www.norfolk blurb .co.uk Social Networking Sites: Models of participation

Virtual resident’s group

Feedback “ Ello to evrybody: I think that Tom G deserves a vote of thanks for representing our moans, groans and plaudits to the City Living management” “ Great idea Tom” “ Good work Tom, I never considered myself one for the "neighborhood meeting" kind but looks like I am”

Initial lessons learnt Make it relevant Make it accessible Make it specific Promote the opportunity

Let it grow Promote achievements Update it Involve decision makers/influences

Consulting with current service users

Virtual detached youth work

Hi a little while ago you added me as a friend after I sent you a request introducing myself as a Youth Worker who works for the Norfolk County Council. Since then I have begun to build a network of past and present students from Norfolk in order to help me collect the views and opinions of local young people. Tom Gaskin Work

Build your own social networking site

Peer Research

Collaborating online

Build apps/widgets