Websites 101: strategies for creating and maintaining a great website.
Thu 22 Feb 2024 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM GMT
Online, Zoom
Description
Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the art of building and maintaining websites tailored for community groups. In this 90 minute session, we'll guide you through the essential steps and strategies to create an online presence that fosters engagement and connectivity within your community.
We'll be joined by Kate Birch form Webworks Studio who will give us her expert advice on the do's and don'ts of good websites, how to create an engaing homepage and using the Wix platform. We'll also hear from staff from Oxford City Farm who have recently updated their website in-house using Squarespace.
Learn practical tips on content creation, user-friendly interfaces, and the importance of accessibility to ensure that your website becomes a hub for information and collaboration. Uncover the secrets of successful community website maintenance, including updates and ongoing engagement strategies.
Whether you're a community organiser, a tech enthusiast, or someone eager to enhance your group's online presence, this webinar is your gateway to empowering communities through effective digital platforms.
About the speakers:
Kate Birch is the owner of Webworks Studio, a boutique web-design service based in North Oxfordshire. Specialising in building well-designed, mobile responsive websites for a broad variety of businesses Kate also advises on business branding and strategy.
Oxford City Farm are a CAG member and a community led charity in the heart of East Oxford, growing food and community. They provide valued opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to engage with farming and food production, animals, nature and each other. They have recently upgraded their website in-house using Squarespace and wil talk about their experience of taking on this challenge.