Changes between Version 28 and Version 29 of ussf-tech-principles

Timestamp:

Mar 27, 2009, 5:22:56 AM (16 years ago)

Author:

Jamie McClelland

Comment:

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ussf-tech-principles

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+= Principles for Developing Technology for the US Social Forum in 2010 =
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+The following principles were collaboratively written on March 26, 2009 in Detroit by representatives of the local organizing committee, local anchor organizations, the National Planning Committee, and May First/People Link. 
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 1. Free and open access to all, including people unable to travel to the forum or organizing meetings, is essential. Ease of use must mitigate the technology divide, as well as the incorporation of low-tech means of communication. (consistent with Charter of Principles 3, 8 and 14)
 
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 6. Multiple languages, handicap accessibility, and cultural expression must inform technology decision-making. It is essential that people of color and directly-impacted communities have access. (consistent with WSF Charter of Principles 9)
 
-7. Technology and media should be handled by a diverse working group of the National Planning Committee. The principle of diversity must be influenced by gender, race, class and also diversity of organizations from around the country. This work should start happening now. (consistent with WSF Charter of Principles 9)
+7. Technology and media should be handled by a diverse working group of the National Planning Committee. The principle of diversity must be influenced by gender, race, class and also diversity of organizations from around the country. (consistent with WSF Charter of Principles 9)
 
 8. Technology decisions promote a safe participatory experience that allows broad contribution and respects diversity of opinion and experience, while doing no harm to others. (consistent with WSF Charter of Principles 8, 10)