Presentations

There are three basic types of talks that a given on behalf of Free Geek:


 * Talking with no visual aids
 * Using a slide show
 * Live computer recycling demonstration

There is a recorded version of a talk that Oso gave at the City Club of Portland in May 2005. 

Talking about Free Geek is a lot like giving the tour. For most general audiences, this is perfect. The basic talking points:


 * Introduction (sometimes you are introduced, so skip this step if that is the case): "Hi, my name is, and I am the ." -- if time permits, tell a little about yourself, and how you got involved with Free Geek.


 * "There are two big problems..." talk about e-waste and digital divide "...we point them at one another a viola, problems solved!"


 * Free Geek diverts e-waste from the landfills, sepperating it into the reusable and the recyclable."


 * "The way that we accomplish this is through two main programs, the first program is called the Adoption Program. Volunteers come down and participate, helping us run the recycling operation. They help greet customers at the curb and help them get their tax receipt. Adopters test basic equipment to see if it works or not and they finish their service, deconstructing the stuff that doesn't. In exchange for 24 hours of community service they receive and computer, a class on how to use it and a year of technical support (both call-in and drop-in). They also get access to a great discount on dial-up or DSL whih we get through a partnership with a local ISP."


 * "The way that we manufacture the computers is though our Build Program"