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Volunteer at the 2010 NCLR Annual Conference!

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 10-13, 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.

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
  • Hall Greeters
  • Conference Information
  • National Latino Family Expo   
  • Bag Stuffing(Registration, Sponsors’ Gifts

Duties of Volunteers:

  • Assisting in Attendee and Sponsor/Exhibitor Registration area
  • Assisting with talent and crowd control at the National Latino Family Expo
  • Serving as runners in various areas of the Exhibit Hall, Registration area, Speaker Ready Room, and Press Room
  • Collecting tickets at special events
  • Setting up workshops and collecting related evaluation forms
  • 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 8-Tuesday, July 13 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).

Tentative Schedule:

 

 Event # 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Event you  wish to attend Welcome Reception Brunch Evening Event Luncheon Evening Event Luncheon Awards Gala Post Gala Event
Date & Time Saturday - July 10 (6:00-8:00 p.m.) Sunday - July 11 (11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.)

Sunday - July 11  (6:00 - 10:00 pm)

Monday - July 12 (12:30-2:30 p.m.) Monday - July 12 (8:00-11:00p.m.) Tuesday - July 13 (12:30-2:30 p.m.) Tuesday - July 13 (7:30-10:00 p.m.) Tuesday - July 13 (10:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.)
Hours you must work 4 8 4 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?

Click here to download the application form. 


Remember, space is limited.



 


 

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