Who are we?

We are a non-profit, community-based, organisation. Membership is open to all people living or working in and around Needham Market.

We aim to provide an ICT Access Point and accompanying cafe in Needham Market.

The core activities will be based around 'drop-in' Internet access. This will include basic computer/Internet training and advice, leisure learning opportunities and a range of facilities to enable printing, scanning, newsletter and website design and gaming.

Drinks & snacks will help provide an atmosphere that encourages informal learning. While additional activities will include a community website, independent film nights and 'signposting' services - using the space to point people in the direction of relevant statutory bodies (extending CAB services, etc.).

The organisation has sought to be as open as possible from the beginning.

Initial ideas were openly discussed and presented to the Town Council (as representatives of the residents of the town). These ideas were then refined by Tom Barker, before presenting them to the community in an open "Making it Happen" meeting. People have been actively encouraged to get involved and the Steering Group is a representation of this.

The creation of the company has also been thoroughly thought through to ensure the company is as open and inclusive as possible. Essentially, it solidifies the concept of democracy into the organisation's management and structure. It keeps the organisation open and enhances the opportunity for community involvement. It also allows the flexibility to enable the organisation to grow with the users and wider community expectations.

Steering Group:

Tom Barker (NMTC)

Linda Nixon (SCC Extended schools)

Keith Whitton (NMTC)

Zena Fenton (SCA & NMYC)

Karl Huggins (Youth worker)

Jan Barker (local resident)

Eileen Crascall (local resident)

Various young people including Bobby & Troy

Founding members:

Tom Barker

Keith Whitton

Jan Barker

Alex Lund-lack

Zena Fenton

Jo Barker

Eileen Crascall

Amy Hedges

Leon Crascall

Robert Allen

George Barker

Noah Westcott

Company Directors:

Tom Barker

Keith Whitton

Eileen Crascall

Company Secretary:

Jan Barker