has officially opened for the 9th Annual
Local to Global Justice Teach-in.
January 15, 2009
•What's happening at the Teach-in this year?
•Will there be activities for children and
youth at the Teach-in?
•How much does it cost to attend?
•Where is the Teach-in being held?
•How do I get there and where can I park?
•Will there be food? How much does it cost?
•Can I submit a workshop proposal?
•Can my organization table at the Teach-in?
•How can I donate money to support the
Teach-in?
•What else can I do to help out?
•What is "Local to Global Justice," and how can I get involved?
What is a
Teach-in?
A teach-in is a forum for sharing knowledge that
doesn't rely on "experts." At a teach-in, we recognize that everyone
has something to teach and something to learn. And it can be much
more productive and empowering to create our own learning space; in
this way, it feels more like a festival than a conference. It's
similar to the Social Forums that have been held around the world
since 2001. To learn more about the history of the Local to Global
Justice Teach-in, visit our
About us section.
What's
happening at the Teach-in this year?
See the Schedule of
events for details about
what's happening this year. Each day there will be several one-hour
slots for
workshops and keynote addresses, interspersed with breaks
to enjoy live music, eat some delicious food, and share time with
friends. Check out the
Speakers page for more information about the
featured speakers. The
Entertainment page has more about the musical acts
and other performers appearing this year.
Will there be
activities for children and youth
at the Teach-in?
Yes, there will be lots of activities for youth
ages 3-17. In fact, the Youth Committee, made up mostly of children
and teens, is planning a whole lineup of workshops and other
activities to be run by young people at the event, with adult
participation. To see what kinds of things the Youth Committee is
planning, check out the
Youth activities page.
How much does it cost to
attend?
The Teach-in is absolutely FREE of charge. While
we certainly appreciate donations, we are dedicated to providing
free speakers, food, workshops and entertainment.
Where is the Teach-in being held?
At the Farmer Education, Payne Education, and
Coor Buildings on the campus of Arizona State University-Tempe.
How do I get there and where can I
park?
For a map and driving directions, please visit our General Information page. The buildings are just north of Gammage Auditorium, near the Student Services Building. The nearest major streets are Mill Ave. and Apache Blvd. University campuses can be tricky for parking, so if you are able to bike or take a bus, we recommend it. If you'd like to take the bus from another part of the Phoenix area, the Teach-in is right along the Red Line, Route 65, Route 66, and close to Routes 30 and 44. It is also very close to the new Light Rail route. To plan your trip by bus or light rail, visit www.valleymetro.org. Otherwise, you will find some parking suggestions on this ASU Parking page. If you are coming from outside the Phoenix area and you need or can offer someone a ride, please leave an email message at webmaster.L2GJ@gmail.com
How do I
register?
We will have an ongoing registration table at the
event, at the north entrance to the Farmer Education Building at
ASU. You do not need to register in advance. While registration is
optional, it helps give us an idea of how many people attend. You will receive a program of events at the
registration table. We will not contact you in the future unless you
want us to, and we will never, ever give your contact info to anyone
else.
Will there be
food? How much does it cost?
Yes, FREE delicious food will be offered
throughout the Teach-in. Sharing a meal is one of the greatest ways
to create community, so we encourage you to participate. All meals
will be vegan (no meat, dairy, or eggs) to accommodate people with
different dietary preferences. For more information, visit the
food
page.
Will housing be available if I am coming from
outside of Phoenix?
Yes. Please post a message on the Housing and Transportation discussion forum if you need or can offer housing. Or contact us at webmaster.L2GJ@gmail.com
Can I submit a workshop
proposal?
Yes! Visit the
Proposal page to download and
submit a Teach-In workshop proposal or to complete the online form. If you're interested in doing a
youth-oriented workshop, please use the Youth proposal form available on
the Proposal page.
Can my organization
table at the Teach-in?
We will have plenty of table space available for
non-profit organizations and individuals. Tables are provided on a
first-come first-served basis, but please
contact us in advance if
you are planning on tabling. You may have a table whether you are
holding a workshop or not.
How can I sign up to
volunteer during the
Teach-in?
We rely on volunteers to make the Teach-in run
smoothly. We need people to help set up, clean up, serve food, run
A/V equipment, work the registration table, and much more. If you
would be willing to give us an hour or so of your time during the
Teach-in, visit the
Volunteer page.
How can I
donate money to support the Teach-in?
The Teach-in is run entirely by volunteers on a
shoestring budget. We appreciate any monetary support you can
provide. Just click on the "Donate" button to make a
secure donation using a credit card, debit card, or PayPal account.
You will also have the opportunity to donate at the event itself.
What are some other ways that I can
help with
the Teach-in?
Spread the word! Send an email out to all your
contacts about the Teach-in (don't forget to include our URL,
www.localtoglobal.org). Make us your
MySpace or
Facebook friend, and
tell all of your friends to do the same! You can also download a
flier and distribute copies in your community.
Subscribe to the Local to Global Justice blog and
let others know about it, too.
If you have creative ideas and the will to make it happen, we can make space for your idea. Contact us at webmaster.L2GJ@gmail.com.
What is
Local to Global Justice and how can I
get involved?
Local to Global Justice is a working group focused on networking people and organizations in Arizona that are working for justice. See the About Us section for more information.
If you are interested in participating and/or
have further questions, please contact us at
webmaster.L2GJ@gmail.com.
