12th March 2009, 02:44 PM
Quote:quote:Originally posted by RedEarth
I would absolutely love to be on the IFA council but the pressures of actually attempting to earn a living and have a life outside of work make it impossible, especially now. I'm sure many people have pointed out before how practically difficult it would be for people to be on the council and actually attend meetings, especially if they are out in the field. Not to mention the cost of attending meetings. I can't even afford to go to the annual conference. Any advice?
I agree, I'd be up for it as well, except as a freelancer I am one of those nasty MIFA owners... I can't afford the conference either, but was asked about doing a paper there, if I did would I have to pay to speak?!
Units I know give unfunded time to attend IFA meetings and I assume the IFA pays train fares. Yes its disruptive if you are running a site, but I imagine the meetings are flagged up well in advance. I'll ask one of my mates how much time it takes over the year.
It is a serious point though, and one that some people have been banging on about for years, get a voice, get on the council, and influence things.