Here at GMT we're seeing a trend among our current members and groups we're talking to about potential membership.  Everyone is facing financial difficulties, that's no surprise.  But what we're hearing is that the first cuts to be made are to the communications program -- whether it's a team of people or one person or a handful of services used by the organization.  And once tho

Google maps is an easy to use tool to use that requires just a little imagination to create amazing maps that will really excite your members. I’m sure that you have used Google maps. You probably use it to create driving directions or map a specific location. I use it to find local businesses; but Google maps is a very powerful tool and has many other practical purposes.

So do you constantly hear people talking about social media?

Netcentric Campaigns provides a really helpful tip sheet on what webcasting is and what you need to get started. Check out their helpful
post.

Check out the American University Center for Social Media's June 17
Beyond Broadcast event. Details:

Beyond Broadcast panel topics include:

* Maps as Public Media
* The rise of DIY public media
* Visualizing Public Media Futures
* Participatory journalism and internet futures
* Mapping the Money