical moment framework. could print 5-10k daily. would be a way for everything to hook up. could publish in 2 languages [not translating but just producing in diff languages]...in fact terra viva might already be planned for this forum. what would the budget be for this? who would staff it?
- could talk about controversies from 07 which could be useful

:UPDATE on HISTORY:

controversy:
- press badges. having folks register for press badges and then not be allowed into PMC if they didn't have official badges.
- tension between professional and non-professional media in terms of space
- tension between ppl with laptops vs without computers. how many stations are we going to set up with power/ethernet vs stations with computers at them
- space issue created a controversy with one group - PMC ended up in a back room up 3 stairs in a series of rooms. tech worked to make the best of it, this group didn't respond well and ended up doing trainings in the space, taking over another space, etc.

:THIS TIME AROUND:

- has been very collaborative. ICT/Comms have committed not to take over the space. All creating the principles.
- no press passes. everyone's media, everyone has a story to tell.
- talked about having a space set aside for youth so they don't get pushed aside, trumped.
- we will have a separate live room for interviews and press briefings.
- Free Speech wants to cover the whole thing. If Democracy Now wants to do it what do we do? [they broadcast early]
- emergency folks come on.

:RESOURCES:

- 100 computers from Chicago
- 50 from Aspiration/Ruckus
- we have a crew from SF that does mesh networking...keeps us from having server crashes.
- hotels, WCCC, etc.
- 100 people on the writers network list. hope at least 25 of them come.

:NEEDS:
- in Atl we were running around last minute for surge protectors etc. Need to double check that we have
- internet connectivity has free wireless access which could get slammed. in ATL we got 4 DSL lines.
- will need tables and chairs in the space
- storage space and a work space before the ussf. from early june. need to store computers possibly as early as a few weeks. may need to rent a van to take computers between spaces.
- to assess what software needs to be on the computers [final cut? media editing software? Image, Audio, Video Editing. the image and audio stuff that's free and open source is really good, folks are using it already. the video editing software thats free and open source is not so great yet. folks who bring their own computers will likely have their own software. folks who are coming and wanting to try for the first time. [opinion - have a couple with final cut pro on it]
- to shape the radical reference and aspirations trainings [with a youth rep]
- the online PMC - where is that going to live? [in 2007 the blog fed to the front page and that jacked up how many folks were blogging. could intercept it with twitter, fb, etc.]

:BIG QUESTIONS:
- are we going to put out major $ for software we don't politically believe in. [youth could have that as a part of their process]
- will we have wireless access in every ussf space? goal is YES. limitation is a) electrical outlets, b) points where we have internet access coming in? is there a way to connect at hart plaza...are we allowed to? same for hush house, etc.

:UPDATES:
- how can we have folks donate equipment and funds to support this thru different funding networks

:TO DO:
- need an appeal letter for PMC by Wednesday
- test run of mesh network [at cobo, at ussf village space]
- talk to Terra Viva to see if they are planning to print at USSF [see critical moment framework, have a way that blogs are feeding into a central space]
- see if we can get a tickertape that shows the titles of new pieces going up.
- recruit more people for the PMC
- map OUR media. reach out to the documentation and eval group.
- reach out to local media.
- ussf media....

=== March 17, 2010 ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organizations

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
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== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center (PMC) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

;large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
;dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
;wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
;power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
;computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
;external HD & SD cards:
;video cameras:
;mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
;projectors:
;satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction

=== Online Radio ===
RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
=== Training ===
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

====Directory of workshops we might offer====
''Please add additional workshops and/or your name next to any workshop you would be willing and able to lead''
* Advanced Google/alternatives to Google: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Audio editing
* Blogging 101
* Cloud computing
* Delicious/Open Source alternative: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Drupal 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Editing digital images (e.g. The Gimp)
* Fact checking 101: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.)
* Finding public domain images online: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Finding statistics online
* Hack your library: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la [http://www.greenmap.org http://www.greenmap.org])
* OpenOffice.org/NeoOffice 101
* RSS: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Search like a librarian: [[User:Jenna|Jenna]]
* Twitter/Identica
* Video editing
* Wordpress 101

====Scheduled workshops====
With seating for 20 people or fewer. No giant workshops.

====Equipment and space needs====
We'll need several projectors. Not sure about screens.

====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====
[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

Planned or on-demand workshop ideas
* share your favorite open source tool
* I think it would be interesting to have a reference Q&A session, maybe not something that needs to be led by a librarian, but a resource-sharing session where people could share useful websites, resources, etc.? A reference event with a group as opposed to one-on-one?
* How to start a zine library, independent library, or infoshop (perhaps ABC No Rio Zine Library folks would be willing to help, or we could invite in anyone who is interested for a caucus/discussion?)
* Intro/how to search like a librarian (basics--truncation, boolean, etc.)
* I think a general, How to Hack Your Library session (about the basic services that all libraries should have and how to find them) would be good--since not everyone will be from Detroit
* There must be one or two really awesome collections in Detroit, right? Could we/would we want to organize a field trip?
* I would also be really interested to discuss print vs. digital culture in some way, but I'm not sure how to articulate this well. I'm sure there will be a large amount of radical publishers attending the USSF, so I'd be interested to talk more about how they are feeling about their publications as ebooks and online resources are seen more and more in the mainstream as a threat. Maybe this is just something for me to think about at the forum, and less so a presentation topic, though.
* Web 2.0 tools (I hate that term, but what can you do?), e.g. Twitter, Delicious, RSS feeds
* Finding free public domain images, copyright issues
* Advanced Googling, alternatives to Google
* maybe some software applications, depending on who is good at stuff--knowing that the Media Center is unlikely to provide access to proprietary apps like MS Office
* Cloud computing and other nifty online tools
* Fact-Checking 101
* Finding Statistics Online
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.)
* Intro to Drupal
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la [http://www.greenmap.org http://www.greenmap.org])
* maybe even a Detroit-specific Hack Your Library (in NYC, we just did one: [http://radicalreference.info/node/2957 http://radicalreference.info/node/2957])

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open
Wireless mesh network

=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===

=== Principles ===

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform theirr reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (glassbeadcollective.org)
: Local Indymedia collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh indypgh.org
:--Rochester NY rochester.indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities tc.indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area indybay.org
:--Houston houston.indymedia.org
:--Portland portland.indymedia.org
:--Philly phillyimc.org
:--Urbana-Champaign ucimc.org
:--Chicago chicago.indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: ???
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Targeted outreach strategy
# Reports back
## [[Online Media Center]]
## ...

=== May 4, 2010 ===

Facilitator: Mark
Notetaker: Mallory

# Introductions: Leslie, Mark, Melissa, Lottie, Mallory
# MC Principles
# Reports back
## Trainings - Leslie: Different kinds of trainings could be given in a directory of people/skills (available in online user profile) and also getting list of needs for guerrilla trainings. Equipment and space by going over the floor plan to accommodate workshops, trainings, organization/groups set-ups, open spaces. Need is to talk about who the participating organizations are (item 4). Need to talk about the schedule. Did discuss the existence of help desk, security, jobs for volunteers. Reduce number of people in trainings. Possibility of having silent zones, needing space to do video recordings.
## Online Media Center http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Online_Media_Center: Adding functionality online for organizing participant skills, how to schedule and display trainings, etc.
## Printed program text (item 2: MC Principles)
# Targeted outreach strategy: Includes newsletters, forwarding to networks, etc. Need to come up with a list, too.

=== April 27, 2010 ===
Facilitator: Lottie
Notetaker: Mallory

1. Introductions:
Lottie, Scott Byrd, Jesse (race Poverty and Environment), Divad (Left Turn), Mallory, Jenna (Radical Reference), Leslie (Green Guerrillas), Gunner (Aspiration, SF), Mark

2. Reports back
* Divad - Left Turn's vision for a tent space to connect everyday experiences with collective vision to engage people to program and share informally, dialogues, building work, more than just info on the table. Will send invitation around. Scott: space is not just like a center place in Cobo Hall but that there are other satellite locations, too.
* Scott - Communications will produce a newspaper daily, like the IPS work on the WSF Tera Viva publication which will be produced within the Media Center. Actual frequency depends on capacity and funding. Rad Ref can help with fact checking and research.
* Jesse - Organizing journalists to identify themes within the USSF, taking the opportunity to do interviews. Will send more info via email list and wiki.
* Lottie - Story mapping project & AMC + USSF, Digital Justice Coalition, on workshops and other things but there will be a presence. It's still being worked out.
* Mallory - The Cochabamba Climate Change conference and with my experience from last WSF in Brazil I'm excited to share the possibilities and how to organize folks on the ground to amass all of the media content production of the people that come.

3. Questions, other agenda items, etc.

'''ITEMS ON OUR PROCESS:'''
* Internal wiki organizing: http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
* Calls every other week splitting up tech/planning?
* Communication between calls--maybe use the wiki for planning, etc.
* Organizational structure and plan? What to expect and what we can do?
* Need to get ready to do more reports back to the larger organizing group, agenda space at the end of May

'''COMMITTEE WORK FOR REPORT BACK NEXT MEETING:'''
* (Lottie) Space map and overview of space management?
* (Scott) Webpage committee External Web organizing: Development on front-facing web information about the Media Center, sign up, more info, etc. Management of time slots, space allocation, etc. http://www.ussf2010.org/pmc, link to wiki page, how to list sponsoring organizations, collaborating organizations, also to list principles.
* (Jenna & Leslie) Organizing skillshares (outreach) & schedule and workshops; to include workshops officially submitted or not? Scott can send out the map and also a skeleton of the schedule:
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/floorplan.doc
(this is scaled one inch=20 feet)
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/PMCSCHEDULE.doc
(ok--don't need a pw now)
* (Everyone) Compile list of whose coming and skill-share bringing?
* (Mallory) Tech available for pooling media? Will make proposal for next time. Also will be on the call for this Thursday's ICT meeting
* (Scott + B. Loewe) Include PMC in next email blast and include physical mapping to help people get more involved. Deadline of two weeks to direct people to the website so that people can 'sign-up' or use our working group connections to do a prioritized outreach effort.
* (Mallory) Coordinate space with the larger organizing body - OC & NPC, reports back and agenda points

4. tabled: Appeals letter

5. tabled: MC Principles

=== April 13, 2010 ===
'''Introductions''': Mark - Open Flows & May First People Link, Lottie - East Michigan Environmental Action Coalition, Mallory - May First/People Link, Marisa, Leslie - Green Guerrillas (Ithaca), Divad - Left Turn

'''Report backs''' (please help fill in details)
*group from CA
*Labor Video Project-L.A.-media group
*concrete link with AMC and USSF (still in progress, happening in digital justice coalition meeting)
*on the commons - "Story Catchers" (onthecommons.org)
*paper tiger, labor video project
*Left Turn: workshops, tent, space to share info and interact
*space: http://www.cobocenter.com/css/floorplan_Level2.pdf (Media Center is in Abassador's dining room - second floor)

'''Collaboratively generate principles in the notes'''

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media.

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Hierarchy,

example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta:
WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:

1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media,
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

'''Possible Resources for principles'''

http://detroit-commons.googlegroups.com/web/12+TOOL+Commons+Principles.pdf?hl=en&gda=05Z_KVEAAABcWT6j0H-2INgPxitNabIJsptjT6xeQjY7eA5rm3EI5_tmfy0hzMX6IDJThzwPyzieCIVVhZscB0LAVRmUysZPUwk_6Qi3BU8HCN0q6OYwM5VxXgp_nHWJXhfr7YhqVgA&gsc=6qnRwRgAAADlZhfgygjPXabZM44WGISVzd9Opkpm_OYDmqOe5cGGCQ

Detroit Digital Justice Coalition Principles:

VISION
The Detroit Digital Justice Coalition
is comprised of people and organizations in Detroit who believe that
communication is a fundamental human right. We are securing that right
through activities that are grounded in the digital justice principles
of: access, participation, common ownership, and healthy communities.
PRINCIPLES
Access
Digital justice ensures that all members of our community have
equal access to media and technology, as producers as well as consumers.
Digital justice provides multiple layers of communications
infrastructure in order to ensure that every member of the community
has access to life-saving emergency information.
Digital justice values all different languages, dialects and forms of communication.

Participation
Digital justice prioritizes the participation of people who have
been traditionally excluded from and attacked by media and technology.
Digital justice advances our ability to tell our own stories, as individuals and as communities.
Digital justice values non-digital forms of communication and fosters knowledge-sharing across generations.
Digital justice demystifies technology to the point where we can
not only use it, but create our own technologies and participate in the
decisions that will shape communications infrastructure.

Common ownership
Digital justice fuels the creation of knowledge, tools and technologies that are free and shared openly with the public.
Digital justice promotes diverse business models for the control
and distribution of information, including: cooperative business models
and municipal ownership.

Healthy communities
Digital justice provides spaces through which people can
investigate community problems, generate solutions, create media and
organize together.
Digital justice promotes alternative energy, recycling and
salvaging technology, and using technology to promote environmental
solutions.
Digital justice advances community-based economic development by
expanding technology access for small businesses, independent artists
and other entrepreneurs.
Digital justice integrates media and technology into education in
order to transform teaching and learning, to value multiple learning
styles and to expand the process of learning beyond the classroom and
across the lifespan.

=== April 1, 2010 ===
Introductions
On call: Mark, gunner, Jim, Jenna
Mark facilitating, gunner taking notes

* Individuals Report on Support Contacts

* Adele & Mallory Report back from OC meeting

These folks are not present, and no one on call was at recent organizers meeting in Detroit.

* Appeal Letter for Fundraising

No on call who can speak to this tonight.

* Creating Organizing Principles and Goals

In last call, we discussed wanting a set of principles. Not specifics, set of principles that allow people to have autonomy in how they use space. Discussed using collaborative democracy tool to create principles. Groups of 4/5 edit and contribute, come up with finite list, 10 or less principles. Alternately, more democratic consensus model, but what does that look like?

We don't have a full quorum, but we should talk about process and what goals look like

Jim: I think the collaborative democracy tool would be better, would provide greater amount of ideas and suggestions and enable collaborative input. We'll have benefit of everyone weighing in.

Jenna: I'm not so sure we need that tool, we don't have that many people. I was hoping we could see what ICT had come up with.

tech principles for ICT
http://ict.ussf2010.org/wiki/technology_principles

Mark: When the Technology principles were set up, they were in 1 location. I want to be as transparent to prevent blow up like in Atlanta. I want to make sure we get as many voices as possible. It's going to be the framework of how we deal with any difficulties that might arise, what we fall back on.

Jenna: I can see using a model like a spokes council, we each go to our group and then bring findings back.

Mark: Organizations that want to have this autonomous thing, it seems like those types of orgs are important, need to do outreach to get them involved.

Jenna: By group, or groups of groups by category?

gunner: individual groups should be invited to weigh in, IMO.

Mark: Do targeted outreach, then whoever wants to be involved can be involved.

Jim: you can have shutdown date, but need to be inclusive.

Jenna: Maybe we can be responsible for polling our own group and reaching out to one other?

Jim: Perhaps there should be calls for the different calls for groupings.

Mark: I agree that as we move on there will lots of org structures for dealing with different aspects of it. What I suggest moving forward with this is try to get another meeting relatively soon, put a process proposal out and move forward. It might be a little too much of a challenge to set up a collaborative democracy and get what we want. I'd like to do another meeting and get this hammered down. Then we can focus and get away from top-down stuff.

Gunner: I agree

Jenna: I'm twinkling/i agree

* Collaborating organizations

Mark: How we can do outreach to coalitions, do autonomy, extend autonomy. We want to have multiple visions of training, drop-in, smorgasbord of ways to interact with technology. To be able to allow people to use space for all their needs in a way that fits with principles that come about. How to have the individual decisions not need to go to the top-level group, keep the power with the people using the space, not the small organizing group. I think with 21000 feet we can do amazing things. Give people space to do good things well.

Jim: Thinking of bigger players vs smaller ones, insuring inclusiveness. This all makes sense to me.

* Meeting to decide

Mark: OK we need to get guiding principles nailed down. But the 2 big things on our radar how to set up the space to allow dropins, open access but also to allow people to set up stations that can exist for the duration of event, prometheous, radref, west coast mob, . Not walled off but knowing that people can do what they do, not really have to be constantly working on finding where to work. There's a space dedicated to youth, what other spaces will be dedicated, if folks walk in the space, where can they set up and use the space.

Jim: Does that also mean that certain size space will be assigned for a group? Are we considering any limitation? Or deal with it as we need it.

Mark: I'm expressing my view. We're sure that "youth" needs to have their own dedicated space. Not really Any thinking that's gone farther than that. But in terms of formal process on that. I think that needs to be its own meeting. That conversation could last a full hour. If we do that right, nothing but good things are going to happen. If not, landmines, and I've seen landmines. Don't want to strangle with process, but I know what a loaded issue that can be if someone feels they don't have access. When you get a warrior riled up that can be scary.

Jenna: Can I go back to the principles? We talked about principles and goals, on the pages I see "consistent with charter", etc. Is that's what going to come out of this, are we scrapping the goals?

Mark: The principles are a great starting place, they're about creating space. That is a really good place to start for the kind of things we're shooting for with these principles.

Jenna: Looking at this list of 10 things of carefully referenced. I want to say "what do you think this is going to be all about for us?"

Mark: We don't really have a model, want to find what works best. How do we want this to run? How can people who want to contribute do so? Not "don't chew gum" type things. What are our goals, visions? What do we want the space to look like? How do we want people to feel?

Jenna: Those are great questions.

Mark: There's no template for what we're doing. It's like "what are we trying to do"

Jim: Looking back at 2007, do you see anything from that lends itself to that?

Mark: That process got hamstrung based on where they decided to put it. There wasn't any good documentation that came out of that process. Rooms were in bowels of civic center, had to walk past security guards.

Jim: Yes, there was lots of security for sure

Mark: It was fully functioning but not useful.

Gunner: I would name hardware security as a concern, but let's not take that on now.

Mark: that's going to be a big thing to focus on over the months. I hope there can be sub-working group discussing logistics of running the space. How do we get the volunteers, "hall monitors", not cops but someone is watching the space. With massive open hours. What do we want to take on? Maybe focus on desktops, etc.

Gunner: And ultimate security must fall to autonomous groups.

Mark: Yes, has to be spread around, not top-down being responsible for other people's equipment.

Gunner: I hope registration has enough space.

Mark: We had 40 computers set up in Atlanta, tons of computers not being used all the time. I don't know the latest details.

Mark: Those are all my major points, will follow up Mallory and Adele, try to get another meeting happening soon and then break off into work groups around major issues.

Jenna: Sounds good

Gunner: yep

Mark: Maybe figure out types of orgs who might want access, figure out smorgasbord of types of orgs who might be there.

=== March 26-28, 2010 ===
Meeting for the Organizing Committee (OC) of the USSF

===== Taken from [[Organizing_Committee#OC_schedule_and_meeting_notes|OC Notes]] =====
:where we're at/what we need:

- we're at beginning stages of this process [next call is supposed to cover.
- need more media folks to come on the calls to develop the center
- have had some good convos between ICT and comms, are in a better place
- we have the historical view of what the center was: there was a professionals section, a computer area, then there was an upstairs spot where folks were programming. had 30 computers last time wired to the same system, all used linux system. hunch this time is that there will be more non-professional folks.
- alfredo: determined we should open up a second media server for ussf video. [what does that mean? the server is a souped up computer which holds data and delivers it when needed. to do one for video would mean much more storage for videos, possibly a higher level of performance. would include plenary sessions.
- youth told alfredo they want their own section and their own space of computers.
- youth rep says they haven't talked about computers
- daily newspaper at the forum. at WSF it's called Terra Viva. could start with critical moment framework. could print 5-10k daily. would be a way for everything to hook up. could publish in 2 languages [not translating but just producing in diff languages]...in fact terra viva might already be planned for this forum. what would the budget be for this? who would staff it?
- could talk about controversies from 07 which could be useful

:UPDATE on HISTORY:

controversy:
- press badges. having folks register for press badges and then not be allowed into PMC if they didn't have official badges.
- tension between professional and non-professional media in terms of space
- tension between ppl with laptops vs without computers. how many stations are we going to set up with power/ethernet vs stations with computers at them
- space issue created a controversy with one group - PMC ended up in a back room up 3 stairs in a series of rooms. tech worked to make the best of it, this group didn't respond well and ended up doing trainings in the space, taking over another space, etc.

:THIS TIME AROUND:

- has been very collaborative. ICT/Comms have committed not to take over the space. All creating the principles.
- no press passes. everyone's media, everyone has a story to tell.
- talked about having a space set aside for youth so they don't get pushed aside, trumped.
- we will have a separate live room for interviews and press briefings.
- Free Speech wants to cover the whole thing. If Democracy Now wants to do it what do we do? [they broadcast early]
- emergency folks come on.

:RESOURCES:

- 100 computers from Chicago
- 50 from Aspiration/Ruckus
- we have a crew from SF that does mesh networking...keeps us from having server crashes.
- hotels, WCCC, etc.
- 100 people on the writers network list. hope at least 25 of them come.

:NEEDS:
- in Atl we were running around last minute for surge protectors etc. Need to double check that we have
- internet connectivity has free wireless access which could get slammed. in ATL we got 4 DSL lines.
- will need tables and chairs in the space
- storage space and a work space before the ussf. from early june. need to store computers possibly as early as a few weeks. may need to rent a van to take computers between spaces.
- to assess what software needs to be on the computers [final cut? media editing software? Image, Audio, Video Editing. the image and audio stuff that's free and open source is really good, folks are using it already. the video editing software thats free and open source is not so great yet. folks who bring their own computers will likely have their own software. folks who are coming and wanting to try for the first time. [opinion - have a couple with final cut pro on it]
- to shape the radical reference and aspirations trainings [with a youth rep]
- the online PMC - where is that going to live? [in 2007 the blog fed to the front page and that jacked up how many folks were blogging. could intercept it with twitter, fb, etc.]

:BIG QUESTIONS:
- are we going to put out major $ for software we don't politically believe in. [youth could have that as a part of their process]
- will we have wireless access in every ussf space? goal is YES. limitation is a) electrical outlets, b) points where we have internet access coming in? is there a way to connect at hart plaza...are we allowed to? same for hush house, etc.

:UPDATES:
- how can we have folks donate equipment and funds to support this thru different funding networks

:TO DO:
- need an appeal letter for PMC by Wednesday
- test run of mesh network [at cobo, at ussf village space]
- talk to Terra Viva to see if they are planning to print at USSF [see critical moment framework, have a way that blogs are feeding into a central space]
- see if we can get a tickertape that shows the titles of new pieces going up.
- recruit more people for the PMC
- map OUR media. reach out to the documentation and eval group.
- reach out to local media.
- ussf media....

=== March 17, 2010 ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organizations

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

Media Center

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; Next Call: Tuesday, May 11, 2010 - 9pm EDT // 6pm PDT
: [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

; Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

; Live Notes!: http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb

; Email list signup: [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC Email List signup]

== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center (PMC) -- in acknowledgment and celebration of the critical and valuable role people-produced media has played in advancing our movements and creating another world -- will break new ground in growing alliances, supporting our host city, and building relationships to further our efforts and deepen the connections between art, culture, media, and transformation. Understanding that WE (as activists, artists, community organizers, media makers) are the change agents we have been waiting for... the PMC has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to overturning institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. Therefore, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees, audiences, and communities in and around Detroit and beyond through Detroit Expanded. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, and abilities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression and information sharing.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Collective Use: As co-users of, and co-creators within, the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center will build strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals who can provide the necessary means to produce media and teach media production, as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, and meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary. Engage in restorative problem-solving as requested.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic, grassroots media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting both political and non-political organizations, while encouraging multiple perspectives and furthering the conversation in our communities about the role of people-produced media in creating another world.

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

;large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
;dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
;wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
;power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
;computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
;external HD & SD cards:
;video cameras:
;mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
;projectors:
;satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction

=== Online Radio ===
RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
=== Training ===
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100509.wb Notes May 9, 2010]

====Directory of skillsharers====
====Scheduled workshops====
====On demand workshops====
====Guerrilla workshops====
====Equipment and space needs====
====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====
[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

Planned or on-demand workshop ideas
* share your favorite open source tool
* I think it would be interesting to have a reference Q&A session, maybe not something that needs to be led by a librarian, but a resource-sharing session where people could share useful websites, resources, etc.? A reference event with a group as opposed to one-on-one?
* How to start a zine library, independent library, or infoshop (perhaps ABC No Rio Zine Library folks would be willing to help, or we could invite in anyone who is interested for a caucus/discussion?)
* Intro/how to search like a librarian (basics--truncation, boolean, etc.)
* I think a general, How to Hack Your Library session (about the basic services that all libraries should have and how to find them) would be good--since not everyone will be from Detroit
* There must be one or two really awesome collections in Detroit, right? Could we/would we want to organize a field trip?
* I would also be really interested to discuss print vs. digital culture in some way, but I'm not sure how to articulate this well. I'm sure there will be a large amount of radical publishers attending the USSF, so I'd be interested to talk more about how they are feeling about their publications as ebooks and online resources are seen more and more in the mainstream as a threat. Maybe this is just something for me to think about at the forum, and less so a presentation topic, though.
* Web 2.0 tools (I hate that term, but what can you do?), e.g. Twitter, Delicious, RSS feeds
* Finding free public domain images, copyright issues
* Advanced Googling, alternatives to Google
* maybe some software applications, depending on who is good at stuff--knowing that the Media Center is unlikely to provide access to proprietary apps like MS Office
* Cloud computing and other nifty online tools
* Fact-Checking 101
* Finding Statistics Online
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.)
* Intro to Drupal
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la [http://www.greenmap.org http://www.greenmap.org])
* maybe even a Detroit-specific Hack Your Library (in NYC, we just did one: [http://radicalreference.info/node/2957 http://radicalreference.info/node/2957])

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open
Wireless mesh network

=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===

=== Principles ===

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform theirr reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (glassbeadcollective.org)
: Local Indymedia collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh indypgh.org
:--Rochester NY rochester.indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities tc.indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area indybay.org
:--Houston houston.indymedia.org
:--Portland portland.indymedia.org
:--Philly phillyimc.org
:--Urbana-Champaign ucimc.org
:--Chicago chicago.indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: ???
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Targeted outreach strategy
# Reports back
## [[Online Media Center]]
## ...

=== May 4, 2010 ===

Facilitator: Mark
Notetaker: Mallory

# Introductions: Leslie, Mark, Melissa, Lottie, Mallory
# MC Principles
# Reports back
## Trainings - Leslie: Different kinds of trainings could be given in a directory of people/skills (available in online user profile) and also getting list of needs for guerrilla trainings. Equipment and space by going over the floor plan to accommodate workshops, trainings, organization/groups set-ups, open spaces. Need is to talk about who the participating organizations are (item 4). Need to talk about the schedule. Did discuss the existence of help desk, security, jobs for volunteers. Reduce number of people in trainings. Possibility of having silent zones, needing space to do video recordings.
## Online Media Center http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Online_Media_Center: Adding functionality online for organizing participant skills, how to schedule and display trainings, etc.
## Printed program text (item 2: MC Principles)
# Targeted outreach strategy: Includes newsletters, forwarding to networks, etc. Need to come up with a list, too.

=== April 27, 2010 ===
Facilitator: Lottie
Notetaker: Mallory

1. Introductions:
Lottie, Scott Byrd, Jesse (race Poverty and Environment), Divad (Left Turn), Mallory, Jenna (Radical Reference), Leslie (Green Guerrillas), Gunner (Aspiration, SF), Mark

2. Reports back
* Divad - Left Turn's vision for a tent space to connect everyday experiences with collective vision to engage people to program and share informally, dialogues, building work, more than just info on the table. Will send invitation around. Scott: space is not just like a center place in Cobo Hall but that there are other satellite locations, too.
* Scott - Communications will produce a newspaper daily, like the IPS work on the WSF Tera Viva publication which will be produced within the Media Center. Actual frequency depends on capacity and funding. Rad Ref can help with fact checking and research.
* Jesse - Organizing journalists to identify themes within the USSF, taking the opportunity to do interviews. Will send more info via email list and wiki.
* Lottie - Story mapping project & AMC + USSF, Digital Justice Coalition, on workshops and other things but there will be a presence. It's still being worked out.
* Mallory - The Cochabamba Climate Change conference and with my experience from last WSF in Brazil I'm excited to share the possibilities and how to organize folks on the ground to amass all of the media content production of the people that come.

3. Questions, other agenda items, etc.

'''ITEMS ON OUR PROCESS:'''
* Internal wiki organizing: http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
* Calls every other week splitting up tech/planning?
* Communication between calls--maybe use the wiki for planning, etc.
* Organizational structure and plan? What to expect and what we can do?
* Need to get ready to do more reports back to the larger organizing group, agenda space at the end of May

'''COMMITTEE WORK FOR REPORT BACK NEXT MEETING:'''
* (Lottie) Space map and overview of space management?
* (Scott) Webpage committee External Web organizing: Development on front-facing web information about the Media Center, sign up, more info, etc. Management of time slots, space allocation, etc. http://www.ussf2010.org/pmc, link to wiki page, how to list sponsoring organizations, collaborating organizations, also to list principles.
* (Jenna & Leslie) Organizing skillshares (outreach) & schedule and workshops; to include workshops officially submitted or not? Scott can send out the map and also a skeleton of the schedule:
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/floorplan.doc
(this is scaled one inch=20 feet)
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/PMCSCHEDULE.doc
(ok--don't need a pw now)
* (Everyone) Compile list of whose coming and skill-share bringing?
* (Mallory) Tech available for pooling media? Will make proposal for next time. Also will be on the call for this Thursday's ICT meeting
* (Scott + B. Loewe) Include PMC in next email blast and include physical mapping to help people get more involved. Deadline of two weeks to direct people to the website so that people can 'sign-up' or use our working group connections to do a prioritized outreach effort.
* (Mallory) Coordinate space with the larger organizing body - OC & NPC, reports back and agenda points

4. tabled: Appeals letter

5. tabled: MC Principles

=== April 13, 2010 ===
'''Introductions''': Mark - Open Flows & May First People Link, Lottie - East Michigan Environmental Action Coalition, Mallory - May First/People Link, Marisa, Leslie - Green Guerrillas (Ithaca), Divad - Left Turn

'''Report backs''' (please help fill in details)
*group from CA
*Labor Video Project-L.A.-media group
*concrete link with AMC and USSF (still in progress, happening in digital justice coalition meeting)
*on the commons - "Story Catchers" (onthecommons.org)
*paper tiger, labor video project
*Left Turn: workshops, tent, space to share info and interact
*space: http://www.cobocenter.com/css/floorplan_Level2.pdf (Media Center is in Abassador's dining room - second floor)

'''Collaboratively generate principles in the notes'''

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media.

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Hierarchy,

example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta:
WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:

1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media,
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

'''Possible Resources for principles'''

http://detroit-commons.googlegroups.com/web/12+TOOL+Commons+Principles.pdf?hl=en&gda=05Z_KVEAAABcWT6j0H-2INgPxitNabIJsptjT6xeQjY7eA5rm3EI5_tmfy0hzMX6IDJThzwPyzieCIVVhZscB0LAVRmUysZPUwk_6Qi3BU8HCN0q6OYwM5VxXgp_nHWJXhfr7YhqVgA&gsc=6qnRwRgAAADlZhfgygjPXabZM44WGISVzd9Opkpm_OYDmqOe5cGGCQ

Detroit Digital Justice Coalition Principles:

VISION
The Detroit Digital Justice Coalition
is comprised of people and organizations in Detroit who believe that
communication is a fundamental human right. We are securing that right
through activities that are grounded in the digital justice principles
of: access, participation, common ownership, and healthy communities.
PRINCIPLES
Access
Digital justice ensures that all members of our community have
equal access to media and technology, as producers as well as consumers.
Digital justice provides multiple layers of communications
infrastructure in order to ensure that every member of the community
has access to life-saving emergency information.
Digital justice values all different languages, dialects and forms of communication.

Participation
Digital justice prioritizes the participation of people who have
been traditionally excluded from and attacked by media and technology.
Digital justice advances our ability to tell our own stories, as individuals and as communities.
Digital justice values non-digital forms of communication and fosters knowledge-sharing across generations.
Digital justice demystifies technology to the point where we can
not only use it, but create our own technologies and participate in the
decisions that will shape communications infrastructure.

Common ownership
Digital justice fuels the creation of knowledge, tools and technologies that are free and shared openly with the public.
Digital justice promotes diverse business models for the control
and distribution of information, including: cooperative business models
and municipal ownership.

Healthy communities
Digital justice provides spaces through which people can
investigate community problems, generate solutions, create media and
organize together.
Digital justice promotes alternative energy, recycling and
salvaging technology, and using technology to promote environmental
solutions.
Digital justice advances community-based economic development by
expanding technology access for small businesses, independent artists
and other entrepreneurs.
Digital justice integrates media and technology into education in
order to transform teaching and learning, to value multiple learning
styles and to expand the process of learning beyond the classroom and
across the lifespan.

=== April 1, 2010 ===
Introductions
On call: Mark, gunner, Jim, Jenna
Mark facilitating, gunner taking notes

* Individuals Report on Support Contacts

* Adele & Mallory Report back from OC meeting

These folks are not present, and no one on call was at recent organizers meeting in Detroit.

* Appeal Letter for Fundraising

No on call who can speak to this tonight.

* Creating Organizing Principles and Goals

In last call, we discussed wanting a set of principles. Not specifics, set of principles that allow people to have autonomy in how they use space. Discussed using collaborative democracy tool to create principles. Groups of 4/5 edit and contribute, come up with finite list, 10 or less principles. Alternately, more democratic consensus model, but what does that look like?

We don't have a full quorum, but we should talk about process and what goals look like

Jim: I think the collaborative democracy tool would be better, would provide greater amount of ideas and suggestions and enable collaborative input. We'll have benefit of everyone weighing in.

Jenna: I'm not so sure we need that tool, we don't have that many people. I was hoping we could see what ICT had come up with.

tech principles for ICT
http://ict.ussf2010.org/wiki/technology_principles

Mark: When the Technology principles were set up, they were in 1 location. I want to be as transparent to prevent blow up like in Atlanta. I want to make sure we get as many voices as possible. It's going to be the framework of how we deal with any difficulties that might arise, what we fall back on.

Jenna: I can see using a model like a spokes council, we each go to our group and then bring findings back.

Mark: Organizations that want to have this autonomous thing, it seems like those types of orgs are important, need to do outreach to get them involved.

Jenna: By group, or groups of groups by category?

gunner: individual groups should be invited to weigh in, IMO.

Mark: Do targeted outreach, then whoever wants to be involved can be involved.

Jim: you can have shutdown date, but need to be inclusive.

Jenna: Maybe we can be responsible for polling our own group and reaching out to one other?

Jim: Perhaps there should be calls for the different calls for groupings.

Mark: I agree that as we move on there will lots of org structures for dealing with different aspects of it. What I suggest moving forward with this is try to get another meeting relatively soon, put a process proposal out and move forward. It might be a little too much of a challenge to set up a collaborative democracy and get what we want. I'd like to do another meeting and get this hammered down. Then we can focus and get away from top-down stuff.

Gunner: I agree

Jenna: I'm twinkling/i agree

* Collaborating organizations

Mark: How we can do outreach to coalitions, do autonomy, extend autonomy. We want to have multiple visions of training, drop-in, smorgasbord of ways to interact with technology. To be able to allow people to use space for all their needs in a way that fits with principles that come about. How to have the individual decisions not need to go to the top-level group, keep the power with the people using the space, not the small organizing group. I think with 21000 feet we can do amazing things. Give people space to do good things well.

Jim: Thinking of bigger players vs smaller ones, insuring inclusiveness. This all makes sense to me.

* Meeting to decide

Mark: OK we need to get guiding principles nailed down. But the 2 big things on our radar how to set up the space to allow dropins, open access but also to allow people to set up stations that can exist for the duration of event, prometheous, radref, west coast mob, . Not walled off but knowing that people can do what they do, not really have to be constantly working on finding where to work. There's a space dedicated to youth, what other spaces will be dedicated, if folks walk in the space, where can they set up and use the space.

Jim: Does that also mean that certain size space will be assigned for a group? Are we considering any limitation? Or deal with it as we need it.

Mark: I'm expressing my view. We're sure that "youth" needs to have their own dedicated space. Not really Any thinking that's gone farther than that. But in terms of formal process on that. I think that needs to be its own meeting. That conversation could last a full hour. If we do that right, nothing but good things are going to happen. If not, landmines, and I've seen landmines. Don't want to strangle with process, but I know what a loaded issue that can be if someone feels they don't have access. When you get a warrior riled up that can be scary.

Jenna: Can I go back to the principles? We talked about principles and goals, on the pages I see "consistent with charter", etc. Is that's what going to come out of this, are we scrapping the goals?

Mark: The principles are a great starting place, they're about creating space. That is a really good place to start for the kind of things we're shooting for with these principles.

Jenna: Looking at this list of 10 things of carefully referenced. I want to say "what do you think this is going to be all about for us?"

Mark: We don't really have a model, want to find what works best. How do we want this to run? How can people who want to contribute do so? Not "don't chew gum" type things. What are our goals, visions? What do we want the space to look like? How do we want people to feel?

Jenna: Those are great questions.

Mark: There's no template for what we're doing. It's like "what are we trying to do"

Jim: Looking back at 2007, do you see anything from that lends itself to that?

Mark: That process got hamstrung based on where they decided to put it. There wasn't any good documentation that came out of that process. Rooms were in bowels of civic center, had to walk past security guards.

Jim: Yes, there was lots of security for sure

Mark: It was fully functioning but not useful.

Gunner: I would name hardware security as a concern, but let's not take that on now.

Mark: that's going to be a big thing to focus on over the months. I hope there can be sub-working group discussing logistics of running the space. How do we get the volunteers, "hall monitors", not cops but someone is watching the space. With massive open hours. What do we want to take on? Maybe focus on desktops, etc.

Gunner: And ultimate security must fall to autonomous groups.

Mark: Yes, has to be spread around, not top-down being responsible for other people's equipment.

Gunner: I hope registration has enough space.

Mark: We had 40 computers set up in Atlanta, tons of computers not being used all the time. I don't know the latest details.

Mark: Those are all my major points, will follow up Mallory and Adele, try to get another meeting happening soon and then break off into work groups around major issues.

Jenna: Sounds good

Gunner: yep

Mark: Maybe figure out types of orgs who might want access, figure out smorgasbord of types of orgs who might be there.

=== March 26-28, 2010 ===
Meeting for the Organizing Committee (OC) of the USSF

===== Taken from [[Organizing_Committee#OC_schedule_and_meeting_notes|OC Notes]] =====
:where we're at/what we need:

- we're at beginning stages of this process [next call is supposed to cover.
- need more media folks to come on the calls to develop the center
- have had some good convos between ICT and comms, are in a better place
- we have the historical view of what the center was: there was a professionals section, a computer area, then there was an upstairs spot where folks were programming. had 30 computers last time wired to the same system, all used linux system. hunch this time is that there will be more non-professional folks.
- alfredo: determined we should open up a second media server for ussf video. [what does that mean? the server is a souped up computer which holds data and delivers it when needed. to do one for video would mean much more storage for videos, possibly a higher level of performance. would include plenary sessions.
- youth told alfredo they want their own section and their own space of computers.
- youth rep says they haven't talked about computers
- daily newspaper at the forum. at WSF it's called Terra Viva. could start with critical moment framework. could print 5-10k daily. would be a way for everything to hook up. could publish in 2 languages [not translating but just producing in diff languages]...in fact terra viva might already be planned for this forum. what would the budget be for this? who would staff it?
- could talk about controversies from 07 which could be useful

:UPDATE on HISTORY:

controversy:
- press badges. having folks register for press badges and then not be allowed into PMC if they didn't have official badges.
- tension between professional and non-professional media in terms of space
- tension between ppl with laptops vs without computers. how many stations are we going to set up with power/ethernet vs stations with computers at them
- space issue created a controversy with one group - PMC ended up in a back room up 3 stairs in a series of rooms. tech worked to make the best of it, this group didn't respond well and ended up doing trainings in the space, taking over another space, etc.

:THIS TIME AROUND:

- has been very collaborative. ICT/Comms have committed not to take over the space. All creating the principles.
- no press passes. everyone's media, everyone has a story to tell.
- talked about having a space set aside for youth so they don't get pushed aside, trumped.
- we will have a separate live room for interviews and press briefings.
- Free Speech wants to cover the whole thing. If Democracy Now wants to do it what do we do? [they broadcast early]
- emergency folks come on.

:RESOURCES:

- 100 computers from Chicago
- 50 from Aspiration/Ruckus
- we have a crew from SF that does mesh networking...keeps us from having server crashes.
- hotels, WCCC, etc.
- 100 people on the writers network list. hope at least 25 of them come.

:NEEDS:
- in Atl we were running around last minute for surge protectors etc. Need to double check that we have
- internet connectivity has free wireless access which could get slammed. in ATL we got 4 DSL lines.
- will need tables and chairs in the space
- storage space and a work space before the ussf. from early june. need to store computers possibly as early as a few weeks. may need to rent a van to take computers between spaces.
- to assess what software needs to be on the computers [final cut? media editing software? Image, Audio, Video Editing. the image and audio stuff that's free and open source is really good, folks are using it already. the video editing software thats free and open source is not so great yet. folks who bring their own computers will likely have their own software. folks who are coming and wanting to try for the first time. [opinion - have a couple with final cut pro on it]
- to shape the radical reference and aspirations trainings [with a youth rep]
- the online PMC - where is that going to live? [in 2007 the blog fed to the front page and that jacked up how many folks were blogging. could intercept it with twitter, fb, etc.]

:BIG QUESTIONS:
- are we going to put out major $ for software we don't politically believe in. [youth could have that as a part of their process]
- will we have wireless access in every ussf space? goal is YES. limitation is a) electrical outlets, b) points where we have internet access coming in? is there a way to connect at hart plaza...are we allowed to? same for hush house, etc.

:UPDATES:
- how can we have folks donate equipment and funds to support this thru different funding networks

:TO DO:
- need an appeal letter for PMC by Wednesday
- test run of mesh network [at cobo, at ussf village space]
- talk to Terra Viva to see if they are planning to print at USSF [see critical moment framework, have a way that blogs are feeding into a central space]
- see if we can get a tickertape that shows the titles of new pieces going up.
- recruit more people for the PMC
- map OUR media. reach out to the documentation and eval group.
- reach out to local media.
- ussf media....

=== March 17, 2010 ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organizations

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

Media Center

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'''Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center'''

; Next Call: Tuesday, May 11, 2010 - 9pm EDT // 6pm PDT
: [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

; Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

; Live Notes!: http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb

; Email list signup: [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC Email List signup]

== Goals & Organizing Principles ==

The People's Media Center has created these living principles to address and challenge hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources are all welcome within this space, we are all committed to challenging institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. As a result, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized.

1. Accessible Space: The PMC will be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. It will be accessible to all people with a diversity of languages, skills, resources, abilities, and audience or communities.

2. Production Environment: The PMC will encourage all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, mobile blogging, podcasts, websites, databases, and/or any other creative form(s) of expression.

3. Learning Environment: The PMC will provide an easily-accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production. The PMC will facilitate resource and skill sharing.

4. Meeting Space: The PMC will be a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meet and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

5. Community Resource: PMC equipment, organizing principles, and volunteer energy will be left in Detroit for local media justice organizations.

6. Expert Co-Users: As co-users of the PMC, we collectively acknowledge that we are all experts at our own experiences and will all share in this environment of radical living and learning.

The People's Media Center builds strategies for our movement in these areas:

1. Alternative Media: Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks to create autonomous "spaces" that are run by participating organizations, groups, and accountable individuals, who can provide the necessary means to produce and teach media production as well as prominently publish their work through this process.

2. Community Facilitation: Create a working group of diverse backgrounds to facilitate an organic schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings. Foster communication on disagreements and concerns when necessary.

3. Praxis and Pedagogy: Individuals and Organizations will share the environment by assuming responsibilities to teach and work as well as learn, offering our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic media-making exchange.

4. Media Politics: List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about people-produced media.

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

;large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
;dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
;wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
;power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
;computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
;external HD & SD cards:
;video cameras:
;mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
;projectors:
;satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction

=== Online Radio ===
RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
=== Training ===
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

====Directory of skillsharers====
====Scheduled workshops====
====On demand workshops====
====Guerrilla workshops====
====Equipment and space needs====
====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====
[http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

Planned or on-demand workshop ideas
* share your favorite open source tool
* I think it would be interesting to have a reference Q&A session, maybe not something that needs to be led by a librarian, but a resource-sharing session where people could share useful websites, resources, etc.? A reference event with a group as opposed to one-on-one?
* How to start a zine library, independent library, or infoshop (perhaps ABC No Rio Zine Library folks would be willing to help, or we could invite in anyone who is interested for a caucus/discussion?)
* Intro/how to search like a librarian (basics--truncation, boolean, etc.)
* I think a general, How to Hack Your Library session (about the basic services that all libraries should have and how to find them) would be good--since not everyone will be from Detroit
* There must be one or two really awesome collections in Detroit, right? Could we/would we want to organize a field trip?
* I would also be really interested to discuss print vs. digital culture in some way, but I'm not sure how to articulate this well. I'm sure there will be a large amount of radical publishers attending the USSF, so I'd be interested to talk more about how they are feeling about their publications as ebooks and online resources are seen more and more in the mainstream as a threat. Maybe this is just something for me to think about at the forum, and less so a presentation topic, though.
* Web 2.0 tools (I hate that term, but what can you do?), e.g. Twitter, Delicious, RSS feeds
* Finding free public domain images, copyright issues
* Advanced Googling, alternatives to Google
* maybe some software applications, depending on who is good at stuff--knowing that the Media Center is unlikely to provide access to proprietary apps like MS Office
* Cloud computing and other nifty online tools
* Fact-Checking 101
* Finding Statistics Online
* Finding Community Information Online (e.g. using census.gov, finding municipal data, etc.)
* Intro to Drupal
* Mapping Your Community Online (a la [http://www.greenmap.org http://www.greenmap.org])
* maybe even a Detroit-specific Hack Your Library (in NYC, we just did one: [http://radicalreference.info/node/2957 http://radicalreference.info/node/2957])

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open
Wireless mesh network

=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===

=== Principles ===

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform theirr reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (glassbeadcollective.org)
: Local Indymedia collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh indypgh.org
:--Rochester NY rochester.indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities tc.indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area indybay.org
:--Houston houston.indymedia.org
:--Portland portland.indymedia.org
:--Philly phillyimc.org
:--Urbana-Champaign ucimc.org
:--Chicago chicago.indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: ???
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Targeted outreach strategy
# Reports back
## [[Online Media Center]]
## ...

=== May 4, 2010 ===

Facilitator: Mark
Notetaker: Mallory

# Introductions: Leslie, Mark, Melissa, Lottie, Mallory
# MC Principles
# Reports back
## Trainings - Leslie: Different kinds of trainings could be given in a directory of people/skills (available in online user profile) and also getting list of needs for guerrilla trainings. Equipment and space by going over the floor plan to accommodate workshops, trainings, organization/groups set-ups, open spaces. Need is to talk about who the participating organizations are (item 4). Need to talk about the schedule. Did discuss the existence of help desk, security, jobs for volunteers. Reduce number of people in trainings. Possibility of having silent zones, needing space to do video recordings.
## Online Media Center http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Online_Media_Center: Adding functionality online for organizing participant skills, how to schedule and display trainings, etc.
## Printed program text (item 2: MC Principles)
# Targeted outreach strategy: Includes newsletters, forwarding to networks, etc. Need to come up with a list, too.

=== April 27, 2010 ===
Facilitator: Lottie
Notetaker: Mallory

1. Introductions:
Lottie, Scott Byrd, Jesse (race Poverty and Environment), Divad (Left Turn), Mallory, Jenna (Radical Reference), Leslie (Green Guerrillas), Gunner (Aspiration, SF), Mark

2. Reports back
* Divad - Left Turn's vision for a tent space to connect everyday experiences with collective vision to engage people to program and share informally, dialogues, building work, more than just info on the table. Will send invitation around. Scott: space is not just like a center place in Cobo Hall but that there are other satellite locations, too.
* Scott - Communications will produce a newspaper daily, like the IPS work on the WSF Tera Viva publication which will be produced within the Media Center. Actual frequency depends on capacity and funding. Rad Ref can help with fact checking and research.
* Jesse - Organizing journalists to identify themes within the USSF, taking the opportunity to do interviews. Will send more info via email list and wiki.
* Lottie - Story mapping project & AMC + USSF, Digital Justice Coalition, on workshops and other things but there will be a presence. It's still being worked out.
* Mallory - The Cochabamba Climate Change conference and with my experience from last WSF in Brazil I'm excited to share the possibilities and how to organize folks on the ground to amass all of the media content production of the people that come.

3. Questions, other agenda items, etc.

'''ITEMS ON OUR PROCESS:'''
* Internal wiki organizing: http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
* Calls every other week splitting up tech/planning?
* Communication between calls--maybe use the wiki for planning, etc.
* Organizational structure and plan? What to expect and what we can do?
* Need to get ready to do more reports back to the larger organizing group, agenda space at the end of May

'''COMMITTEE WORK FOR REPORT BACK NEXT MEETING:'''
* (Lottie) Space map and overview of space management?
* (Scott) Webpage committee External Web organizing: Development on front-facing web information about the Media Center, sign up, more info, etc. Management of time slots, space allocation, etc. http://www.ussf2010.org/pmc, link to wiki page, how to list sponsoring organizations, collaborating organizations, also to list principles.
* (Jenna & Leslie) Organizing skillshares (outreach) & schedule and workshops; to include workshops officially submitted or not? Scott can send out the map and also a skeleton of the schedule:
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/floorplan.doc
(this is scaled one inch=20 feet)
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/PMCSCHEDULE.doc
(ok--don't need a pw now)
* (Everyone) Compile list of whose coming and skill-share bringing?
* (Mallory) Tech available for pooling media? Will make proposal for next time. Also will be on the call for this Thursday's ICT meeting
* (Scott + B. Loewe) Include PMC in next email blast and include physical mapping to help people get more involved. Deadline of two weeks to direct people to the website so that people can 'sign-up' or use our working group connections to do a prioritized outreach effort.
* (Mallory) Coordinate space with the larger organizing body - OC & NPC, reports back and agenda points

4. tabled: Appeals letter

5. tabled: MC Principles

=== April 13, 2010 ===
'''Introductions''': Mark - Open Flows & May First People Link, Lottie - East Michigan Environmental Action Coalition, Mallory - May First/People Link, Marisa, Leslie - Green Guerrillas (Ithaca), Divad - Left Turn

'''Report backs''' (please help fill in details)
*group from CA
*Labor Video Project-L.A.-media group
*concrete link with AMC and USSF (still in progress, happening in digital justice coalition meeting)
*on the commons - "Story Catchers" (onthecommons.org)
*paper tiger, labor video project
*Left Turn: workshops, tent, space to share info and interact
*space: http://www.cobocenter.com/css/floorplan_Level2.pdf (Media Center is in Abassador's dining room - second floor)

'''Collaboratively generate principles in the notes'''

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media.

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Hierarchy,

example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta:
WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:

1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media,
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

'''Possible Resources for principles'''

http://detroit-commons.googlegroups.com/web/12+TOOL+Commons+Principles.pdf?hl=en&gda=05Z_KVEAAABcWT6j0H-2INgPxitNabIJsptjT6xeQjY7eA5rm3EI5_tmfy0hzMX6IDJThzwPyzieCIVVhZscB0LAVRmUysZPUwk_6Qi3BU8HCN0q6OYwM5VxXgp_nHWJXhfr7YhqVgA&gsc=6qnRwRgAAADlZhfgygjPXabZM44WGISVzd9Opkpm_OYDmqOe5cGGCQ

Detroit Digital Justice Coalition Principles:

VISION
The Detroit Digital Justice Coalition
is comprised of people and organizations in Detroit who believe that
communication is a fundamental human right. We are securing that right
through activities that are grounded in the digital justice principles
of: access, participation, common ownership, and healthy communities.
PRINCIPLES
Access
Digital justice ensures that all members of our community have
equal access to media and technology, as producers as well as consumers.
Digital justice provides multiple layers of communications
infrastructure in order to ensure that every member of the community
has access to life-saving emergency information.
Digital justice values all different languages, dialects and forms of communication.

Participation
Digital justice prioritizes the participation of people who have
been traditionally excluded from and attacked by media and technology.
Digital justice advances our ability to tell our own stories, as individuals and as communities.
Digital justice values non-digital forms of communication and fosters knowledge-sharing across generations.
Digital justice demystifies technology to the point where we can
not only use it, but create our own technologies and participate in the
decisions that will shape communications infrastructure.

Common ownership
Digital justice fuels the creation of knowledge, tools and technologies that are free and shared openly with the public.
Digital justice promotes diverse business models for the control
and distribution of information, including: cooperative business models
and municipal ownership.

Healthy communities
Digital justice provides spaces through which people can
investigate community problems, generate solutions, create media and
organize together.
Digital justice promotes alternative energy, recycling and
salvaging technology, and using technology to promote environmental
solutions.
Digital justice advances community-based economic development by
expanding technology access for small businesses, independent artists
and other entrepreneurs.
Digital justice integrates media and technology into education in
order to transform teaching and learning, to value multiple learning
styles and to expand the process of learning beyond the classroom and
across the lifespan.

=== April 1, 2010 ===
Introductions
On call: Mark, gunner, Jim, Jenna
Mark facilitating, gunner taking notes

* Individuals Report on Support Contacts

* Adele & Mallory Report back from OC meeting

These folks are not present, and no one on call was at recent organizers meeting in Detroit.

* Appeal Letter for Fundraising

No on call who can speak to this tonight.

* Creating Organizing Principles and Goals

In last call, we discussed wanting a set of principles. Not specifics, set of principles that allow people to have autonomy in how they use space. Discussed using collaborative democracy tool to create principles. Groups of 4/5 edit and contribute, come up with finite list, 10 or less principles. Alternately, more democratic consensus model, but what does that look like?

We don't have a full quorum, but we should talk about process and what goals look like

Jim: I think the collaborative democracy tool would be better, would provide greater amount of ideas and suggestions and enable collaborative input. We'll have benefit of everyone weighing in.

Jenna: I'm not so sure we need that tool, we don't have that many people. I was hoping we could see what ICT had come up with.

tech principles for ICT
http://ict.ussf2010.org/wiki/technology_principles

Mark: When the Technology principles were set up, they were in 1 location. I want to be as transparent to prevent blow up like in Atlanta. I want to make sure we get as many voices as possible. It's going to be the framework of how we deal with any difficulties that might arise, what we fall back on.

Jenna: I can see using a model like a spokes council, we each go to our group and then bring findings back.

Mark: Organizations that want to have this autonomous thing, it seems like those types of orgs are important, need to do outreach to get them involved.

Jenna: By group, or groups of groups by category?

gunner: individual groups should be invited to weigh in, IMO.

Mark: Do targeted outreach, then whoever wants to be involved can be involved.

Jim: you can have shutdown date, but need to be inclusive.

Jenna: Maybe we can be responsible for polling our own group and reaching out to one other?

Jim: Perhaps there should be calls for the different calls for groupings.

Mark: I agree that as we move on there will lots of org structures for dealing with different aspects of it. What I suggest moving forward with this is try to get another meeting relatively soon, put a process proposal out and move forward. It might be a little too much of a challenge to set up a collaborative democracy and get what we want. I'd like to do another meeting and get this hammered down. Then we can focus and get away from top-down stuff.

Gunner: I agree

Jenna: I'm twinkling/i agree

* Collaborating organizations

Mark: How we can do outreach to coalitions, do autonomy, extend autonomy. We want to have multiple visions of training, drop-in, smorgasbord of ways to interact with technology. To be able to allow people to use space for all their needs in a way that fits with principles that come about. How to have the individual decisions not need to go to the top-level group, keep the power with the people using the space, not the small organizing group. I think with 21000 feet we can do amazing things. Give people space to do good things well.

Jim: Thinking of bigger players vs smaller ones, insuring inclusiveness. This all makes sense to me.

* Meeting to decide

Mark: OK we need to get guiding principles nailed down. But the 2 big things on our radar how to set up the space to allow dropins, open access but also to allow people to set up stations that can exist for the duration of event, prometheous, radref, west coast mob, . Not walled off but knowing that people can do what they do, not really have to be constantly working on finding where to work. There's a space dedicated to youth, what other spaces will be dedicated, if folks walk in the space, where can they set up and use the space.

Jim: Does that also mean that certain size space will be assigned for a group? Are we considering any limitation? Or deal with it as we need it.

Mark: I'm expressing my view. We're sure that "youth" needs to have their own dedicated space. Not really Any thinking that's gone farther than that. But in terms of formal process on that. I think that needs to be its own meeting. That conversation could last a full hour. If we do that right, nothing but good things are going to happen. If not, landmines, and I've seen landmines. Don't want to strangle with process, but I know what a loaded issue that can be if someone feels they don't have access. When you get a warrior riled up that can be scary.

Jenna: Can I go back to the principles? We talked about principles and goals, on the pages I see "consistent with charter", etc. Is that's what going to come out of this, are we scrapping the goals?

Mark: The principles are a great starting place, they're about creating space. That is a really good place to start for the kind of things we're shooting for with these principles.

Jenna: Looking at this list of 10 things of carefully referenced. I want to say "what do you think this is going to be all about for us?"

Mark: We don't really have a model, want to find what works best. How do we want this to run? How can people who want to contribute do so? Not "don't chew gum" type things. What are our goals, visions? What do we want the space to look like? How do we want people to feel?

Jenna: Those are great questions.

Mark: There's no template for what we're doing. It's like "what are we trying to do"

Jim: Looking back at 2007, do you see anything from that lends itself to that?

Mark: That process got hamstrung based on where they decided to put it. There wasn't any good documentation that came out of that process. Rooms were in bowels of civic center, had to walk past security guards.

Jim: Yes, there was lots of security for sure

Mark: It was fully functioning but not useful.

Gunner: I would name hardware security as a concern, but let's not take that on now.

Mark: that's going to be a big thing to focus on over the months. I hope there can be sub-working group discussing logistics of running the space. How do we get the volunteers, "hall monitors", not cops but someone is watching the space. With massive open hours. What do we want to take on? Maybe focus on desktops, etc.

Gunner: And ultimate security must fall to autonomous groups.

Mark: Yes, has to be spread around, not top-down being responsible for other people's equipment.

Gunner: I hope registration has enough space.

Mark: We had 40 computers set up in Atlanta, tons of computers not being used all the time. I don't know the latest details.

Mark: Those are all my major points, will follow up Mallory and Adele, try to get another meeting happening soon and then break off into work groups around major issues.

Jenna: Sounds good

Gunner: yep

Mark: Maybe figure out types of orgs who might want access, figure out smorgasbord of types of orgs who might be there.

=== March 26-28, 2010 ===
Meeting for the Organizing Committee (OC) of the USSF

===== Taken from [[Organizing_Committee#OC_schedule_and_meeting_notes|OC Notes]] =====
:where we're at/what we need:

- we're at beginning stages of this process [next call is supposed to cover.
- need more media folks to come on the calls to develop the center
- have had some good convos between ICT and comms, are in a better place
- we have the historical view of what the center was: there was a professionals section, a computer area, then there was an upstairs spot where folks were programming. had 30 computers last time wired to the same system, all used linux system. hunch this time is that there will be more non-professional folks.
- alfredo: determined we should open up a second media server for ussf video. [what does that mean? the server is a souped up computer which holds data and delivers it when needed. to do one for video would mean much more storage for videos, possibly a higher level of performance. would include plenary sessions.
- youth told alfredo they want their own section and their own space of computers.
- youth rep says they haven't talked about computers
- daily newspaper at the forum. at WSF it's called Terra Viva. could start with critical moment framework. could print 5-10k daily. would be a way for everything to hook up. could publish in 2 languages [not translating but just producing in diff languages]...in fact terra viva might already be planned for this forum. what would the budget be for this? who would staff it?
- could talk about controversies from 07 which could be useful

:UPDATE on HISTORY:

controversy:
- press badges. having folks register for press badges and then not be allowed into PMC if they didn't have official badges.
- tension between professional and non-professional media in terms of space
- tension between ppl with laptops vs without computers. how many stations are we going to set up with power/ethernet vs stations with computers at them
- space issue created a controversy with one group - PMC ended up in a back room up 3 stairs in a series of rooms. tech worked to make the best of it, this group didn't respond well and ended up doing trainings in the space, taking over another space, etc.

:THIS TIME AROUND:

- has been very collaborative. ICT/Comms have committed not to take over the space. All creating the principles.
- no press passes. everyone's media, everyone has a story to tell.
- talked about having a space set aside for youth so they don't get pushed aside, trumped.
- we will have a separate live room for interviews and press briefings.
- Free Speech wants to cover the whole thing. If Democracy Now wants to do it what do we do? [they broadcast early]
- emergency folks come on.

:RESOURCES:

- 100 computers from Chicago
- 50 from Aspiration/Ruckus
- we have a crew from SF that does mesh networking...keeps us from having server crashes.
- hotels, WCCC, etc.
- 100 people on the writers network list. hope at least 25 of them come.

:NEEDS:
- in Atl we were running around last minute for surge protectors etc. Need to double check that we have
- internet connectivity has free wireless access which could get slammed. in ATL we got 4 DSL lines.
- will need tables and chairs in the space
- storage space and a work space before the ussf. from early june. need to store computers possibly as early as a few weeks. may need to rent a van to take computers between spaces.
- to assess what software needs to be on the computers [final cut? media editing software? Image, Audio, Video Editing. the image and audio stuff that's free and open source is really good, folks are using it already. the video editing software thats free and open source is not so great yet. folks who bring their own computers will likely have their own software. folks who are coming and wanting to try for the first time. [opinion - have a couple with final cut pro on it]
- to shape the radical reference and aspirations trainings [with a youth rep]
- the online PMC - where is that going to live? [in 2007 the blog fed to the front page and that jacked up how many folks were blogging. could intercept it with twitter, fb, etc.]

:BIG QUESTIONS:
- are we going to put out major $ for software we don't politically believe in. [youth could have that as a part of their process]
- will we have wireless access in every ussf space? goal is YES. limitation is a) electrical outlets, b) points where we have internet access coming in? is there a way to connect at hart plaza...are we allowed to? same for hush house, etc.

:UPDATES:
- how can we have folks donate equipment and funds to support this thru different funding networks

:TO DO:
- need an appeal letter for PMC by Wednesday
- test run of mesh network [at cobo, at ussf village space]
- talk to Terra Viva to see if they are planning to print at USSF [see critical moment framework, have a way that blogs are feeding into a central space]
- see if we can get a tickertape that shows the titles of new pieces going up.
- recruit more people for the PMC
- map OUR media. reach out to the documentation and eval group.
- reach out to local media.
- ussf media....

=== March 17, 2010 ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organizations

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

Media Center

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== Goals & Organizing Principles ==
Please help edit below (edit link to the right, no login required) or on the whiteboard:
http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-principles.wb

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media (how about '''people-produced media''' instead... citizen implies status... and people versus corporations).

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Addressing and challenging hierarchy within our movement. Recognizing that individuals and organizations with differing abilities, purposes, and resources will all be welcome within this space, we are all committed to challenging institutional imbalances which can lead to division and impair the quality and quantity of stories being generated and shared before, during, and after the USSF. For us, institutional imbalances means that many voices have been traditionally denied access to media outlets, and media-making resources that guarantee that access, as a result of oppression and exploitation. As a result, we accept the responsibility to ensure that those who have been denied such access based upon race, class, sex, age, creed, ability, criminal history, sexual orientation, and immigrant status will be prioritized. To that end, as co-users of this space acknowledging that we are all experts at our own experiences, we all agree to share in this environment of radical living and learning by assuming a "work shift" where we will actively offer our abilities and resources as part of this dynamic media-making exchange.

Example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta: WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:
1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

== Needs List / Budget ==

[[media_center_appeals|Appeals letter]]

;large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
;dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
;wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
;power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
;computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
;external HD & SD cards:
;video cameras:
;mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
;projectors:
;satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
* Prometheus Radio, Philly
=== Television Broadcast ===
* Deep Dish TV
* Open Media Foundation / DeProduction

=== Online Radio ===
RP&E Radio, Race, Poverty & the Environment Audio Podcasts on Climate Justice and Women & Work.

=== Online Video ===
* WSFTV.net
* video.indymedia.org
=== Print Media ===
* Critical Resistance
* Indypendent
* Terra Viva
* Race, Poverty & the Environment

=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
=== Training ===
====Meetings====
[http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center-trainings-100503.wb Notes May 3, 2010]

====Directory of skillsharers====
====Scheduled workshops====
====On demand workshops====
====Guerrilla workshops====
====Equipment and space needs====
====Online needs====
====Participating organizations====
* [http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.

=== Logistics ===
* 510 Open
Wireless mesh network

=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===

=== Principles ===

=== Other Possible Partner Organizations ===
Including groups whose primary mission is not making media. Once groups are contacted, we should move these under their Area of Media Support

* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform theirr reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (glassbeadcollective.org)
: Local Indymedia collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh indypgh.org
:--Rochester NY rochester.indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities tc.indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area indybay.org
:--Houston houston.indymedia.org
:--Portland portland.indymedia.org
:--Philly phillyimc.org
:--Urbana-Champaign ucimc.org
:--Chicago chicago.indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
Facilitator: ???
Notetaker: ???
# Introductions
# Reports back
# Targeted outreach strategy
# MC Principles

=== April 27, 2010 ===
Facilitator: Lottie
Notetaker: Mallory

1. Introductions:
Lottie, Scott Byrd, Jesse (race Poverty and Environment), Divad (Left Turn), Mallory, Jenna (Radical Reference), Leslie (Green Guerrillas), Gunner (Aspiration, SF), Mark

2. Reports back
* Divad - Left Turn's vision for a tent space to connect everyday experiences with collective vision to engage people to program and share informally, dialogues, building work, more than just info on the table. Will send invitation around. Scott: space is not just like a center place in Cobo Hall but that there are other satellite locations, too.
* Scott - Communications will produce a newspaper daily, like the IPS work on the WSF Tera Viva publication which will be produced within the Media Center. Actual frequency depends on capacity and funding. Rad Ref can help with fact checking and research.
* Jesse - Organizing journalists to identify themes within the USSF, taking the opportunity to do interviews. Will send more info via email list and wiki.
* Lottie - Story mapping project & AMC + USSF, Digital Justice Coalition, on workshops and other things but there will be a presence. It's still being worked out.
* Mallory - The Cochabamba Climate Change conference and with my experience from last WSF in Brazil I'm excited to share the possibilities and how to organize folks on the ground to amass all of the media content production of the people that come.

3. Questions, other agenda items, etc.

'''ITEMS ON OUR PROCESS:'''
* Internal wiki organizing: http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
* Calls every other week splitting up tech/planning?
* Communication between calls--maybe use the wiki for planning, etc.
* Organizational structure and plan? What to expect and what we can do?
* Need to get ready to do more reports back to the larger organizing group, agenda space at the end of May

'''COMMITTEE WORK FOR REPORT BACK NEXT MEETING:'''
* (Lottie) Space map and overview of space management?
* (Scott) Webpage committee External Web organizing: Development on front-facing web information about the Media Center, sign up, more info, etc. Management of time slots, space allocation, etc. http://www.ussf2010.org/pmc, link to wiki page, how to list sponsoring organizations, collaborating organizations, also to list principles.
* (Jenna & Leslie) Organizing skillshares (outreach) & schedule and workshops; to include workshops officially submitted or not? Scott can send out the map and also a skeleton of the schedule:
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/floorplan.doc
(this is scaled one inch=20 feet)
https://webfiles.uci.edu/sbyrd/PMCSCHEDULE.doc
(ok--don't need a pw now)
* (Everyone) Compile list of whose coming and skill-share bringing?
* (Mallory) Tech available for pooling media? Will make proposal for next time. Also will be on the call for this Thursday's ICT meeting
* (Scott + B. Loewe) Include PMC in next email blast and include physical mapping to help people get more involved. Deadline of two weeks to direct people to the website so that people can 'sign-up' or use our working group connections to do a prioritized outreach effort.
* (Mallory) Coordinate space with the larger organizing body - OC & NPC, reports back and agenda points

4. tabled: Appeals letter

5. tabled: MC Principles

=== April 13, 2010 ===
'''Introductions''': Mark - Open Flows & May First People Link, Lottie - East Michigan Environmental Action Coalition, Mallory - May First/People Link, Marisa, Leslie - Green Guerrillas (Ithaca), Divad - Left Turn

'''Report backs''' (please help fill in details)
*group from CA
*Labor Video Project-L.A.-media group
*concrete link with AMC and USSF (still in progress, happening in digital justice coalition meeting)
*on the commons - "Story Catchers" (onthecommons.org)
*paper tiger, labor video project
*Left Turn: workshops, tent, space to share info and interact
*space: http://www.cobocenter.com/css/floorplan_Level2.pdf (Media Center is in Abassador's dining room - second floor)

'''Collaboratively generate principles in the notes'''

0. Space should be accessible, welcoming, and secure for all attendees. Accessible to all people with a diversity of language, skills, resources, ability, and audience or communities.

1. Production environment for all Social Forum attendees to document the USSF using TV, radio, online video, blogging, print productions, photography, Mobile Blogging, Podcasts, Websites, or Databases.

2. Learning environment: Provide an easily accessible and welcoming space for Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds to learn and teach media production.

3. Meeting space: Hold a space for networks, organizations, crews, and ad-hoc groups to meeting and plan, produce, recruit, and collaborate.

4. Reach out to alternative media organizations and networks leading up to the forum. Create autonomous "spaces" that are run by [participating] anchoring organizations, be they existing organizations or coalitions formed for the purpose, as well as accountable individuals, who can provide the security, know how, and equipment necessary to produce media and teach media production to Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds.

5. Create a working group to hold the space. Create a working group to greet Social Forum attendees of divergent backgrounds walking through the door find out what they need to do or learn and direct them to take advantage of available resources.

6. Facilitate an organic and constantly updating schedule of trainings, workshops, meetings.

6a. Facilitate (daily?) meetings where issues and concerns of space users (connected to space use) can be aired and addressed.

7. Facilitate resource sharing such as "whose available and what skill sets" list of people that are currently in the space to be used to find one on one skill shares.

8. List these principles and others prominently, recruiting political organizations, making our perspectives known and clear, and furthering the conversation in our communities about citizen-produced media.

9. Leave behind equipment and organizing principles, volunteer energy, for Detroit local media justice organizations.

10. Hierarchy,

example of addressing hierarchy... this airs hourly on WRFG in Atlanta:
WRFG provides a voice for those who have been traditionally denied access to the broadcast media and the involvement of a broad base of community elements to guarantee that access. In the utilization of the Foundation's facilities and in its programs the following communities will receive first priority:

1. Those who continue to be denied free and open access to the broadcast media,
2. Those who suffer oppression or exploitation based upon class, race, sex, age or creed or sexual orientation.

'''Possible Resources for principles'''

http://detroit-commons.googlegroups.com/web/12+TOOL+Commons+Principles.pdf?hl=en&gda=05Z_KVEAAABcWT6j0H-2INgPxitNabIJsptjT6xeQjY7eA5rm3EI5_tmfy0hzMX6IDJThzwPyzieCIVVhZscB0LAVRmUysZPUwk_6Qi3BU8HCN0q6OYwM5VxXgp_nHWJXhfr7YhqVgA&gsc=6qnRwRgAAADlZhfgygjPXabZM44WGISVzd9Opkpm_OYDmqOe5cGGCQ

Detroit Digital Justice Coalition Principles:

VISION
The Detroit Digital Justice Coalition
is comprised of people and organizations in Detroit who believe that
communication is a fundamental human right. We are securing that right
through activities that are grounded in the digital justice principles
of: access, participation, common ownership, and healthy communities.
PRINCIPLES
Access
Digital justice ensures that all members of our community have
equal access to media and technology, as producers as well as consumers.
Digital justice provides multiple layers of communications
infrastructure in order to ensure that every member of the community
has access to life-saving emergency information.
Digital justice values all different languages, dialects and forms of communication.

Participation
Digital justice prioritizes the participation of people who have
been traditionally excluded from and attacked by media and technology.
Digital justice advances our ability to tell our own stories, as individuals and as communities.
Digital justice values non-digital forms of communication and fosters knowledge-sharing across generations.
Digital justice demystifies technology to the point where we can
not only use it, but create our own technologies and participate in the
decisions that will shape communications infrastructure.

Common ownership
Digital justice fuels the creation of knowledge, tools and technologies that are free and shared openly with the public.
Digital justice promotes diverse business models for the control
and distribution of information, including: cooperative business models
and municipal ownership.

Healthy communities
Digital justice provides spaces through which people can
investigate community problems, generate solutions, create media and
organize together.
Digital justice promotes alternative energy, recycling and
salvaging technology, and using technology to promote environmental
solutions.
Digital justice advances community-based economic development by
expanding technology access for small businesses, independent artists
and other entrepreneurs.
Digital justice integrates media and technology into education in
order to transform teaching and learning, to value multiple learning
styles and to expand the process of learning beyond the classroom and
across the lifespan.

=== April 1, 2010 ===
Introductions
On call: Mark, gunner, Jim, Jenna
Mark facilitating, gunner taking notes

* Individuals Report on Support Contacts

* Adele & Mallory Report back from OC meeting

These folks are not present, and no one on call was at recent organizers meeting in Detroit.

* Appeal Letter for Fundraising

No on call who can speak to this tonight.

* Creating Organizing Principles and Goals

In last call, we discussed wanting a set of principles. Not specifics, set of principles that allow people to have autonomy in how they use space. Discussed using collaborative democracy tool to create principles. Groups of 4/5 edit and contribute, come up with finite list, 10 or less principles. Alternately, more democratic consensus model, but what does that look like?

We don't have a full quorum, but we should talk about process and what goals look like

Jim: I think the collaborative democracy tool would be better, would provide greater amount of ideas and suggestions and enable collaborative input. We'll have benefit of everyone weighing in.

Jenna: I'm not so sure we need that tool, we don't have that many people. I was hoping we could see what ICT had come up with.

tech principles for ICT
http://ict.ussf2010.org/wiki/technology_principles

Mark: When the Technology principles were set up, they were in 1 location. I want to be as transparent to prevent blow up like in Atlanta. I want to make sure we get as many voices as possible. It's going to be the framework of how we deal with any difficulties that might arise, what we fall back on.

Jenna: I can see using a model like a spokes council, we each go to our group and then bring findings back.

Mark: Organizations that want to have this autonomous thing, it seems like those types of orgs are important, need to do outreach to get them involved.

Jenna: By group, or groups of groups by category?

gunner: individual groups should be invited to weigh in, IMO.

Mark: Do targeted outreach, then whoever wants to be involved can be involved.

Jim: you can have shutdown date, but need to be inclusive.

Jenna: Maybe we can be responsible for polling our own group and reaching out to one other?

Jim: Perhaps there should be calls for the different calls for groupings.

Mark: I agree that as we move on there will lots of org structures for dealing with different aspects of it. What I suggest moving forward with this is try to get another meeting relatively soon, put a process proposal out and move forward. It might be a little too much of a challenge to set up a collaborative democracy and get what we want. I'd like to do another meeting and get this hammered down. Then we can focus and get away from top-down stuff.

Gunner: I agree

Jenna: I'm twinkling/i agree

* Collaborating organizations

Mark: How we can do outreach to coalitions, do autonomy, extend autonomy. We want to have multiple visions of training, drop-in, smorgasbord of ways to interact with technology. To be able to allow people to use space for all their needs in a way that fits with principles that come about. How to have the individual decisions not need to go to the top-level group, keep the power with the people using the space, not the small organizing group. I think with 21000 feet we can do amazing things. Give people space to do good things well.

Jim: Thinking of bigger players vs smaller ones, insuring inclusiveness. This all makes sense to me.

* Meeting to decide

Mark: OK we need to get guiding principles nailed down. But the 2 big things on our radar how to set up the space to allow dropins, open access but also to allow people to set up stations that can exist for the duration of event, prometheous, radref, west coast mob, . Not walled off but knowing that people can do what they do, not really have to be constantly working on finding where to work. There's a space dedicated to youth, what other spaces will be dedicated, if folks walk in the space, where can they set up and use the space.

Jim: Does that also mean that certain size space will be assigned for a group? Are we considering any limitation? Or deal with it as we need it.

Mark: I'm expressing my view. We're sure that "youth" needs to have their own dedicated space. Not really Any thinking that's gone farther than that. But in terms of formal process on that. I think that needs to be its own meeting. That conversation could last a full hour. If we do that right, nothing but good things are going to happen. If not, landmines, and I've seen landmines. Don't want to strangle with process, but I know what a loaded issue that can be if someone feels they don't have access. When you get a warrior riled up that can be scary.

Jenna: Can I go back to the principles? We talked about principles and goals, on the pages I see "consistent with charter", etc. Is that's what going to come out of this, are we scrapping the goals?

Mark: The principles are a great starting place, they're about creating space. That is a really good place to start for the kind of things we're shooting for with these principles.

Jenna: Looking at this list of 10 things of carefully referenced. I want to say "what do you think this is going to be all about for us?"

Mark: We don't really have a model, want to find what works best. How do we want this to run? How can people who want to contribute do so? Not "don't chew gum" type things. What are our goals, visions? What do we want the space to look like? How do we want people to feel?

Jenna: Those are great questions.

Mark: There's no template for what we're doing. It's like "what are we trying to do"

Jim: Looking back at 2007, do you see anything from that lends itself to that?

Mark: That process got hamstrung based on where they decided to put it. There wasn't any good documentation that came out of that process. Rooms were in bowels of civic center, had to walk past security guards.

Jim: Yes, there was lots of security for sure

Mark: It was fully functioning but not useful.

Gunner: I would name hardware security as a concern, but let's not take that on now.

Mark: that's going to be a big thing to focus on over the months. I hope there can be sub-working group discussing logistics of running the space. How do we get the volunteers, "hall monitors", not cops but someone is watching the space. With massive open hours. What do we want to take on? Maybe focus on desktops, etc.

Gunner: And ultimate security must fall to autonomous groups.

Mark: Yes, has to be spread around, not top-down being responsible for other people's equipment.

Gunner: I hope registration has enough space.

Mark: We had 40 computers set up in Atlanta, tons of computers not being used all the time. I don't know the latest details.

Mark: Those are all my major points, will follow up Mallory and Adele, try to get another meeting happening soon and then break off into work groups around major issues.

Jenna: Sounds good

Gunner: yep

Mark: Maybe figure out types of orgs who might want access, figure out smorgasbord of types of orgs who might be there.

=== March 26-28, 2010 ===
Meeting for the Organizing Committee (OC) of the USSF

===== Taken from [[Organizing_Committee#OC_schedule_and_meeting_notes|OC Notes]] =====
:where we're at/what we need:

- we're at beginning stages of this process [next call is supposed to cover.
- need more media folks to come on the calls to develop the center
- have had some good convos between ICT and comms, are in a better place
- we have the historical view of what the center was: there was a professionals section, a computer area, then there was an upstairs spot where folks were programming. had 30 computers last time wired to the same system, all used linux system. hunch this time is that there will be more non-professional folks.
- alfredo: determined we should open up a second media server for ussf video. [what does that mean? the server is a souped up computer which holds data and delivers it when needed. to do one for video would mean much more storage for videos, possibly a higher level of performance. would include plenary sessions.
- youth told alfredo they want their own section and their own space of computers.
- youth rep says they haven't talked about computers
- daily newspaper at the forum. at WSF it's called Terra Viva. could start with critical moment framework. could print 5-10k daily. would be a way for everything to hook up. could publish in 2 languages [not translating but just producing in diff languages]...in fact terra viva might already be planned for this forum. what would the budget be for this? who would staff it?
- could talk about controversies from 07 which could be useful

:UPDATE on HISTORY:

controversy:
- press badges. having folks register for press badges and then not be allowed into PMC if they didn't have official badges.
- tension between professional and non-professional media in terms of space
- tension between ppl with laptops vs without computers. how many stations are we going to set up with power/ethernet vs stations with computers at them
- space issue created a controversy with one group - PMC ended up in a back room up 3 stairs in a series of rooms. tech worked to make the best of it, this group didn't respond well and ended up doing trainings in the space, taking over another space, etc.

:THIS TIME AROUND:

- has been very collaborative. ICT/Comms have committed not to take over the space. All creating the principles.
- no press passes. everyone's media, everyone has a story to tell.
- talked about having a space set aside for youth so they don't get pushed aside, trumped.
- we will have a separate live room for interviews and press briefings.
- Free Speech wants to cover the whole thing. If Democracy Now wants to do it what do we do? [they broadcast early]
- emergency folks come on.

:RESOURCES:

- 100 computers from Chicago
- 50 from Aspiration/Ruckus
- we have a crew from SF that does mesh networking...keeps us from having server crashes.
- hotels, WCCC, etc.
- 100 people on the writers network list. hope at least 25 of them come.

:NEEDS:
- in Atl we were running around last minute for surge protectors etc. Need to double check that we have
- internet connectivity has free wireless access which could get slammed. in ATL we got 4 DSL lines.
- will need tables and chairs in the space
- storage space and a work space before the ussf. from early june. need to store computers possibly as early as a few weeks. may need to rent a van to take computers between spaces.
- to assess what software needs to be on the computers [final cut? media editing software? Image, Audio, Video Editing. the image and audio stuff that's free and open source is really good, folks are using it already. the video editing software thats free and open source is not so great yet. folks who bring their own computers will likely have their own software. folks who are coming and wanting to try for the first time. [opinion - have a couple with final cut pro on it]
- to shape the radical reference and aspirations trainings [with a youth rep]
- the online PMC - where is that going to live? [in 2007 the blog fed to the front page and that jacked up how many folks were blogging. could intercept it with twitter, fb, etc.]

:BIG QUESTIONS:
- are we going to put out major $ for software we don't politically believe in. [youth could have that as a part of their process]
- will we have wireless access in every ussf space? goal is YES. limitation is a) electrical outlets, b) points where we have internet access coming in? is there a way to connect at hart plaza...are we allowed to? same for hush house, etc.

:UPDATES:
- how can we have folks donate equipment and funds to support this thru different funding networks

:TO DO:
- need an appeal letter for PMC by Wednesday
- test run of mesh network [at cobo, at ussf village space]
- talk to Terra Viva to see if they are planning to print at USSF [see critical moment framework, have a way that blogs are feeding into a central space]
- see if we can get a tickertape that shows the titles of new pieces going up.
- recruit more people for the PMC
- map OUR media. reach out to the documentation and eval group.
- reach out to local media.
- ussf media....

=== March 17, 2010 ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organizations

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

Media Center

2010-03-18T01:59:11Z

Jenna:

{{RightTOC}}
'''Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center'''

; Next Call: TBD
: [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

; Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

; Live Notes!: http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb

; Email list signup: [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC List Info]

== Goals ==

== Organizing Principles ==

== Needs List / Budget ==

;large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
;dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
;wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
;power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
;computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
;external HD & SD cards:
;video cameras:
;mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
;projectors:
;satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
=== Television Broadcast ===
=== Online Radio ===
=== Online Video ===
=== Print Media ===
=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
=== Training ===
* Scheduling
* Logistics
* Topics
=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===
=== Principles ===

== Participating and Allied Organizations ==
including groups whose primary mission is not making media
=== Participating Groups ===
* [http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform theirr reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

=== Groups you think could/should be encouraged to participate ===

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (glassbeadcollective.org)
: Local Indymedia collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh indypgh.org
:--Rochester NY rochester.indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities tc.indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area indybay.org
:--Houston houston.indymedia.org
:--Portland portland.indymedia.org
:--Philly phillyimc.org
:--Urbana-Champaign ucimc.org
:--Chicago chicago.indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organzations
# ...

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

Media Center

2010-03-18T01:57:45Z

Jenna:

{{RightTOC}}
'''Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center'''

; Next Call: TBD
: [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

; Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

; Live Notes!: http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb

; Email list signup: [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC List Info]

== Goals ==

== Organizing Principles ==

== Needs List / Budget ==

;large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
;dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
;wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
;power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
;computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
;external HD & SD cards:
;video cameras:
;mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
;projectors:
;satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
=== Television Broadcast ===
=== Online Radio ===
=== Online Video ===
=== Print Media ===
=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
=== Training ===
=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===
=== Principles ===

== Participating and Allied Organizations ==
including groups whose primary mission is not making media
=== Participating Groups ===
* [http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform theirr reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

=== Groups you think could/should be encouraged to participate ===

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (glassbeadcollective.org)
: Local Indymedia collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh indypgh.org
:--Rochester NY rochester.indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities tc.indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area indybay.org
:--Houston houston.indymedia.org
:--Portland portland.indymedia.org
:--Philly phillyimc.org
:--Urbana-Champaign ucimc.org
:--Chicago chicago.indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Training ==
* Scheduling
* Logistics
* Topics

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organzations
# ...

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

Media Center

2010-03-18T01:26:43Z

Jenna: /* Needs List / Budget */

{{RightTOC}}
'''Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center'''

; Next Call: TBD
: [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

; Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

; Live Notes!: http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb

; Email list signup: [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC List Info]

== Goals ==

== Organizing Principles ==

== Needs List / Budget ==

;large paper pads, whiteboards, and markers: for meetings, workshops, and training sessions. '''$500'''
;dedicated physical server: covered under the ICT budget, includes one time purchase of hardware, cost of maintanence and hosting. '''$2500'''
;wireless routers: with site-wide mesh networking software, ordering from FLOSS-dedicated organization in the Northwest at $25 each, for a total of approximately '''$250'''
;power strips, ethernet cables, and USB cords: Hard to find in good condition used, Ambassador ballroom is not well-;wired with electricity. Total cost estimated around '''$600'''
;computers: 100 machines will be donated in-kind or borrowed. Expectation is to find P3+ machines for video/audio editing and lower-grade machines for blogging, general use, and email. '''$0'''
;external HD & SD cards:
;video cameras:
;mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable:
;projectors:
;satellite link:

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
=== Television Broadcast ===
=== Online Radio ===
=== Online Video ===
=== Print Media ===
=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
=== Training ===
=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===
=== Principles ===

== Participating and Allied Organizations ==
including groups whose primary mission is not making media
=== Participating Groups ===
* [http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.
* [http://indymedia.us Indymedia.US]
Collective comprised of spokes from local IMCs nationwide [http://indymedia.us/en/static/about.shtml About IMC-US]
* [http://www.guerrilla-griots.org/greenguerrillas.html Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective - Ithaca, New York]
Green Guerrillas Youth Media Tech Collective is an innovative, grassroots job-training program which values teen’s creative insights and capacities to transform theirr reality as leaders and participants for change. Green Guerrillas study documentary and narrative film making; make their own media from posters to movies; do outreach at community events; advocate for equitable living and learning environments; get their “hands dirty” learning about renewable energy; and, analyze important social, political, economic and environmental issues which affect their lives as low-income youth of color.

=== Groups you think could/should be encouraged to participate ===

: [http://GlassBeadCollective.org Glass Bead Collective] NYC (glassbeadcollective.org)
: Local Indymedia collectives--active [[IMC]]s that could/should/may be able to contribute resources or participants:
:--Pittsburgh indypgh.org
:--Rochester NY rochester.indymedia.org
:--Twin Cities tc.indymedia.org
:--SF Bay Area indybay.org
:--Houston houston.indymedia.org
:--Portland portland.indymedia.org
:--Philly phillyimc.org
:--Urbana-Champaign ucimc.org
:--Chicago chicago.indymedia.org
:--Many others? - other active sites include Arizona, Miami, NYC, Worcester, Boston, DC, Seattle, Rogue Valley OR, ...

:--Media Alliance SF Bay Area

== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
# Introductions
# Budget
# Partner Organzations
# ...

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present:
mallory - mayfirst/ussf tech coord
leslie - ussf prog
marisa - ny
jenna - radical reference
jim a - buffalo ny
brian - indymedia.us

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Glass Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that could contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh and other big events

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

Expand list of allied/orgs & contacts on the wiki

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

next mtg - unsure, but in about 2 weeks
ground work in principle, identify allied organizations, strategic action. critical mass of organizers before digging deep! - hopefully double size next time!

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

Media Center

2010-03-03T03:03:51Z

Jenna:

{{RightTOC}}
'''Join Us & Get Involved with Organizing the Media Center'''

; Next Call: TBD
: [[Media_Center#Next_Agenda|Agenda]]

; Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

; Live Notes!: http://notes.ussf2010.org/media-center.wb

; Email list signup: [https://lists.mayfirst.org/mailman/listinfo/pmc PMC List Info]

== Goals ==

== Organizing Principles ==

== Needs List ==

: dedicated physical server
: wireless routers, ethernet cables
: computers
: external HD & SD cards
: video cameras
: whiteboards
: mixers, microphones, 1/4" and XLR cable
: projectors
: satellite link

== Areas of Media Support ==
=== Radio Broadcast ===
=== Television Broadcast ===
=== Online Radio ===
=== Online Video ===
=== Print Media ===
=== Blogging & Online Newswire ===
=== Training ===
=== Meetings/Workshops Scheduling ===
=== Principles ===

== Participating and Allied Organizations ==
including groups whose primary mission is not making media
=== Participating Groups ===
* [http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference]
Radical librarians whose mission is to support the research and information needs of activists and independent journalists. We want to provide support by offering fact checking services, teaching skill shares, staffing an information desk (physical or virtual), and helping with onsite organizing and coordination.
=== Groups you think could/should be encouraged to participate ===

----
== Notes ==

=== Next Agenda ===
# Introductions
# ...

=== March 2, 2010 ===
US Social Forum Media Center

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9pm EST // 6pm PST
(605) 475-4825, Participant Access Code: 866209#

Expected meeting time: 45 minutes - 1 hour

AGENDA
# Introductions
# Wiki-page walk-through http://wiki.ussf2010.org/wiki/Media_Center
# Material needs, gathering resources
# Organizational needs, building project partnerships
# Next meeting: Collaboration on Principles

Present: Jenna, Mallory, Leslie, Jim, Brian

Everybody was needed in Atlanta and it's good to join earlier to find out what's already been laid out. What is the building spot like? All of the different types of spaces will need a huge amount of space. Access to the space for how many hours impacts our work, too. Security is also a factor.

Radical Reference from NYC, librarians in support of media and technology want to see integration of many different things such as skill shares. Staffing information desk and coordinating things.

Online end of things, coordinating with Indymedia's open publishing model. Interested in creating some kind of online space that can help everyone post and talk about their citizen media. Similar to work that happened at G20 indypgh.org/g20 is a platform that allows the sharing of media in more than one place. Also can open source software can really improve the current models, too. What kinds of resources do we have collectively in light of some of the brilliant resources that imcs have locally?

Media Library? Such as asking for fact-checking, research, how-to instructions on the equipment & software,

Grassroots collaboration with interviewing participants in different spaces, workshops, and documenting projects with teenagers. Editing within the media center and work together with different levels of age and experience. Dynamic media that can be archived, posted, and used in different ways.

Pre-event folks collaborate about their equipment and resources, at the event we can break up the work and covering footage to document the forum, and then collaborate to get that media production out from the larger group.

Poor media out of California connected with what was going on in Atlanta and local efforts but in the media center a conversation really shared a lot of information by participating on a story about hospitals at risk of being closed. It ended up exposed that there was a systematic plan to destabilize communities. Cross-sharing this information strengthened the various local movements around that issue. We should do whatever we can to support local actions, campaigns, and causes in Detroit. Promoting some of their causes is the least that we can do while at the USSF.

ORGANIZATIONS & ORGANIZING POWER:

Indymedia can contribute to online media production.

Last Bead Collective out of NYC has unique video tools that can contribute to the Media Center. They participated in the G20 protests in Pittsburgh.

Prometheus for radio

Deep Dish TV for satellite connection, hopefully.

Through Culture WG there are going to be youth videographers getting out into the community and outside of the campus with media. Leslie can post and share more information about this.

Use the USSF database to find media organizations

Need trainers!

Let's not limit ourselves to organizations and focus on bringing in individuals to this process. Also not just to media organizations but to many different organizations that use media. Special focus on ethnic, gender, race, and other identity groups. Add Allied or Affiliated groups. We want to think of media makers broadly. And we should actually add this as a statement on the wiki broadly to demonstrate that this space is truly for everyone.

We can find text from 2007 as a starting point for this time around. Then, media did not only cover what was happening "on campus", we also had assignments to go out into the community in Atlanta to find stories. It's key to identify the types of things that we need and also skill sets to make sure we have everything that we need.

=== February 17, 2010 ===
People’s Media Center 2010 – first call

Participants:
: Amy: Indymedia
: Andalusia: Prometheus Radio
: Melissa: Radical Reference
: Leslie: USSF Program and Culture
: Mallory: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Alfredo: MayFirst/People Link – USSF ICT
: Adele: USSF Communications
: David: USSF Communications/social media

MEETING AGENDA:
* Q&A: Information regarding organizing the group and logistics in Detroit.
* Brainstorms: *Areas of Work? *What will it look like?
* Further Discussion: Discuss a collaborative plan.

Long-term commitments:
* Helping secure equipment and funds
* Mobilize alternative and indigenous media groups not on our list (see
list below)

History:

In 2007 there were two rooms for the media center. Much of it was used to upload video and audio materials for USSF storage banks to be archived on central website.

Now:

The media center is not developed solely by the USSF planning committee. It is a collaboration by/with the entire movement. All organizations interested in participating in this collaborative effort are invited to participate. Goals and plans are outlined by the group.

Social Forum organizing itself is in a stronger place and very collaborative. The media center planning is starting much earlier, which gives us more leeway to develop a clear plan.

2010 offers a much more aggressive attempt to apply the politics/principles of the forum [to the media center].

The media center will be more centralized and also tied to registration. Cobo Hall provides enough room to make the media center a large space. There is a possibility of having three workshop rooms dedicated to the center.

Media center exists because everyone attending the forum has a story to tell. There will be professional media makers that need it for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?

Cobo Hall Hours – 6am to 2am

Goal:

USSF has a goal of providing 100 computers.

We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?

Many of the participants/media will be bringing their own technology and making their own media. We need provide the space for people who bring their own equipment.

Set a goal for grassroots documentation – video dispatch, print broadsheet

MayFirst/People link: Developing a shared alternative to YouTube. They are pushing to have it ready for the forum. They are inspired by indymedia video group (their example of furthering video sharing).

Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?

Needs:
1.Fast internet, encourage people to plug into the wall.
2.Space set aside for videos uploading, editing, documentation
3.Space for audio production
4.HD/SD/Cards – so people can collaborate on documenting-grassroots collaboration and personal are both important.
5.Heavy equipment needs in all in the same area
6.Classroom or workshop space – making media, fact-checking, editing (how to connect people with those training times)
7.Radio: computer and ethernet cable, mixer and microphone
8.Computers dedicated to radio and editing that are able hook into live workshops.

Example: Prometheus live radio broadcast. Webstreaming live radio broadcasts. Every hour schedule groups would host a radio show. Primer class at the station and then could go broadcast.

Opening keynote and closing keynote were live streamed at AMC 2009. Could that be done for USSF? All we need to do is move the computer to the space and stream it. Requesting a big collaboration with others with radio experience.

Questions:

1.Is there going to be a documentation team? Who is part of that? Can anyone participate? Connect with George Friday. (Wiki.ussf2010.org – to find out about documentation team)
2.We need computers coming from more than just Detroit. How can we make that happen? Can we think of other networks that can provide equipment and also reach-out to their networks?
3.There will be professional media makers that need space for reporting and coverage. They need a different type of set-up and equipment. What does that look like?
4.What happens with television? What would they need? Who can we talk to?
5.Indymedia would like to set-up a newswire. Would other people be interested? Could we get a colloboration going?
6.Do we have to start acquiring some of the technology need for media makers? How can we do that?

There are two ways you can get involved in the short-term:

1. Sign up for the mailing list by sending an email to pmc-subscribe at lists.ussf2010.org
2. Have a rep from your organization join conference calls)

Ideas to come prepared with for next conference call:

1.Needs and requirements
2.Creative ideas for how to meet need and requirements
3.Who we can reach out to (networks, groups, individuals) to help with needs. Who’s going to do that?
4.Initial goals for center

NEXT CALL: Tuesday, March 2, 2010, 9:00 pm Eastern //6:00 pm Pacific
: Conference Dial-in Number: (605) 475-4825
: Participant Access Code: 866209#

User:Jenna

2009-06-04T21:50:27Z

Jenna: New page: I am a member of [http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference], a group of library workers that provide library services (reference, research, instruction, etc.) to activists and indepe...

I am a member of [http://radicalreference.info Radical Reference], a group of library workers that provide library services (reference, research, instruction, etc.) to activists and independent journalists. I am the Coordinator of Reference Services and [http://barnard.edu/library/zines Zine Librarian] at Barnard College in New York City. My personal website (blog, book reviews, publications, talks) is [http://jenna.openflows.com http://jenna.openflows.com].

I would love to see Radical Reference staff a news library/research service at the Social Forum.