The day opened with panel that gave an overview of communications tools and trends from a group of panelist diverse in both their approach to communication and their social identities. The day also included interactive 2 interactive workshops and a networking lunch. Visit the conference website for details on presenters and their backgrounds.

A conference participant, Michelle Sedaca of South Africa Partners, wrote about her experience. Click here to view the story on the NonProfit Center's website.

Comments from participants include:

• I learned the tools needed to prepare for media interviews. I can use these skills first-hand at my organization.
• Thinking about news, especially local news, in terms of something I can affect by calling up a reporter! I never thought of that!
• It was a great hands-on discussion/workshop – well done!
• The panel was wonderful introduction to the day’s workshops
• Food was great! Logistics, great! Facilities great!
• Excellent content and learning and networking opportunity
• Thank you for being affordable!!!