Midyear Meeting is being hosted on Zoom, which allows participants to join with video and audio (requires internet access with a webcam and microphone) or by phone (audio-only). If you haven’t used Zoom before or don’t feel confident on it, we will be offering support in the form of practice sessions, links to tutorials and individual assistance. Feel free to reach out to us at MidYearAdHoc@iymc.org or via phone at (651) 236-7977 (Liz).
What is Zoom? Zoom is a cloud-based video conferencing service you can use to virtually meet with others in real time – either by video and audio, or audio only. Accessible through your computer, tablet or smart phone, you can also dial into a meeting using your cell phone or landline for audio only. A basic account is free, but you don’t need an account to join a meeting. Zoom has many advanced features, but to join a meeting you just need a computer or phone and the meeting ID number/dial in number, which will be provided to you.
As you may be aware, there have been some issues with Zoom meetings being hacked, pranked or harassed , often through “Zoombombing.” Zoom is addressing these security concerns and we will be monitoring the situation, adapting our planning as necessary.
Zoom quick start guide for new users: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360034967471-Quick-start-guide-for-new-users
Zoom’s Privacy Policy can be accessed here: https://zoom.us/privacy