diff --git a/_posts/2014-12-12-mailing-list-policy.md b/_posts/2014-12-12-mailing-list-policy.md deleted file mode 100644 index 680aade..0000000 --- a/_posts/2014-12-12-mailing-list-policy.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,18 +0,0 @@ ---- -layout: post -title: "Mailing List Policy" ---- - -codebar is a charity dedicated to promoting diversity in the technology development industry. We encourage active involvement in the tech community and are keen to communicate information to our students that would benefit their education. - -We have a dedicated mailing list for our community, as well as regular emails inviting them to upcoming events. If you would like to offer us something we would love to hear from you, but ask that you adhere to the following principles: - -- **No paid courses**. We spend a lot of our time trying to create opportunities and run free events. If you would like to run a free version of your course for us or offer free spots to an event you are running, we would love to hear from you. - -- Any offers/courses sent must be aimed at beginner to intermediate level developers and should specify the prerequisites and background knowledge required in order to attend - we welcome free conference tickets too! - -- All communication that you want us to forward to the codebar mailing list must align with the codebar [Code of Conduct](https://codebar.io/code-of-conduct). - -- No abusive, exclusionary or discriminatory language. - -- Any messages that deviate from this policy may be accepted at the sole discretion of the codebar organisers. diff --git a/_posts/2014-12-19-becoming-a-sponsor.md b/_posts/2014-12-19-becoming-a-sponsor.md deleted file mode 100644 index ce06886..0000000 --- a/_posts/2014-12-19-becoming-a-sponsor.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,57 +0,0 @@ ---- -layout: post -title: "Sponsoring" ---- - -### About codebar - -codebar is a charity that has been running free weekly coding workshops since October 2013, with London as its first chapter. Since then we have expanded to running workshops in 37 locations around the world - from Brighton, Manchester, Edinburgh, New York City, Berlin and Sydney, and the list goes on. - -We have coached over 14,000 students, with new people attending our events every week. Because of this our developer base has grown rapidly in a short period of time, but it has also substantially increased demand for space, coaches and resources. This in turn requires a substantial expansion in sponsorship investment so that we can not just run workshops, but also be able to provide help and support to our smaller chapters. - -All of codebar’s events are run on a volunteer basis, with every subject expert and coach giving their time for free. - -### Why should you sponsor? - -As a codebar sponsor, you will be part of the vibrant community facilitating the growth of a diverse community. We have a strict yet simple [code of conduct](https://codebar.io/code-of-conduct) that includes more detailed information. - -You will be helping to promote diversity within the tech sector and be part of an exciting community committed to narrowing the skills gap. Not only that, but you will also be contributing to the growth of much-needed technical skills and giving a further boost to the post-recession economy. - -Your sponsorship will enable more women, non-binary, LGBTQ+ and ethnic minorities to get started in development, or raise their skills to the next level. You will also have contact with developers of all levels at our workshops. Many of codebar’s students have found jobs as a direct result of the time they have invested to learn and develop their coding skills with us. - -Whatever investment you choose, your logo will appear on the codebar website along with a link to your site. You are also welcome to give a 5 minute talk at the beginning of an evening workshop you host on a topic you think our students will find interesting and informative. - - -### How can you sponsor? - -There are different ways that you can help and support our vibrant and growing community. You can be a regular workshop supporter and offer your venue and food to a substantial amount of workshops taking place in your area. - -We also welcome monetary sponsorship to help us cover other expenses. The best way to make a monetary contribution is to use our online [donation portal](https://codebar.enthuse.com/donate/#!/). - -You can also come on board as a codebar partner for a 12 month partnership. If you're interested in this option, please drop us an email . - - -### Why sponsor us - -Women in the UK make up 46% of the workforce but in technology the number drops to less than 20%. Stereotypes, socio-psychological factors, external barriers such as male-dominated environments and a lack of role models in the sector are some of the contributing factors. - -Supporting us means you provide women, non-binary, LGBTQ+, and ethnic minorities the tools to get started with their development career and further current skills. - -Sponsoring us is also a great way to attract fresh and passionate talent to your company and to show your active efforts in tackling the industry’s diversity problem. - - -#### What your sponsorship money is being used for - -- Our infrastructure costs (we pay for all the services we use to manage both technical and administrative aspects of codebar from hosting, to accounting etc) -- Promotional materials to help get the word out -- Support for chapters that are at times unable to find local sponsorship for their workshops -- Running more specialised events (all our events are free and run by volunteers - but we still need to handle food catering, marketing, planning and other administrative costs) -- Travel cost reimbursement for students attending our workshops - -### What do you get in return? - -Whatever your investment, you can be proud knowing that you are an active member of this flourishing sector, enabling people to find jobs, enhance their existing careers and substantially improve the quality of life of those who are often discriminated against. - -Depending on your level of sponsorship, we will also list your logo and link on our website, thank you on all our socials, mention you in our bi-monthly newsletter and you will be welcome to distribute your marketing collateral at our events. - -We look forward to welcoming you to our evolving community! diff --git a/_posts/2015-02-05-organiser-guide.md b/_posts/2015-02-05-organiser-guide.md index c42d2dd..975987f 100644 --- a/_posts/2015-02-05-organiser-guide.md +++ b/_posts/2015-02-05-organiser-guide.md @@ -63,7 +63,7 @@ If you have a lot of attendees, then you might need multiple organisers to help Encourage them to come to any social events following the workshop. Usually people don't get that much time to interact at the events and this enables them to expand their tech social circle, find out about opportunities and meet like-minded people. -Make sure to send a thank you tweet/instagram ETC to the host, with a photo from the workshop attached. +Make sure to send a thank you social media post, be sure to tag the host, and include a photo from the workshop attached. ## Dealing with problems diff --git a/_posts/2015-02-06-bringing-codebar-to-your-area.md b/_posts/2015-02-06-bringing-codebar-to-your-area.md index fa27fca..9ba65cd 100644 --- a/_posts/2015-02-06-bringing-codebar-to-your-area.md +++ b/_posts/2015-02-06-bringing-codebar-to-your-area.md @@ -7,13 +7,13 @@ title: "Bringing codebar to your area" - Part of our goal is to enable people to easily start a codebar chapter and organise workshops in their city, and to support them throughout the process in any way we can. If this is something that you would like to do, we suggest that you first try and find a host for the first two workshops and sponsors that can provide you with food. -- We will add your chapter to the codebar website and provide you with organiser access, a mailing list where people subscribed to your city can reach out to you and more information on how to use the app to announce and invite people to workshops. +- We will add your chapter to the codebar website and provide you with organiser access, a mailing list where people subscribed to your city can reach out to you and more information on how to use the website to announce and invite people to workshops. - We will also set up any social media accounts you'd like, which you can use to promote your chapter and workshops. We can also help with: -- promoting your chapter through our Twitter account [@codebar](https://twitter.com/codebar) with 9600+ followers and growing +- promoting your chapter through our newslettert with over 12000+ subscribers and growing - reaching out to potential venues, sponsors and coaches in your city diff --git a/_posts/2015-05-05-brandbook.md b/_posts/2015-05-05-brandbook.md index 6b9a313..6b04ebb 100644 --- a/_posts/2015-05-05-brandbook.md +++ b/_posts/2015-05-05-brandbook.md @@ -9,6 +9,11 @@ Welcome! This one page document is a short introduction to the codebar brand. It All of our assets can be downloaded from our [assets GitHub repository](https://github.com/codebar/assets). +You can also have access to our [brand kit on Canva +](https://www.canva.com/brand/kAD9lbXPkEg) + +We recommend creating assets on Canva. We have templates, logos, icons and can help you with edits if you get stuck. + ### Logo Our logo, mark and wordmark comes in two colour ways. Additionally, our logo comes in vertical and horizontal versions.