The Community Media Association Annual General Meeting and Networking event will be held on Saturday 8th December in the 7th-Floor Learning Zone at the BBC, Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London W1A 1AA.

The agenda for the day is as follows:

• 1:00pm - 1:45pm - Welcome, lunch, and networking
• 1:45pm - 3:30pm - AGM
• 3:30pm - 3:45pm - Break
• 3:45pm - 5:00pm - Supporting Social Gain & Networking

Could you be the next member of the CMA Council? Consider joining us if you have a passion for community media, believe in its power to improve society, and want to be part of making this happen for the UK. We have a statement here about what the CMA is looking to find in new Council members.

We'd really like to encourage those who do not necessarily see themselves as typical board members but have the energy and enthusiasm we need. The CMA Council meets at least four times a year, and travel expenses are always covered. This helps keep democratic engagement open to those on low incomes.

If you would like to stand as a Council member, you must provide a short written statement telling other CMA members a bit about yourself and what you would bring to the CMA Council by 23:59 24th November 2018. You will need to ask for two CMA members to support your nomination.

If you are considering getting involved and would like to find out more or talk it over, please contact Lucinda Guy directly at chair@commedia.org.uk - or you may raise any queries you have on the CMA Chat Forum.

We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible on the day. This event is for current CMA members - if you need to check your CMA membership status then please email membership@commedia.org.uk.

Items to be considered for discussion should be tabled in advance by 23:59 24th November to agm@commedia.org.uk or 0114 279 5219. Due to constraints of time, there is a possibility that not all tabled items might be discussed on the day but every effort will be made to consider them.

With thanks to The Radio Hub for event sponsorship.

FAQs

Can anybody attend this event?

The Community Media Association AGM is open to current members of the CMA as of Saturday 10th November 2018. We must limit attendance to two members per organisation due to constraints on space.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Security at the venue will be strict so please bring ID. Over 18s only.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Transport and parking options are below. You are encouraged to use public transport when travelling in Central London.

Travel details:

By Car

Unfortunately, the BBC cannot offer general or disabled parking facilities at this venue. There is some metered parking outside if travelling by car.

By Bus
3, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 23, 25, 55, 73, 88, 94, 98, 113, 137, 139, 159, 176, 189, 390, 453, C2

By Tube
Oxford Circus (Central, Victoria and Bakerloo lines)

Disabled Access
Please contact us when applying for tickets if you have any access requirements.

What can I bring into the event?

You are responsible for your own possessions on site and the CMA, the BBC, nor any other party can be held responsible for any loss or damage to anything you bring to the venue.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

You may email agm@commedia.org.uk with any questions you have about the event.

What's the refund policy?

We are closing event registration at 23:59 on Saturday 1st December 2018 as we have to provide the venue with a list of attendees. You may cancel your ticket at any time. If you cannot attend, please cancel as soon as possible in case we have a waiting list.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Please bring your ticket tot he event either printed or in electronic format.

Can I update my registration information?

You may amend your ticket and update your registration information up to 23:59 on Saturday 1st December 2018.

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

There is no registration fee. Your ticket is transferable to another current CMA member or representative of your organisation to attend up until 23:59 on Saturday 1st December 2018.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

No, due to security considerations, the name on your ticket registration must match the details of the person attending.