Impact Aloud 2016

Impact Aloud 2016 is Superhighways' third annual event to celebrate the power of digital to transform the way charities and community organisations can collect and measure data and share their incredible stories of change.

Plenary

Is the Social Sector Data Driven? or Data driven mad? + Q & A, DataKindUK & Data Orchard
Those of us who run social enterprises and charities collect and use lots of data for all kinds of purposes. Many would argue there’s too much. Business experts tell us we could be sitting on a goldmine if only we could harness this amazing resource. Yet the reality is that many of us are stumbling around in blizzards of data which is onerous and frustrating to collect and analyse, and often delivers information which isn’t meaningful, useful, or reliable for decision makers.

However there are social sector organisations, big and small, using data to do powerful and transformational things. They say it’s helping them be smarter, more effective, and more influential.

So if you know data is important and valuable, but just don’t know how to make it work for your cause - we will focus on top tips to start you on your journey to a data driven organisation.

Expert masterclasses for mastering impact
We will be running a range of masterclasses which will be fun, practical and informative - giving you the latest tips and advice on apps, devices and online tools that don't cost the earth but can help you share your stories with the world.

Start ups and app developers
We have invited a range of oragnisations from the technology sector who have developed apps relating to charity communications and impact measurement - have a go and see whether one of these free or low-cost tools could work for you.

You can also meet with organisers of 'hackathons' - giving you the chance to put forward your own social impact challenges for teams to suggest new tech solutions.

But that's not all...

This is going to be a great day away from the desk to get creative, think outside the box and gain the confidence you need to try new things.

Our promise to you

We can guarantee you'll have an interactive day of learning, time to chat with colleagues, useful topics, refreshments and a great competition give-away.

Missed previous events?

You can find pictures, interviews and presentations all in one place on our Storify 2014 and Storify 2015.