Call for Participation: MobileActive08

MobileActive08 is the only global gathering that is connecting leaders who are working at the convergence of civil society, mobile technology and social change. Convened by SANGONeT and MobileActive.org, MobileActive08 will take place from 13-15 October 2008 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

The event is aimed at the experts in the field of mobile technology for social development; researchers working on mobile technology for social impact; mobile service providers with interest in the social market; and civil society organisations or NGOs with an interest in how mobile technology could enhance their work.

For registration, please visit the following link.

MobileActive08 is the largest event to date focused on mobile technology for social development. This global gathering brings together people like you - practitioners, researchers, technologists and donors experienced and interested in the use and application of mobile technology for social impact.

At MobileActive08 you will explore how mobile phones are effectively used to advance civil society work, assess the current state of knowledge in the use of mobile technology to advance social development, and investigate trends, needs and investment opportunities.

For more information about the event, please visit www.mobileactive08.org.