Low cost telephone conferencing is now available to public and third sector organisations in Northern Ireland. Community Network – the UK’s only telephone charity – is providing the service and using the profits to support groups and projects working to combat isolation and social exclusion in local communities.
Telephone conferencing is well established as a form of communication throughout business and industry, and is now being adopted by the third sector. In addition to being less expensive than conventional meetings, teleconferencing is environmentally friendly as it eliminates the need to travel.
Community Network offers state-of-the-art, digital telephone technology capable of linking up small and large groups, both nationally and internationally, at a price lower than most commercial service providers. Training in how to conduct a telephone conference is also available.
“As organisations recognise the benefits of teleconferencing our services are becoming more popular. This in turn allows us to expand our charitable work,“ said Pat Fitzsimons, Chief Executive at Community Network.
Many people in society suffer from feelings of isolation and loneliness. This can be caused by illness, disability, old age, living in remote geographical locations or having to care for a dependant.
For twenty years Community Network has supported projects that have transformed the lives of people who would otherwise feel excluded from their communities. These projects have included book clubs, faith groups, friendship and social groups, Christmas carol concerts, as well as support and advice groups – all conducted over the telephone.
For further information on low cost telephone conferencing call Community Network on 020 7923 5256 or visit www.community-network.org
