Social Networking Technology Resources for Genealogical Societies: Difference between revisions

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= Facebook  =
= Facebook  =


Utilizing [http://www.facebook.com/ FaceBook] to reach out to younger genealogists is something that all societies should consider.  
Utilizing [http://www.facebook.com/ Facebook] to reach out to younger genealogists is something that all societies should consider.  A society officer with a Facebook account can set up a page on Facebook and those interested in the page can then click the 'Like' button to receive posts from the society in their news feed.
 
There are many features on a 'fan page'.  You can set up discussions, get news of events or other news about your society out, and do a lot more.  For example, FamilySearch has a Facebook fan page, it can be found at [http://www.facebook.com/familysearch http://www.facebook.com/familysearch]
 
 


= Twitter  =
= Twitter  =
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