[Diabetes-Talk] FB group

Wed Mar 27 18:09:56 UTC 2019

Again, no need to drop any forum at this point in time. It's up to each individual which way they want to connect; if one forum, great, if both, great as well. But, it's prudent to have a FB group so we are prepared for the future. Whether we like it or not, the majority of people use and communicate via Facebook and other forms of social media. Every generation has it's "new" things that previous generations don't get, but being flexible and adaptable is a good thing, and BTW, an ideal we promote in the Federation, grin. Several people here were excited about a FB group, which is why I created it; and most NFB groups/divisions have a social media presence, so it's important we do as well. And several people have joined the FB group for the diabetes group, because they prefer it. But we can continue to have and use both the listserve and FB group and anything else we can think of.

I think people are forgetting the reason we decided to create a FB presence. We knew we would have to reach outside the NFB to make accessibility in diabetes tech a true priority, and it was agreed that in order to have a broader presence and potentially gain more traction, we have to have a FB presence. This listserve, while public, is much more private than FB, and not many people are aware of the NFB NET listserves, not just the diabetes list. And younger people prefer FB and other social media platforms. So, moving forward and adapting to the times, we decided to create the FB group.

Curious, because I hear this a lot, but what exactly is the problem with social media? Yes, people can be on it too much, but in general, what's wrong with a platform for sharing and communicating that reaches millions? I don't understand why some look down upon it, even condescending at times. It can be a useful tool, especially if done correctly. It's how I advertise my publications and performances in addition to connecting with people I don't see on a regular basis. And with FB groups, it's a great, easy way for people from across the world to connect over shared interests. Having both the listserve and FB group is beneficial for everyone and sets us up for the future.

But again, I stress that whichever way you're most comfortable communicating, that's fine. Doesn't hurt to try new things though, wink.

Bridgit

-----Original Message-----
From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of sandi via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, March 27, 2019 10:18 AM
To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: sandi <sjryan2 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] FB group

I’m not sure why we need both this group and a Facebook group. But I’m for keeping this one. I will not be on a Facebook group, and the trend right now is getting off Facebook, not getting on it!

Sandi

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From: d m gina via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, March 27, 2019 4:23 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: d m gina
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] FB group

I hope this group stays up and going,
Even if I drive all of you crazy, someone has to do it loll.
Keep up the swell work for face book if folks like it there.

Original message:
> I am not harranging anyone. People have privately messaged me, not 
> posted directly on the group. There's been hesitancy to post since the 
> group is not active right now. But these people prefer a platform like 
> Facebook instead of the listserve, which, as I said, is the going trend these days.

> This message wasn't directed towards you or any other individual but 
> was for the group as a whole. If we want to reach as many blind 
> diabetics as possible, we need to consider other means and utilize 
> what forms of communication exist.

> Personally, I prefer FB groups myself, and I actually admin a few; it 
> really doesn't take much time in a day to check social media and 
> email, especially if you use smart devices. But I understand social 
> media isn't for everyone, and that's okay. No one has to post there 
> own questions or concerns in the group if they prefer the listserve, 
> but it would be helpful if more than one of us could peruse the group 
> from time-to-time and respond to questions/posts others put there. 
> This is about capitalizing on the number of people we can reach.

> I understand trying new things isn't always easy, but if we want to be 
> active in our blind community and reach as many blind people as we 
> can, it's important we have a social media presence. This isn't just 
> for this group, but the entire Federation. Several groups and 
> divisions are moving in this direction, and it affords each the 
> opportunity to not only reach other blind people, but get the message 
> out about blind and Federation issues on a much larger platform that 
> has millions of followers. Again, if FB isn't for you, that's fine, 
> but we also need to acknowledge that more and more people of all ages and backgrounds prefer a platform like FB and are active on it.
> Perhaps the group will never be that active, but it doesn't hurt to try.
> Some NFB FB groups are extremely active, and others haven't gained 
> traction either, but there tends to be a direct correlation between 
> inactive listserves and their FB groups/pages, and active listserves 
> that also have a group/page tend to be equally active. Just something to note.

> And finally, I didn't harass anyone, individual or as a group. I put 
> out there what people have privately messaged me about. If you didn't 
> like it, you can delete the email and move on.

> Bridgit

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk <diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of 
> Veronica Elsea via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, March 25, 2019 9:29 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Veronica Elsea <veronica at laurelcreekmusic.com>
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] FB group

> You know, I did go on there this afternoon. According to FB, when I 
> looked, it had been fifteen minutes since this person had posted. I 
> don't appreciate being harranged because I don't reply instantly to 
> Facebook. I can't always reply instantly here either because I might 
> be doing something. And I did post an answer, at least I think I did. 
> But I don't know if I can keep up with two separate platforms. Frankly, this one's easier, for me.
> So please be considerate with the rest of us. It's one person, one question.
> She'll get answers.
> Veronica

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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
> Behalf Of Joy Stigile via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, March 25, 2019 4:29 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind'
> Cc: Joy Stigile
> Subject: Re: [Diabetes-Talk] FB group

> Hi Bridget,
> I rarely go on Facebook.  I find it easyer to use this list.
> Warmly, Joy

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
> Behalf Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via Diabetes-Talk
> Sent: Monday, March 25, 2019 3:12 PM
> To: 'Diabetes Talk for the Blind' <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter <bkpollpeter at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] FB group

> I know there's some hesitation to switch over to Facebook, but several 
> people have joined our FB group and many not currently on the 
> listserve or who don't post here often. Many are curious as to why the 
> group is not active, and I know a couple of people have a lot of 
> questions; one person in particular about CGMs. So, even if you don't 
> want to post your questions here, can more of us peruse the FB group 
> so its members get some answers? It would be appreciated, grin.

> Bridgit

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