Name: Reviews Without Borders: Books, Social Media & Community
Start: 2018-02-27T14:30:00+0100
End: 2018-02-27T15:30:00+0100

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How is an online community book club different (better or worse) than a good old-fashioned physical book club?

For some time The Book Club, Lagos typically held monthly book review meetings in various locations across Lagos. However, several members relocated, reducing participation. The Book Club leaned towards information technology and social media to allow participation by members in the diaspora, effectively opening a window for non Lagos residents to still participate.

This causal talk will discuss the pros and cons of a hybrid book review club. Speakers will examine the impact digitization has on information and idea dissemination and how member of the community have adapted.

Speakers

Chude Jideonwo

CEO, JOY, INC.

Named by Forbes as one of Africa’s 30 best entrepreneurs under 30, Chude Jideonwo is founder and leader of Joy, Inc., a revolutionary new company that integrates faith and science to help people, especially young people, find joy in their lives and in their work. Prior to founding... Read More →

Unekwu Nwaezeapu

Business Director, Director

Unekwu Nwaezeapu is a digital media consultant and the President of Eagle Toastmasters Club. She is also one of the leads for The Book Club Lagos External Communication team.

Tuesday February 27, 2018 2:30pm - 3:30pm WAT
Annex

Talk, LitLab