Groups

What are groups?

Groups have been created for particular stakeholder groups of members as micro-communities within the site with a specific subject interest.  Members join private groups by invitation or request.  Members of a group have exclusive access to group-specific media galleries, blogs and messaging. Share best practice, peer support, flag up issues.

How do I join a group?

To join a group you will either need to accept an invitation sent by the ‘group owner’, or request access to the group you wish to join by clicking ‘Apply to join’.  The group owner (the information authority) will then consider your request and accept or decline you as a member. Each group has membership criteria to make clear who is eligible to join.

Why can’t I join a group?

Groups are based on particular stakeholder groups.  Feedback from stakeholders was clear that they wanted private areas where they could discuss issues with their peers.
The criteria for joining groups is published. Group owners may decline your request to join if you do not meet the criteria.

Where are the groups and how do I join one?

The groups page is found at http://forums.theia.org.uk/groups/. Each group is listed and has an ‘Apply to Join’ link.

How do I set up a group?

Only site administrators can set up groups. If you think a new group is needed, please email cst@theia.org.uk with details.  If the information authority agrees that there is a need for that group on Feconnect, then a new group will be created for you.

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