Survey of Groups on Women in London - June / July 2000 Longer Comments These are the additional suggestions and comments from the groups who completed the survey on the various questions asked and proposals made.

Directory Entries - Suggestions for What These Could Also Include: For the training providers, maybe have the type of training as a separate heading, ie carpentary and joinery so it is easier to see, rather than having to read group purpose. Campaigning areas Recent special events or celebrations Projects in progress; Events coming up; Volunteers / management committee bulletin board Volunteers wanted Ways assisted women (regain strength/confidence) improve relationships, make decisions, establish identity, maintain/improve health, stop self harm, leaving making endings, recover from burnout, cope with crisis differently, move out of depression

Group Listings - Other Suggested Categories: Groups with commercial purpose like us List of possible networks Lesbian Groups

Women's Businesses, Freelancers, Services to Women - Comments: But you would want some assurance that the services were compatible with your aims. The categories should be differentiated both because they are business orientated and because of easier to find what you are looking for. Provided the commercial businesses / services are listed separately. Need to retain some sort of female focus of activities, but not to be exclusive Businesses and consultants should be listed seperately - maybe a small charge could be applied to them also. A women only focus should be prioritised. List of approved counsellors and psychotherapists who are dyke oriented. Might be a lot of work!

Additional Information - Suggestions for Other Categories: Information about the organisation (general) ie problems and looking for support Campaigns page; list of local groups Information on lesbian activities Funding Received / Funding Cut

Response to Policy - Comments on this and why not used by groups: Lack of time. Some groups just do not like to share information. Time. Relevance. Individualistic approach. Maybe groups on reflection thought it wisest not to comment for fear of losing support / funding etc. I should imagine that unless they are IT, unlike ourselves, groups don't actually spend a lot of time online due to funding restrictions and / or lack of time. And therefore don't come across this section because they are not online to browse. Time scale Lack of time!! We don't have time to make use of it either by giving our opinion or looking at what other groups have to say. Probably haven't got enough time Too concerned with internal / local affairs to focus on global policy. Are the policy makers taking an interest in this forum? Maybe these's a lack of faith that the opinions we'll put down will make a difference… Not known about. Exposure which may affect funding. Was not aware of this as an option

Contributing to Additional Options - Okay or a Problem - Comments: We have co-operated I would think it is mainly lack of thought, internet access is still relatively new to vol. org., and people just need to be reminded that it is a very effective medium. Apple mac users? - compatibility issues. Some groups simply lack confidence in their own technological skills or do not have a person within the group who is responsible. Stress the benefits for them and for you - if they do not provide it in accessible format there is less chance it will be put on (?) Not convinced enough market out there for the sending of the information to be a priority. Use Mac and so have different software.

Additions / Changes to the Directory - Comments: I don't like "don't care" as an option!! Lots of gossip particularly from dykes who are in high places and those who can influence funding applications. Would prefer the monthly email of all info to the present ad hoc emails

Survey - Any Other Comments / Suggestions: We have not used the service very much but I intend to publicise the site within the organisation, so apologies for brief feedback. Look we know we've been one of the less interested groups, but we don't have an internet connection - this will be fixed asap - do you know of any funding fot IT for charities / women's facilities? If so please let us know - thanks A lot of the suggestions in point 6 are really good ideas but would require someone working on these full time, can you afford this? The reason why I don't think it is necessary to email people telling them of changes n the directory, is because on the main page you say when the database has been updated and if used on a regular basis groups / individuals will see that the information is current. I think emailig everyone would just give your extra work. Emailing list which a group could use to forward publicity and save you some work. That women on the directory would share information and ideas with each other and to those using the site to find out about the groups

Why are you completing this form: To assist you in providing a better service to users. All mailings relating to this comes to me Because our small staff like to co-operate and I help with these sorts of forms!! To air my views. You asked me to! I like this facility. You requested us too? ?um? because you asked us to? I think microsyster has done a great job pulling this directory together and I'd like to support / feedback whever possible. To help you be the best you want to be! To improve Women in London site. You asked me to! The Women in London site is an important link. As subscribers we should give you feed back to improve it.