Techshare

Techshare - FAQs

Summary: Frequently asked questions about RNIB's Techshare conference.

• About Techshare
• Booking and accommodation
• Technology - further information

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About Techshare

When is Techshare 2007?

Techshare 2007 will be held 4-5 October at Novotel London West, London, UK. Pre-conference workshops will be held at the same venue on 3 October.

Who is the Techshare conference for?

Techshare has in the past been aimed at professionals supporting people with sight problems. However Techshare 2007 will have a much broader remit and will be for professionals concerned with all disabilities. This includes employers, education professionals, access technology specialists, those working with or interested in technology for people with disabilities, information providers and service providers.

What topics will be covered at the conference?

A variety of topics will be covered from cutting edge technology and accessibility issues to case studies on how technology is being used. Find out more from the conference programme.

Key speakers - further information.

Will there be an exhibition at the event?

Alongside the new-look Techshare, RNIB and its partner Headstar Events will be running one of Europe's largest ever exhibitions on access to technology and digital information for people with disabilities.

More information about the Techshare expo exhibition organised by Headstar.

Will there be a chance for delegates to meet each other?

We understand how important it is that delegates have time to meet up and network with each other. During the conference, time will be scheduled to look around the exhibition with the other delegates. On the evening of the 4 October there will also be a special Conference Networking Dinner. There is a small charge of £40 for this event. It will be a fabulous evening for all who attend and a fantastic opportunity to network in a more informal setting.

Booking and accommodation

What accommodation is available for delegates?

The conference is to be held at the Novotel London West. A number of rooms will be available at this hotel at a discounted rate. We will soon be announcing the code to book these rooms.

How do I get a letter of invitation as I need to apply for a Visa to enter the UK?

Techshare is an international conference, welcoming delegates from all over the world. The closing date for letters is 3 August 2007, due to the time it takes to process visa requests. See our visa policy for full details.

What happens if I want to cancel my booking?

If at any time you find that you will not be able to attend the conference please contact us immediately. If you cannot attend we reserve the right to charge a fee as follows:

• Cancellation up to the 7 September will result in a refund of 65 per cent of the value of your total order.
• Cancellation after the 7 September will result in no refund.

How much does Techshare cost?

Full Rate 4 - 5 Oct - £310 + VAT
Full Rate one day only - £190 + VAT

Please note that booking closes on 30 September 2007.

Technology - further information

I would love to attend Techshare but I am unable to this year, how can I find out more about technology for people with disabilities?

RNIB technology team can respond to telephone enquiries, answers emails and provides a lot of information via this website regarding to technology for people with sight problems. You can contact our information service concerning all aspects of technology on ict@rnib.org.uk or 0845 900 0015. We also publish a range of technology information sheets on specialist products.

For information on technology and people with other disabilities please contact our partners which include Royal National Institute of the Deaf (RNID), AbilityNet and Dyslexia Action. Links to their websites can be found on the partner's page.

Content author: techshare@rnib.org.uk

Last updated: 06/03/2008 15:41