What happens at Powwows?
Powwows provide an opportunity for networking and informal socializing among language professionals–a chance to meet the people behind the profiles. Most organizers offer attendees an opportunity to introduce themselves and make announcements. Sometimes, a theme is selected; examples include: ‘CAT tools’, ‘Literature’, ‘Free-lancing’, ‘New Translators’. Sometimes an user volunteers to speak on a topic, and provided there is sufficient interest expressed by others, the organizer may permit this. Some organizer have invited representatives from large clients, or CAT tools vendors, to speak or give demonstrations. This has generally been well-received. It is important, however, that the tone of such meetings be informative rather than commercial. Some powwows have no agenda and no theme, and that is fine, too. Basically, if you are the organizer, it is your event to create! Note: Organizers are required to record the names and IDs of users in attendance. To facilitate this, members are a
