The Institute of Community Reporters (ICR) is currently working in communities around Greater Manchester to gather people’s experiences and views on public services. They are training up groups of people as Community Reporters to use pocket devices and technology to record these experiences as video or audio stories, and share them with others online. 
Working with Breakthrough UK, ICR are delivering a two day Community Reporter programme in Manchester for disabled people. As part of the training, people will learn how to use the basic video and audio recording functions on their phones and tablets, how to tell and gather stories, and how to responsibly share stories online.
The stories gathered will feed into the on-going public service reform across Greater Manchester. Participants are also be able to join the growing UK and European-wide network of Community Reporters and continue to share their stories after the programme.
Want to find out more?
If you would like to find out more about becoming a Community Reporter and being a part of this project, then come along to a fully accessible briefing event on:
You’ll be able to see examples of Community Reporter work and ask the team any questions.
Date & Time: Friday 12 May 2017, 10.30am-12pm
Venue: The Woodlands Suite, The Abraham Moss Centre, Crescent Road, Crumpsall, Manchester, M8 5UF.
To confirm your attendance contact 0161 234 3950.
