Social media engages community
Social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter provide a welcomed opportunity for people to make friends, meet people with similar interests and engage in community activities regardless of geographic location. In recent surveys, CLBC found that families were asking for easier access to information and other families. Self-advocates wanted to feel more connected to other self-advocates in the province.
Based on this information, CLBC has created two new Facebook pages. One is designed for families, and the other for self-advocates. These sites will inform self-advocates and families of community events and groups that may be of interest and will allow people to share stories and experiences with others throughout the province and even around the world.
CLBC has also added a Twitter account where individuals can get information on events, links to great articles and much more.
Using sites such as Facebook and Twitter does not come without risks and CLBC takes online safety seriously. There are ways to share stories and make friends while being safe. Please make sure to have family members and close friends on your Facebook page and turn on privacy settings. Through education and collaboration we are working with people to ensure a safe online experience.
Come and be a part of the conversation! Join our Facebook pages:
CLBC Connections! – A place to meet for self-advocates in BC
Families Connect – A forum for supporting developmental disabilities (CLBC)
Follow us on Twitter:
If you need help joining CLBC’s social media sites, or have a story of event you’d like to share, please e-mail: Lisa.Porcellato@gov.bc.ca.
