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Step 1
Check for a group nearby
Look before you leap. If people already meet near you, joining or co-organising is usually better than starting a second group. If there's nothing nearby, ask one friend to be your co-organiser.
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Start a meetup in 7 steps
You don't need to be an expert, just someone who likes bringing people together. Work through these steps at your own pace and tick them off as you go.
Most organisers take about three weeks and around three hours of effort.
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Step 2
Pick a format and a date
A casual social or a short intro talk with questions is easiest for a first meetup. Pick a date two to three weeks away, on a weekday evening or a weekend afternoon.
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Step 3
Choose a venue
Somewhere public, accessible, quiet enough to talk and free or cheap. Cafés, libraries and co-working spaces all work. A place that already accepts ZEC is a lovely bonus.
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Step 4
Get your materials
A few leaflets, name badges and a sign so people can find your table. Everything is free to download and print. Make a leaflet with your own date and venue, or order the optional starter pack.
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Step 5
Put it on the map
Add your group to the directory so people can find you. It takes about five minutes. Your email stays private and the map only shows an approximate location.
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Step 6
Promote it
Post where people already are: local tech, privacy and open-source groups, university societies, event sites and noticeboards. Keep it honest: learning, privacy and meeting people. Never promise financial outcomes.
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Step 7
Run it, then report
Arrive early, welcome everyone, keep it safe and announce the next date before people leave. Afterwards, file a two-minute report: numbers only, no names.
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