Thank you for volunteering at the 2008 NCLR Annual Conference! This year's event could not have been possible without the help and support of our volunteers!
Stay tuned for information on how to volunteer next year at the 2009 NCLR Annual Conference in Chicago, IL, July 25-28, 2009!
The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) Annual Conference is the largest gathering of the Hispanic community, serving as the meeting ground for more than 20,000 community organization leaders, activists, and volunteers; elected and appointed officials; members of corporate, philanthropic, and academic communities; senior citizens; college students; and youth. This annual event provides a forum for thousands of people representing a variety of sectors to learn about ongoing and emerging issues in the Hispanic community and become familiar with issues, initiatives, programs, and other efforts making a positive impact in the lives of Latino families and recognizing the strength and power of the Hispanic community. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help at this event, July 12-15, in exchange for free tickets to Conference special events. Below is a detailed description of the volunteer tasks as well as the benefits of being a volunteer at our event.
2008 Volunteer Information
Volunteers will be needed for the following tasks:
- General Registration/Bag Distribution
- Exhibit Hall
- Sponsor and Exhibitor Registration
- Special Events Ushers/Tickets
- Staff Room
- NCLR Booth
- Volunteer Room
- Workshop Monitors
- Press Room
- Speaker Ready Room
- Diabetes Dash Race Setup/Registration
- Hall Greeters
- Conference Information
- Latino Expo USA
- Entertainment Stage
- Bag Stuffing(Registration, Sponsors’ Gifts)
Duties of Volunteers:
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Assisting in Attendee and Sponsor/Exhibitor Registration area
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Assisting with talent and crowd control at Latino Expo USA and Entertainment Stage
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Serving as runners in various areas of the Exhibit Hall, Registration area, Speaker Ready Room, and Press Room
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Collecting tickets at special events
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Setting up workshops and collecting related evaluation forms
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Greeting people at the Exhibit Hall entrance and featured sessions
Volunteers Benefits:
- Experience one of the most exciting and largest conventions in the Hispanic community
- Volunteer in exchange for free tickets to Conference special events
- Form networks
- Meet the NCLR events team
- Receive a letter of confirmation for your participation
Volunteer Requirements:
Any adult can provide NCLR with volunteer services Thursday, July 10-Tuesday, July 15 in exchange for free tickets to Conference special events. You must be on time, be dressed appropriately, and have worked the agreed-upon hours to receive your free tickets. Below is the list of special events for this year’s Conference and the number of hours you must work to receive your free tickets. Any one person who completes a total of 25 hours will receive a full Conference registration (value $650).
| Event # | 1. | 2. | 3. | 4. | 5. | 6. | 7. | 8. |
| Event you wish to attend | Welcome Evening Event | Latinas Brunch | Evening Event | Luncheon | Evening Event | Luncheon | Awards Gala | Awards Dance |
| Date & Time | Saturday - July 12 (6:00-8:30 p.m.) | Sunday - July 13 (11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) | Sunday - July 13 (8:00 p.m.-Midnight) | Monday - July 14 (12:30-2:30 p.m.) | Monday - July 14 (8:00-11:00p.m.) | Tuesday - July 15 (12:30-2:30 p.m.) | Tuesday - July 15 (7:30-10:00 p.m.) | Tuesday - July 15 (10:30 p.m.-1:00 a.m.) |
| Hours you must work | 4 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 4 |
Please note that volunteers will be assigned to duties on a first-come, first-served basis.
How do I volunteer? Download and complete the Volunteer Application Form and submit to Susan Garcia , by Friday, July 9, 2008.
For more information contact Susan Garcia at (303) 288-6363.
Remember, space is limited.
