Virtual delegate conference well received
by Róisín McKane
 
Over 350 principle delegates and national executive committee (NEC) members were in attendance through the WebEx conference platform, while the event live streamed allowing hundreds of members to observe.
Over 350 principle delegates and national executive committee (NEC) members were in attendance through the WebEx conference platform, while the event live streamed allowing hundreds of members to observe.

Over 80% of those who attended Fórsa’s virtual 2020 national conference said it was a positive experience, despite an overwhelming desire to return to in-person events once Covid restrictions are relaxed. Last month’s conference was first postponed – and then went virtual – against the backdrop of the ongoing public health emergency measures.

 

Over 350 principle delegates and national executive committee (NEC) members were in attendance through the WebEx conference platform, while the event live streamed allowing hundreds of members to observe.

 

In a survey of delegates and NEC members, 85% said the platform was easy to access and navigate. For those who experienced difficulties, help was on hand via a dedicated conference helpline.

 

Conference material was circulated to branches in advance of the event, and a designated conference document page established on the Fórsa website.

 

Over 77% of participants were happy with the communication from Fórsa in advance of the conference, and almost 70% of respondents rated the conference documentation as “very good” or “good”. 

 

Voting on motions took place through a dedicated voting portal, which most delegates found easy to navigate. Over 80% were able to vote without any problems. While some participants experienced technical concerns, these were dealt with by a dedicated team, with minimal disruption for delegates.

 

Participants found the overall experience to be very well organised, with delegates feeling supported both in advance of the event and on the day.

 

 

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