This five-hour session will cover everything you need to know about launching, writing and publicizing your organization's blog -- from which software to use to 10 tips for better blogging.

Designed for organizations wondering how a blog can help with publicity, issue advocacy and message management, this session will address the resources needed and the questions to ask before jumping on the blog bandwagon.
Participants will also learn the following:

* How to make their voices heard in the growing blogosphere
* How to track what's being discussed in the media and on other blogs using
RSS feeds and online tools.
* Numerous handouts will be provided, and a class blog will be available to
participants

Registration fills up fast! Sign up today at http://www.newstips.org or call 312-369-6400 for more information

• Location: Community Media Workshop
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