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Hello World! Introducing the New Website
ShareThere are a whole bunch of new features to check out, but first the highlights. Now you will be able to:
- Search, find, and connect with other members
- Find mentors in numerous interest areas, and/or be a mentor yourself
- Keep up to date with what’s happening in Wellington and NZ ICT with our Planet Blog
- Add your own events to our events calendar
- Select from a range of profile privacy options to make yourself visible to the public, members only, or keep your info private
- Bring a friend to events by RSVPing for up to 5 people and let us know your dietary requirements
Here are a few tips to guide you through some of the new features:
First Login
Your member account has been migrated from the old site, and can be accessed through the email address you signed up with. On your first visit you’ll need to use the ‘forgot password’ to gain access to your account. Contact us if you can’t remember which email this is.
Once you’re in, depending on what details you had in the old system some of them may be pre-filled for you, but double-check them to be sure they’re up-to-date.
There are three privacy options for your account. You’ll be set to Private by default, but to let other members, or the public see your profile select this option from the drop-down menu. Your screen name, image and bio will always be public.
To be contacted by other members you’ll need to select “Yes” under the “Accept email from other users” option. This will put an “Email” button next to your profile and then others can contact you through the site (they won’t see your email unless you reply to their message).
Member Search
UP is all about networking and we want to make it easier for you to connect with other people in Wellington ICT.
To help this along, now you will be able to search for other members so when you meet someone interesting at an event you will be able find them online. And you won’t have to wait for events to find people with similar interests to you: just use the search.
New to Wellington, or need some advice? Find a Mentor:
Settling in to a new city can be tough, especially for people with families, but UP is here to help. We’ve created the Mentor system to help new Wellingtonians settle in - whether they’ve moved here from overseas, or from other parts of NZ.
Shifting career path can be tricky as well, so if you’re interested in heading in a different direction in the ICT arena, hunt out a mentor to get some advice.
Just search “Only Mentors” in the Member List.
Keen to help a newcomer, or share your expertise with a bright young thing? Become a Mentor:
By chosing to be a mentor you’re saying you’re happy to meet up for a coffee and give some advice about Wellington in general, or in specific areas that you have expertise or interest.
To become a Mentor set your Mentor Availability to “Yes” under “Work Details” on your profile. Make sure you select “Yes” under the “Accept email from other users” option as well so member can contact you.
Add an Event
Got an event that you’d like to invite UP members to? Now you can add your event to our website and get the word out. Simply fill out the “Add an Event” form under “Events”.
Once it’s approved it will appear in the Upcoming Events list, and we’ll include a mention of it in our regular news emails.
Happy testing! Please contact us with your comments.
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