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Cancelling conferences and other events? Ask us about organising a Twitter festival instead

Melissa Sweet
Friday, March 13, 2020

COVID-19, Croakey Professional Services

As the coronavirus pandemic forces the cancellation or postponement of many conferences and events, what are the alternatives?

One option is to hold a Twitter festival instead, via Croakey Professional Services. This is like an online conference with Twitter impact.

We can help organise the program, moderate discussions, and compile a comprehensive report on the event for those unable to participate in real-time.

As an example, see this report from a World No Tobacco Day Twitter festival, sponsored by the Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW.

For further information, contact: info@Croakey.org

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