General
Q: Where will Conference be held this year?
A: At the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California. To obtain visitor information about San Diego, visit: www.meetmeinsandiego.com/NCLR .
A: At the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California. To obtain visitor information about San Diego, visit: www.meetmeinsandiego.com/NCLR .
Q: Who attends Conference?
A: Conference is the largest gathering of its kind in the Hispanic community, serving as the meeting ground for more than 20,000 community leaders, activists, and volunteers; elected and appointed officials; members of the corporate, philanthropic, and academic communities; senior citizens; college students; and youth.
A: Conference is the largest gathering of its kind in the Hispanic community, serving as the meeting ground for more than 20,000 community leaders, activists, and volunteers; elected and appointed officials; members of the corporate, philanthropic, and academic communities; senior citizens; college students; and youth.
Q: What is the purpose of Conference?
A: Conference provides a forum for training and networking for members of the Hispanic community. Community-based organizations, corporate representatives, and government officials convene at the NCLR Annual Conference to learn about and discuss ongoing and emerging issues affecting the Latino Community.
A: Conference provides a forum for training and networking for members of the Hispanic community. Community-based organizations, corporate representatives, and government officials convene at the NCLR Annual Conference to learn about and discuss ongoing and emerging issues affecting the Latino Community.
Q: Where can I find printed Conference materials?
A: All Conference information is printable directly from the NCLR Conference website: www.nclr.org/conference.
A: All Conference information is printable directly from the NCLR Conference website: www.nclr.org/conference.
Q: How can I contact NCLR with Conference questions not covered by this FAQ?
A: For more information about NCLR Conference events visit the main Conference site: www.nclr.org/conference.
A: For more information about NCLR Conference events visit the main Conference site: www.nclr.org/conference.
Exhibitors
Q: How do I obtain information about purchasing a booth at Latino Expo USA?
A: To obtain booth rates, contact Viviana Costa at (202) 776-1757 or visit: www.nclr.org/conferenceexhibitors.
A: To obtain booth rates, contact Viviana Costa at (202) 776-1757 or visit: www.nclr.org/conferenceexhibitors.
Workshops
Q: How can I present a workshop at Conference?
A: To obtain workshop information, visit: www.nclr.org/conferenceworkshops.
A: To obtain workshop information, visit: www.nclr.org/conferenceworkshops.
Q: Is there a list of the workshops that will be presented at the 2008 Conference?
A: We are currently in the process of coordinating workshops. We have just released a preliminary list of workshops that will be presented this year. This list is tentative and will be changing continually, so please check back often.
A: We are currently in the process of coordinating workshops. We have just released a preliminary list of workshops that will be presented this year. This list is tentative and will be changing continually, so please check back often.
Events and Programs
Q: How can I register for the Diabetes Dash?
A: Registration for the Diabetes Dash is currently unavailable. For regular updates please visit www.nclr.org/diabetesdash.
A: Registration for the Diabetes Dash is currently unavailable. For regular updates please visit www.nclr.org/diabetesdash.
Q: What events take place at the Conference?
A: Annual Conference features a Diabetes Dash (5k run/walk for diabetes), a Community Service Event, Latino Expo USA (features Health and Homeownership Fairs), Naturalization Processing Event , and Advocacy Central (highlights NCLR’s advocacy work). In addition, Conference is filled with Town Halls and Workshops about issues affecting Hispanic Americans. To obtain a copy of the Conference schedule, visit www.nclr.org/conference.
A: Annual Conference features a Diabetes Dash (5k run/walk for diabetes), a Community Service Event, Latino Expo USA (features Health and Homeownership Fairs), Naturalization Processing Event , and Advocacy Central (highlights NCLR’s advocacy work). In addition, Conference is filled with Town Halls and Workshops about issues affecting Hispanic Americans. To obtain a copy of the Conference schedule, visit www.nclr.org/conference.
Q: Are there any other special programs offered at Conference?
A: The NCLR Líderes Summit is a program designed for young people (ages 14-25) which enhances young people’s experience at Conference by providing an exciting and challenging leadership experience. The Summit will begin on the morning of Friday, July 11 with a Community Service Project, integrating with the NCLR Annual Conference on Saturday, July 12. For more information about the NCLR Líderes Summit, visit: www.lideres.nclr.org. Also, an added feature of the NCLR Conference Workshops is the ability to earn NCLR Certificates of Professional Development in the various issue areas we cover at Conference: Affiliate/Nonprofit Management, Workforce Development in the Community, Family and Community Wealth-Building, Public Policy and Advocacy, Successful School and Student Development, and Health Education for the Latino Community. By completing a series of workshops, attendees gain valuable insight, training, resources, research, and tools to enhance program and service delivery in their nonprofit organizations. The Professional Development Certificate Program is open to registered attendees of the NCLR Annual Conference.
A: The NCLR Líderes Summit is a program designed for young people (ages 14-25) which enhances young people’s experience at Conference by providing an exciting and challenging leadership experience. The Summit will begin on the morning of Friday, July 11 with a Community Service Project, integrating with the NCLR Annual Conference on Saturday, July 12. For more information about the NCLR Líderes Summit, visit: www.lideres.nclr.org. Also, an added feature of the NCLR Conference Workshops is the ability to earn NCLR Certificates of Professional Development in the various issue areas we cover at Conference: Affiliate/Nonprofit Management, Workforce Development in the Community, Family and Community Wealth-Building, Public Policy and Advocacy, Successful School and Student Development, and Health Education for the Latino Community. By completing a series of workshops, attendees gain valuable insight, training, resources, research, and tools to enhance program and service delivery in their nonprofit organizations. The Professional Development Certificate Program is open to registered attendees of the NCLR Annual Conference.
Registration
Q: What is the registration fee?
A: Conference registration rates vary by registration date and affiliation. For detailed explanation of Conference rates visit: www.nclr.org/conferenceregistration.
A: Conference registration rates vary by registration date and affiliation. For detailed explanation of Conference rates visit: www.nclr.org/conferenceregistration.
Q: Can I submit my registration by phone?
A: No. You can use the online form, or we can mail you a hard copy to fax or mail in.
A: No. You can use the online form, or we can mail you a hard copy to fax or mail in.
Q: Where do I send my check to pay for my Conference Registration?
A: Please send checks to:
2008 NCLR Conference Registration
P.O. BOX 17103
Baltimore, MD 21297-0168
A: Please send checks to:
2008 NCLR Conference Registration
P.O. BOX 17103
Baltimore, MD 21297-0168
Q: Are there discounts on multiple registrations?
A: Yes, group discounts are available. If a group purchases ten registrations they will receive one (1) additional registration at no charge. If a group purchases 14 registrations they will receive two (2) additional registrations at no charge. Registrations must be purchased at the same time to qualify for this discount. Splitting registrations and purchasing them separately will prevent you from obtaining the group discount.
A: Yes, group discounts are available. If a group purchases ten registrations they will receive one (1) additional registration at no charge. If a group purchases 14 registrations they will receive two (2) additional registrations at no charge. Registrations must be purchased at the same time to qualify for this discount. Splitting registrations and purchasing them separately will prevent you from obtaining the group discount.
Q: Can I transfer registration to another person?
A: Yes, Substitution Requests will ONLY be considered if WRITTEN notification is received no later than Friday, June 27, 2008. Substitution Requests received after June 27 (including on site) will NOT be honored.
A: Yes, Substitution Requests will ONLY be considered if WRITTEN notification is received no later than Friday, June 27, 2008. Substitution Requests received after June 27 (including on site) will NOT be honored.
Q: If I cancel my Registration, is there a penalty?
A: Yes. There is a $95 processing fee for all cancellations. Please note that refund requests will be processed post-Conference by Friday, August 29, 2008.
A: Yes. There is a $95 processing fee for all cancellations. Please note that refund requests will be processed post-Conference by Friday, August 29, 2008.
Q: Can I attend Conference events without registering?
A: Absolutely! Latino Expo USA, as well as all Conference workshops and Town Halls, are free and open to the public.
A: Absolutely! Latino Expo USA, as well as all Conference workshops and Town Halls, are free and open to the public.
Q: Are there additional costs involved?
A: In addition to the above complimentary events, there are several special events open only to paid/registered Conference attendees. Some of these events include the Latinas Brunch, luncheons, evening events (except for Monday night’s Concert), and the closing NCLR Awards Gala. There is an additional $10 fee for those interested in attending Monday night’s Concert. The additional fee will be added to the Conference Registration rate.
A: In addition to the above complimentary events, there are several special events open only to paid/registered Conference attendees. Some of these events include the Latinas Brunch, luncheons, evening events (except for Monday night’s Concert), and the closing NCLR Awards Gala. There is an additional $10 fee for those interested in attending Monday night’s Concert. The additional fee will be added to the Conference Registration rate.
Q: What does the Conference Registration include?
A: Conference Registration includes access to all meal functions, evening events, as well as all workshops, Town Halls, and Latino Expo USA.
A: Conference Registration includes access to all meal functions, evening events, as well as all workshops, Town Halls, and Latino Expo USA.
Q: Do I have to pay the Conference Registration fee to attend the Workshops?
A: No. All Conference workshops, Town Halls, and Latino Expo USA events are free and open to the public. However, those interested in only attending the Conference workshops and Town Halls must check in and obtain a workshop badge. Attendance without an appropriate Conference badge will not be permitted.
A: No. All Conference workshops, Town Halls, and Latino Expo USA events are free and open to the public. However, those interested in only attending the Conference workshops and Town Halls must check in and obtain a workshop badge. Attendance without an appropriate Conference badge will not be permitted.
Q: Will I be provided with tickets to all Conference events?
A: When registering, you are asked to identify which Conference events you plan to attend. As a result, only tickets to events you selected will be provided to you at Conference.
A: When registering, you are asked to identify which Conference events you plan to attend. As a result, only tickets to events you selected will be provided to you at Conference.
Hotel and Travel
Q: How do I reserve a hotel room at one of the Conference hotels?
A: To reserve a hotel room at the Conference hotels visit: www.nclr.org/conferencehousing.
A: To reserve a hotel room at the Conference hotels visit: www.nclr.org/conferencehousing.
Q: Can I call the hotels directly to reserve a room?
A: To ensure that you receive our headquarter hotel discounts, you must use NCLR’s online housing reservation system at www.nclr.org/conferencehousing.
A: To ensure that you receive our headquarter hotel discounts, you must use NCLR’s online housing reservation system at www.nclr.org/conferencehousing.
Q: Do any of NCLR’s travel partners offer Conference attendee discounts?
A: Yes. To see a listing of NCLR’s Conference travel partners and their discount offers, please visit: www.nclr.org/conferencetravel.
A: Yes. To see a listing of NCLR’s Conference travel partners and their discount offers, please visit: www.nclr.org/conferencetravel.
