Frequently Asked Questions

Registration

Q. Can I download the registration form and fax it to you with my credit card number?

A. Yes, you can download the registration form and mail of fax it to Applied Research Center, Attn: Gina Acebo, Network and Events Coordinator, 900 Alice Street, Suite 400, Oakland, CA, 94607. Fax: (510) 986-1062.

Q. Can I register and pay on site?

A. Yes, we will accept on-site registration by check or credit card. Please note that space is limited, and therefore cannot be guaranteed. We encourage pre-registration.

Q. Is there a daily rate to attend the conference?

A. The discounted daily rate is $200/day.

Q. Can I get a refund?

A. We do not offer refunds after October 31, 2008. Partial fee's will be added as the date approaches.Our conference rate was kept as low as possible to encourage community participation. Below is a list of refund deadlines.

Refund                        If Cancelled By
$ 230.00                      08/10/2008
$ 200.00                      9/30/2008
$ 150.00                      10/17/2008
$ 0.00                          10/31/2008

Q. Is it possible to register for other persons?

A. Yes, you will need to include the following: first & last name, email address, organization/company, and name to appear on the nametag. If you do not have this information, please register through Gina Acebo at (510) 653-3415, x4919

Scholarships

Q: Are there scholarships available to help me attend Facing Race 2008?

A. We are only able to offer partial scholarships for reduced registration rates. Due to limited resources and in the interest of providing financial assistance to as many people as possible, we cannot cover:
• Incidentals
• Food costs for meals not provided at the conference
• Ground transportation (taxi, bus, subway, etc.)
• Airfare
For questions or to submit a scholarship application, please contact Donna Hernandez dhernadnez@arc.org or 212-513-7925, x8841.

Accommodations

Q. Is there a discounted group rate offered at the Oakland Marriott?

A. Yes, please make reservations directly with Marriott Reservations at 1-800-991-7249 between 6:00AM-11:00PM Pacific Standard Time. Please request the Applied Research Center in order to receive the Group Rate. The deadline for making reservations under the discounted rate is February October 26, 2008.
To expedite check-in, your reservations must include the following information:

1. Arrival and departure dates;
2. Estimated time of arrival;
3. Room preference (single or double/double);
4. Credit card information, including expiration date, for reservation guarantee

Check-in time: 3:00PM            Check-out time: 12 noon