diff --git a/docs/organizer-guide/meetups/starting.rst b/docs/organizer-guide/meetups/starting.rst index efc2947c23..d48d2c4f2e 100644 --- a/docs/organizer-guide/meetups/starting.rst +++ b/docs/organizer-guide/meetups/starting.rst @@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ Write the Docs :doc:`/meetups/index` provide a great way to connect and continue the conversations sparked by our :doc:`/conf/index`, `Slack channel `_ and `forum `_ . -If you don't have a Write the Docs Meetup nearby, we can help you get one started. +If you don't have a Write the Docs Meetup nearby, we can help you get one started. With a little help, you can make it happen with a Meetup in your area! Start by watching this video: @@ -14,6 +14,8 @@ Start by watching this video: +Still interested in starting or revitalizing a meetup group? Follow this guide or reach out to the `Meetup Coordinators team `_ with your questions. Note: The Meetup Coordinators team can also be contacted about retiring a meetup, setting up a Slack channel for a meetup, requesting access to the Zoom account, participating in the Quorum program, presenting at a meetup, and more. + Write the Docs Worldview ------------------------ @@ -47,7 +49,7 @@ create events, contact Meetup members, sp your sponsors, and more. - For advice on running meetups, or questions not covered here or in the :doc:`/organizer-guide/meetups/faq-meetups/`, drop us a line in `#meetup-organisers `_ on Slack. - For help with Meetup fees or technical issues, `email us `_. -Create a Meetup Page: +Create a Meetup Page ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Go to the `Meetup website `_ and follow the instructions. @@ -121,10 +123,10 @@ Sometimes, alternative locations are better for smaller groups. For example, one of our groups has a regular `coffee klatch `_. -Find attendees, speakers, and topics +Find Attendees, Speakers, and Topics ------------------------------------ -Attendees: +Attendees ~~~~~~~~~~ After you publish your meetup page, promote it! Here's a few suggestions to get started: @@ -143,7 +145,7 @@ After you publish your meetup page, promote it! Here's a few suggestions to get Figure out your approximate ratio between RSVP / attendees. This might be around 50%. -Speakers: +Speakers ~~~~~~~~~ * Look for previous and future speakers at `Write the Docs conferences `__. @@ -167,7 +169,7 @@ Try different formats. Alternatives: * Workshops -Topics: +Topics ~~~~~~~ The following are examples of topics that have worked well for other meetups: @@ -228,10 +230,10 @@ Starting and Running the Meetup * Use supportive language. -Joint meetup +Joint Meetup ~~~~~~~~~~~~ -Write the Docs shares interests with other meetups, such as +Write the Docs shares interests with other meetups, such as: * APIs * Agile @@ -245,14 +247,14 @@ You can set up topics of interest to multiple meetups. Meetup Logistics ---------------- -Event Page: +Event Page ~~~~~~~~~~~ Include a `description `_ of your topic, a speaker bio (if available), a `schedule `_, and details about your meeting location. -Venue: +Venue ~~~~~~ Ideal location: an office with easy access to your community via car or @@ -269,7 +271,7 @@ Make sure your location includes: * Access for anyone who is disabled. -Meetup Day Checklist: +Meetup Day Checklist --------------------- * Arrive early. @@ -288,7 +290,7 @@ Meetups don't always go according to plan. The following list summarizes some of the problems that you might encounter with potential solutions: -What happens when your speaker cancels +What Happens When Your Speaker Cancels ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When a speaker cancels, think of it as an opportunity! While it's not convenient,