What is an email network?

An email network is based on a central list of email addresses. When a message is sent to the address of the network, it automatically goes to everybody who has joined. This makes it a simple way of sharing information, advice, queries and suggestions. A list of networks that NAVCA facilitates is available.

When somebody joins an email network, a welcome message is sent to them which confirms that they have joined the network. This contains information about how to use the network, the purpose of the network and the etiquette that we ask all email network members to follow. Only people who have joined the network can send and receive messages.

In order to ensure that messages remain relevant to a particular topic or group of people, most networks are restricted to people with a particular role within their organisation. Many networks are open to voluntary and community organisations that work with, support and complement the work of local infrastructure organisations, although some are restricted to NAVCA members only. For more information see the relevant link from the list of networks.

There is no charge for joining an email network.

Each email network has a network administrator who can deal with any further queries.