TechReach International "Simulation Day" September 19, 2006

(In the Building 5 parking lot at Intuit's campus).

TechReach International is a new non-profit organization being formed to deploy no-cost telecommunications services into humanitarian relief efforts, using trained/certified volunteer communications specialists and state of the art technology.

On Tuesday 19 September 2006, TechReach International will be hosting a "Simulation Day" on the Intuit campus in Mountain View, to demonstrate proven technologies in a simulated field environment.

We're actively seeking technical and support volunteers to join our efforts, as well as sponsors, donors, and partners. If you're interested in learning more and perhaps contributing to this effort, please visit us at Sim Day!

Sim Day will encompass a variety of activities, including:

* A crisis communications center that utilizes satellite communications, low-power computers, and wireless networks to provide Internet access and voice communications.

* Speakers on topics such as experiences working as a volunteer in a disaster relief effort, emergency response capacity building, map-based "situational awareness" tools for managing critical information in relief conditions, and technologies designed for austere environments and underserved communities.

* Demonstrations of successful applications that have potential for nonprofit users, including project management tools, VoIP, blogging, podcasts, distributing photography from the field, and new ways to mobilize support and get the message out.

* Networking opportunities for technical and operations managers, program officers, and other nonprofit leaders. Share your success stories and challenges with others in your field of humanitarian and nonprofit work.

Official Website: http://techri.org/