InfoCamp is an “unconference” for the information community – a self designed, community driven conference format that leaves content and direction up to the participants. There’s no theme, no call for papers – just show up, pick a time slot, and present away. It’s a wonderful opportunity for presentation experience without having to go through the formal submission and selection process, and a wonderful way to learn in a relaxed, collegial environment.
InfoCamp started in Seattle in 2007, with a partnership with the ASIST Pacific Northwest Chapter, and the ASIST student chapter at the University of Washington. The concept is spreading across the world – InfoCamp Berlin was held in 2008, and InfoCamps are being planned for Berkeley, California; Portland, Oregon, and Boise, Idaho.
The movement to start InfoCamp NYC is underway. With the variety of information professionals and schools in the metropolitan area, the time is right to tap in to this field of expertise.
We will be having an interest/planning meeting this Friday, February 5th at Yuca Bar (111 Avenue A, Lower East Side) from 5:00 – 9:00 PM (may end early due to impending snowstorm). All who are interested in being a part of planning the first ever InfoCamp NYC are welcome.
Read more about InfoCamp online at http://www.infocamp.info/, or contact Kate Kosturski at librariankate7578 at gmail dot com with questions you may have.
Great news! I can’t wait to lend a hand. I won’t be able to attend the planning meeting but will try to get involved in some way.