Summary
The second day of the Civic Design Conference 2022 commenced with energizing greetings. The host encouraged participation from attendees and provided information regarding the schedule, including the theme of the day: power structure shifting in civic design. Attendees were reminded that all valuable content, including session slides and resources, is available on the conference website. The host highlighted the significance of the sponsor sessions, which are free and provide high-quality content without sales pitches. Acknowledgment was given to sponsors and partners for their support of the conference. Attendees were reminded about the engaging discussions on Slack and the utility of threads for organized questions during talks. The host also urged participants to take advantage of the digital swag bag for exclusive offers. A special mention was made for Shivangi, who served as the note-taker for the conference, showcasing the collaborative spirit of the event. Finally, the host reiterated the importance of a respectful virtual community, encouraging attendees to report any issues or discomfort during the conference.
Key Insights
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The Civic Design Conference emphasizes participant engagement and community building even in a virtual setting.
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Sponsor sessions are free and offer high-value content, providing an opportunity for broader community involvement.
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A digital swag bag contains exclusive offers and resources for participants, enhancing their conference experience.
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Using Slack effectively can streamline questions and discussions, making the conference more interactive.
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Session notes and resources will be made available post-conference, allowing participants to focus on content rather than note-taking.
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The importance of kindness and respect in a virtual environment is stressed to maintain a positive community culture.
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Attendees are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the conference's program page for easy access to information.
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Technical support is available via a dedicated Slack channel to assist participants with any issues that arise during the event.
Notable Quotes
"Good morning everyone, we are back for day number two of Civic Design 2022."
"Everything you’re going to see at the conference is on the program page."
"The official time under the conference is going to be Pacific Standard time."
"Our sponsor sessions are completely free and there are no overlaps between the main program."
"The incredible thing to note is that our sponsor sessions are not sales pitches."
"Don’t miss out, our sponsors are amazing."
"You don’t have to take notes, session notes will all be shared on the conference site."
"We want to make sure that you have a comfortable conference experience."
"We are still community and we are obligated to treat each other with kindness and respect."
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