Who is a member?
Our members are the local governments of Massachusetts and their elected and appointed leadership.
The Massachusetts Municipal Communicators will be hosting an in-person meeting on Thursday, August 20 at the Foxborough Community Center in Foxborough. Don’t miss the opportunity to network with your colleagues and fellow communicators!
Adam Gojanovich and Mindy Johnson from the Accessibility Center for Consulting, Education and Support Services (ACCESS), and Lilia Melikechi and Rob Dias from the Massachusetts Office on Disability will discuss digital accessibility.
The second session will feature a presentation on digital storytelling by Andrew Cassidy, the MBTA’s senior director of digital strategy and engagement.
Attendees will also have networking opportunities, as the meeting is open to any local government professional whose job responsibilities include communications.
The meeting will run from 9:30 a.m to 2 p.m. at the Foxborough Community Center.
The registration fee is $25 and includes lunch.
9:30-10 a.m.
Registration, Coffee, Networking
10-10:30 a.m.
Welcome, Introductions, Ice Breaker
• Sean Dugan, Deputy Town Administrator, Easton and MMC Chair
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Digital Accessibility Panel
• Adam Gojanovich, Accessibility Training Coordinator, ACCESS
• Mindy Johnson, Documents and Communications Accessibility Coordinator, ACCESS
• Lilia Melikechi, Communications and Training Manager, Mass. Office on Disability
• Rob Dias, Assistive Technology Information Specialist, Mass. Office on Disability
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Lunch, Networking
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Digital Storytelling
• Andrew Cassidy, Senior Director of Digital Strategy and Engagement, MBTA
1:30-2 p.m
Wrap Up
Location
Foxborough Community Center, 76 Main St., Foxborough
Contact
MMA Membership and Project Assistant Katherine Christy, [email protected]