Our friends at the Department of Commerce have asked AAM to post this notice
about their upcoming Telecommunications and Information Infrastructure
Assistance Program (TIIAP) conference to this list.

Several museums have been awarded TIIAP grants in the past. TIIAP since 1994
has provided matching grants to consortia, to bring the benefits of the
Information Age to inaccessible rural areas and underserved urban residents.
For this highly competitive program, TIIAP officials look for projects that
use new technology to "solve a problem" and that can serve as replicable
models.  The FY 1998 TIIAP grant awards announced last fall included two
museum projects.  The FY 1999 grant awards are expected to be announced
soon.

In the first project, the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture in New Mexico
will use its $244,059 grant to create the Virtual Museum - an
Internet-based, interactive teaching and demonstration tool.  The cultural
exhibits will focus on the diverse heritage of tribes in 24 communities, and
will be added to a continually expanding Virtual Museum Website. The aims
are to address the problem of accuracy and appropriateness in interpreting
Native American cultures, and to help resolve the tension between cultural
preservation and potential cultural appropriation.

In the second, the New York Hall of Science and the Queens Botanical
Gardens, with the Queens Borough Public Library in the lead, will use their
$550,000 grant to explore an innovative use of video teleconferencing. This
project will provide math and science education to over 15,000 children in
33 library-sponsored latchkey programs, 80-90 mentally and emotionally
challenged young adults confined to institutional living, and 1,000 adults
enrolled in basic education and literacy programs.

TIIAP's Website is http://www.ntia.doc.gov/
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1999 TIIAP Networks for People Conference

The Department of Commerce's Telecommunications and Information
Infrastructure Assistance Program (TIIAP) promotes the widespread
availability and use of advanced telecommunications technologies in the
public and nonprofit sectors.  As part of the Department's National
Telecommunication and Information Administration (NTIA), TIIAP awards grants
for model projects, demonstrating innovative uses of network technologies.

TIIAP will hold its annual Networks for People conference on November 1 and
2, 1999, at the Key Bridge Marriott Hotel in Arlington, Virginia. Each year,
TIIAP holds a forum to discuss how people are using information technology
to change the way they live, do business, get educated, receive services,
and stay healthy. Last year, more than 600 people ? practitioners, industry
and government leaders, TIIAP grantees ? attended the NFP conference. Plans
are underway for this year's conference, so watch the NFP '99 web page for
more information and registration details.


WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Executive Directors, MIS Directors, and program managers from non-profit
organizations and foundations
Government leaders, federal, state and local
Educators
Healthcare providers and public health officials
Public safety officials
Social service providers
Leaders from arts and culture programs
Telecommunications, computer and software vendors
Leaders and staff from organizations involved in international
telecommunications
Potential TIIAP applicants

                1998 NFP CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
What people attending last year's NFP conference had to say:

"Exceptional information presented in an exceptional manner...."
"Interesting, informative, thought-provoking...."
"...gave me ideas regarding where my organization should go next...."
"Very useful, instructive, and conceptually stimulating..."
"This was information I could take back to my agency!"
"...quick, to the point presentations..."
"...diversity of the program was excellent; geographically dispersed
presenters...."
"...The conference focused on communities, problem-solving, and technology
uses --  as opposed to technology itself..."


Tentative AgendaMONDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1999
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.                REGISTRATION
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.       WELCOME

Dr. Bernadette McGuire-Rivera
Associate Administrator, NTIA

INTRODUCTION
The Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information

10:00 - 10:45 a.m.      KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Where is Information Technology Taking Us?
Gary Chapman, Director of the 21st Century Project University of Texas at
Austin, LBJ School of Public Affairs

10:45 - 11:15 a.m.      BREAK
11:15 - 12:00 p.m.      KEYNOTE SPEAKER How Are People Reacting to the New
Information Technologies?

J. Lynn Jacobs, Chief Technology Officer (invited) City of Seattle,
Washington

12:00 - 1:30 p.m.       LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

SESSION 1

Network Technologies and Organizations

The TIIAP evaluation report found organizational problems were twice as
likely as technology problems to create obstacles for projects. The
introduction of information and communications technologies will
fundamentally change your business. As project managers, your challenge is
to make sure that the change allows you to do business better. Focusing on
non-profit, public sector, and institutional services, the panelists will
share the experiences they have had with staff, partners, stakeholders,
vendors, board members, and funders. They will also share ideas for building
your organization for a smoother start-up and a more sustained impact.

SESSION 2
Cutting Edge Technology on an Outdated Budget

Broadband, e-commerce and web-based applications, video streaming and other
emerging applications can advance the goals of non-profit and public service
organizations  ? when they are available. The panel will discuss emerging
technologies and strategic opportunities for TIIAP and other mission-driven
projects. This is an important session for those seeking to use advanced
network technologies to enhance the quality and efficiency of their service.
You will also get tips on agencies interested in helping non-profit
organizations explore the next generation of services.

3:00 - 3:30 p.m.        BREAK

3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

SESSION 3

Sustaining Telecommunications Technology Projects When the Federal Money
Stops

Few tax-based programs provide ongoing or categorical support for non-profit
telecommunications projects.  How do you continue beyond the end of your
federal grant period?  Of the 210 projects funded in TIIAP's first two
years, 90 percent are still operating, and 66 percent have expanded to serve
additional end users.  Experts in this session will explain how to nurture
your seed money into a flourishing community resource. You will learn about
what costs are the easiest and toughest to cover and the best non-federal
sources for these expenses. The session also will cover leadership
strategies for sustaining the driving forces of enthusiasm, interest and
innovation.

SESSION 4

Haves and Have-Nots: Case Studies in Bridging the Digital Divide

Using in-depth case studies from TIIAP projects, this panel will share
successful strategies for reaching severely disadvantaged and at-risk
communities. In particular, the panel will provide a perspective on the
challenges associated with developing and sustaining these initiatives.  The
panel will also discuss the use of research for program improvement and for
the development of policy recommendations regarding telecommunications'
applications.

Tentative Agenda
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1999

9:00 - 9:15 a.m.        INTRODUCTION

Dr. Bernadette McGuire-Rivera Associate Administrator, NTIA

9:15 - 10:00 a.m.       KEYNOTE SPEAKER The Global Village TBA
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

PLENARY SESSION
Creating the Global Village

Today, technology lets us link distant communities from around the world to
one another.  By linking communities together, we can create a truly
connected and global "learning-center" for network and community
development. Innovative programs, partnerships and technology exist to make
your community part of the global village. Representatives from the public
and the private sector will tell you about the programs they have developed,
and the global villages they are creating.

11:00 - 11:15 a.m.      BREAK
11:15 - 12:30 p.m.

PLENARY SESSION
Foundations and the Future

Foundations' technical policies and funding priorities are evolving with the
mass market introduction and acceptance of a wide range of
telecommunications and information technology equipment and services. Some
well established foundations are increasingly interested in funding
technology innovation. Meanwhile, Information Age companies are creating new
philanthropies. The panelists, representing foundations both old and new,
will discuss the future role of foundation funding in supporting innovative
applications of technology in the public sector. They also will share their
funding philosophies, criteria, and areas of interest.

12:30 - 12:45 p.m.      CLOSING REMARKS
Dr. Bernadette McGuire-Rivera Associate Administrator, NTIA

        SPEAKERS CONFIRMED TO DATE INCLUDE

Gary Chapman The 21st Century Project University of Texas at Austin
Brian Anderson City of Philadelphia
Tom Chesney Sun Microsystems
Bart Decrem Plugged In
B. Keith Fulton National Urban League
Link Hoewing Bell Atlantic
Ronald Rassner American Management Association
Maxine Rockoff Clark Rockoff & Associates
Neal Richman Advanced Policy Institute, UCLA
Dan Salcedo PEOPLink
Nancy Stark National Center for Small Communities
Rob Stuart Rockefeller Technology Project
Anthony Wilhelm Benton Foundation

Visit the TIIAP website for information on these and other speakers as
confirmed.

follow the links to NFP 1999
1999 NETWORKS FOR PEOPLE CONFERENCE
 REGISTRATION INFORMATION

CONFERENCE  HOTEL AND ACCOMMODATIONS


KEY BRIDGE MARRIOTT
(800) 327-3789 or (703) 524-6400

Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel arrangements.  You may
reserve a room at the Key Bridge Marriott by calling the telephone number
listed above.  You must mention that you will be attending the "Networks for
People" Conference in order to receive the special rate.  The conference
room rate at the Marriott is $125/single or double.

RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 11, 1999
TO RECEIVE THE CONFERENCE RATE

ALTERNATE HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

The following hotels have no affiliation with the NFP Conference.  This
information is provided as a courtesy.  The hotels listed are within a 5
block radius of the Key Bridge Marriott.

ROSSLYN COURTYARD MARRIOTT
1533 Clarendon Boulevard
Arlington, VA  (703) 528-2222

HOLIDAY INN ROSSLYN WEST PARK
1900 North Fort Myers Drive
Arlington, VA  (703) 807-2000

GROUND TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING

Limited parking is available.  Public transportation and/or taxis are
recommended.  The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle to and from the
Rosslyn Metro station.

TO/FROM NATIONAL AIRPORT:

Blue line on the Metro to National Airport.   Taxi service is approximately
$11.00 to the hotel, with a
surcharge of $1.00 per extra person and $.50 per extra bag.

TO/FROM DULLES AIRPORT:

Taxi service is approximately $36.00 to the hotel with a surcharge of $1.00
per extra person
and $.50 per extra bag.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM
You may register online at
If you do not have access to the worldwide web, please complete this form
and fax to (202) 501-5136

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PRIMARY APPLICATION AREA OF INTEREST

Community Networking
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SECONDARY APPLICATION AREA OF INTEREST

Community Networking
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        AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

Do you require ADA assistance?    Yes        No

Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities and other special
needs will be made if requested in advance.  Please call Youlanda Brown,
before October 15, 1999, at (202) 482-2048.

Do you wish to have your name kept off both the conference website and a
handout of registrants at the conference?    Yes

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