FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
- • What is a Teach-In?
- • 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?
- • How do I register?
- • Will there be food? How much does it cost?
- • Will housing be available?
- • Can I submit a workshop proposal?
- • Can my organization table at the Teach-In?
- • Can I volunteer to help out?
- • 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?
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 Local to Global Justice Teach-in, click here.
What's happening at the Teach-In this year?
See the Teach-In 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.
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 this year's Teach-In schedule.
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. Use this mapto guide you.
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 several Valley Metro routes, and is also very close to the Metro 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 map. If you are coming from outside the Phoenix area and you need or can offer someone a ride, please leave us a message (with your contact information) on our "contact" page.
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.
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 vegetarian or vegan (no meat, dairy, or eggs) to accommodate people with different dietary preferences. Visit the Teach-In page for more information.
Yes. Please post a message on our contact page if you need or can offer housing.
Can I submit a panel or workshop proposal?
Yes! Visit the Proposal page to read this year's Call for Proposals and to complete and submit a Teach-In panel, workshop, and/or skill-share proposal forms online.
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 complete a table request in advance if you are planning on tabling. You may have a table whether you are holding a workshop or not.
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 (or more!) of your time during the Teach-in, visit the volunteer page for more information.
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. You will also have the opportunity to donate at the event itself.
What else can I do to help out?
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). "Like" us on Facebook, join us on Twitter, and tell all of your friends to do the same!
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!
