LUGs

[bwright]

Ubuntu could be a SIG due to the nature of its community and its CoC
which extends further than just technical issues but I don't really
like the idea of treading on the toes of LUGS. If you want to have
meet ups and post them on the ubuntu-au mailing list or organise them
that is fine we are a community after all but as for formal meetings
that we organise as a single body across multiple states I don't think
it is viable.

On May 18, 11:51 am, andrew <gande... at gmail.com> wrote:
> Hi Dave (and all),
>
> You do raise some very good points about LUGs, Linux Australia and
> public liability.
>
> But
>
> 1.  Not everybody has access to a local LUG.  
> (how do we cater for these people ?)
> 2.  Some may not want to be involved with their local LUG (for any
> reason)
>
> Publicity: if you are involved with a LUG that has a good Ubuntu
> following then why not publicise it though Ubuntu-au.  On the mail-list,
> wiki & website.  Publicity will increase participation and bring new
> people to your LUG.
>
> Questions:
> Is an Ubuntu User group a 'Specialised' Linux User Group (LUG) or a
> Special Interest Group (SIG) ?
>
> If not then what constitutes a SIG ?
> If yes then coverage could be sought.
> (ref:http://www.linux.org.au/About/Procedures)
>
> Those of you who have intimate knowledge about how LCA operates can
> probably answer these questions.  
>
> Regards,
>
> Andrew G.
>
>
>
> On Tue, 2010-05-18 at 10:55 +1000, Dave Hall wrote:
> > Hi all,
>
> > For those of you proposing face to face meetings, I would suggest that
> > you check out your local Linux User Group (LUG) first.  These groups
> > offer a diverse mix of users.  Linux Users Victoria (LUV) run monthly
> > (?) beginners workshops and monthly meetings with talks too.  To find
> > your local LUG check outhttp://linux.org.au/usergroups
>
> > Getting involved in a LUG can help you get more involved in the broader
> > Linux/FOSS community.  LUGs are also a great way of learning about
> > different technologies and developing new skills.
>
> > I think some of the activities proposed for face to face meetings would
> > be better done through a LUG.  All official LUG activities are covered
> > by Linux Australia's public liability insurance, so you don't have to
> > organise that.
>
> > You can always go for food/coffee/beer/whatever before or after LUG
> > meeting with ubuntu people.
>
> > Face to face time is important, I am not arguing against that, I am just
> > suggesting people don't waste resources organising events which are
> > probably already being organised.
>
> > Launch parties provide an opportunity to run a ubuntu only event twice a
> > year.  You can even promote it at the LUG.
>
> > If you are organising face to face events, keep in mind not every one is
> > a drinker (or is legally able to drink).  Make sure you are selecting
> > inclusive venues for such events.
>
> > Cheers
>
> > Dave
>
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