Collective Currents Conference

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Collective Currents, from many streams great rivers flow.

2024 Non-for-Profit Conference. 

The "Collective Currents" conference is set to take place on the 24th and 25th of October 2024 at the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor in Te Whanganui a Tara / Wellington. Collective Currents is a dynamic collaboration between Community Networks Aotearoa (CNA) and conference partner the Katoa Connect (previously the 20/20 Trust) Together, we're diving into the currents of change, innovation, and community impact.

Conference Organisers: 

Community Networks Aotearoa: Community Networks Aotearoa is an umbrella organisation for local community networks. Their membership includes not-for-profit and voluntary social service organisations all over the country.

Katoa Connect: Previously the 20/20 Trust, Katoa Connect is an organisation that partners with digitally-excluded communities to deliver digital skills training. Their mahi aims to create a level playing field where everyone can benefit from the advantages of technology, regardless of their background or circumstances.

With CNA amplifying the voices of the community sector and Katoa Connect championing digital inclusion, our collaboration promises to deliver an exceptional conference. Collective Currents promises two days of inspiring speakers, workshops, and actionable insights!

Day One — After our opening by the Hon. Louise Upston Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector & Minister of MSD we launch into varied range of speakers and workshops attuned to what's important in our Sector. Our Keynote speaker Vu Le will need no introduction to many. Zooming in from Seattle especially for this conference we can expect a scintillating take on the Not-For-Profit world view.

Network Nibbles: 

Time: 5:00 PM
Date: Thursday, 24th October
Location: James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
147 The Terrace, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011

Day Two — Continuing on the momentum of day ones programme, day one's starts with a deep dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence with Julian Moore's Keynote address. Not only will he demystify AI, but actively use it in his presentation! Following on from that are more practicable workshops and speakers designed to inspire and inform.

Collective Currents Speakers:
Vu Lay, Julian Moore, Ezra Hirawani, Shannon O'Connor, Gordon Noble-Campbell, Hannah Taylor, Dr Warren Williams, Nathan Rikki, learn more about the Collective Currents speakers. 

Workshops Hosted By: 
Francesca Ephraim, Charities Services
Brett Jeffery, NZSAE
Mathew Reweti, Fundraising Manager Katoa Connect
Dr. Warren WilliamsKatoa Connect 
Robbie Taylor, The Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Learn more about our workshops here!

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