Purpos/ed Summit for Instigators
Event Information
Description
Limited tickets available! 
Join us on Saturday 30th April between 1pm and 5pm to discuss, debate and plan some activism! Sheffield Hallam's Conference 21 venue is a two-minute walk from Sheffield train station and also easily-accessible by other forms of transport.
What's the purpose of education?
We're expecting a broad spectrum of backgrounds along to discuss and debate the above question. Whether you're happy with the status quo or want something different, you should come to Purpos/ed PSI!
Draft programme
13.00-13.40
Introduction to the day
10mins | Hello & Welcome: Josie Fraser
20mins | Call to Action: Dr. Keri Facer
10mins | Q&A and Discussion
13.40-14.30Purpos/ed
10mins | What it’s all about?: Doug Belshaw & Andrew Stewart
40mins | Group Activities: A chance for delegates to contribute thoughts and suggestions on the overall plan and campaign ideas.
14.30- 14.453x3 (1)
Three 3 minute presentations on the purpose of education 14.45-15.15 Networking & Refreshments
15.15-15.30 3x3 (2)
Three 3 minute presentations on the purpose of education 15.30-16.30
Barcamp
Attendee-led sessions on emerging topics and issues relating to Purpos/ed
16.30-16.45 3x3 (3)Three 3 minute presentations on the purpose of education 16.45-17.00 Closing thoughts...
15mins | Reflecting on the day: Josie Fraser
After the event there will be an opportunity to continue the conversation with food and drinks, for those able to stay.
Who'll be there?
Josie Fraser (Chair), Doug Belshaw and Andy Stewart (Kickstarters), Keri Facer (inspiration behind Purpos/ed - TBC), Ewan McIntosh or Tom Barrett from NoTosh (advisers), the people who have already signed up in the Attendee List below, and... you!
5 reasons to come:
- To discuss the purpose(s) of education with people from a variety of backgrounds who hold different opinions.
- To meet people you've previously only interacted with online.
- To be there at the beginning of a movement.
- To help add detail to our 3-year plan.
- To show support and solidarity to those wanting to change education.
Young people (under-18s) who are able to contribute to the debate in some way are welcome and may attend free of charge so long as each is accompanied by a paying adult.
The event will be chaired by Josie Fraser and both streamed and recorded wherever possible.
With Purpos/ed currently attracting 1,000 Twitter followers, 400 newsletter subscribers and press attention, get your ticket while you can!
Tell the world you're coming! http://lanyrd.com/2011/purposed-event-1/
N.B. Your ticket price covers the cost of the venue. Purpos/ed is a not-for-profit co-operative organization.
