PARTICIPATION
Every member group of UFPJ is encouraged to send at least one delegate to the Assembly. A group is considered a member of UFPJ if it has joined the coalition no later than June 15, 2007 (deadline extended). The Assembly is also open to others, and we encourage our member groups to invite non-member groups whose participation would be valuable to your local organizing efforts. Everyone will be able to participate in all aspects of the Assembly, but only delegates from member groups will be able to participate in decision-making. Each member group of UFPJ can send decision-making delegates according to the following guidelines:
- 2 per independent local organization or coalition
- 2 per national organization
- 1 per local chapter/affiliate of a national group
The people who are likely to contribute to and get the most out of the Assembly are those who are most active in your group or organization; have a good sense of the group’s overall vision, strategy and activities; and are avid networkers. DATES AND TIMES
While the agenda is being developed, we are currently planning to begin on Friday, June 22, at noon and end on Sunday, June 24, at 3pm. LOCATION
Wyndham O’Hare Hotel
6810 N. Mannheim Rd.
Rosemont, Illinois 60018
Tel: 847-297-1234
Fax: 847-297-5287 The hotel is a five-minute trip from the airport, and the hotel provides a 24-hour free shuttle service from O’Hare. There are 25 restaurants and shops within walking distance of the hotel. Amenities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, gym, three restaurants and two lounges inside, and an outdoor garden. You may obtain free Internet access in your guest room if you sign up for a free Wyndham by Request account prior to check in. Otherwise, Internet access costs $9.99 for each 24 hours. HOTEL RESERVATIONS
You need to make your hotel reservations directly by calling 847-297-1234; the conference rate is guaranteed until June 14 (deadline extended -- after June 14, the rate will increase to $109/night). When you call to make a reservation, tell them you want a room for the "United for Peace and Justice conference." Do not make a reservation online or you risk not receiving our conference rate. Room -- $99* per night plus 18% tax ($109 per night, plus tax, after June 14)
Each room contains two double beds. The price is the same no matter how many people stay in the room. *You may reduce your cost by sharing the room with one to three other participants. If you know with whom you wish to room, provide the hotel with their names. If you would
like UFPJ to match you with a roommate, please indicate that and provide your
dates of stay, gender, and smoking preference on the registration form. REGISTRATION FEE
$155 registration fee includes meals (see below), materials and participation in all Assembly activities. Pay only $130 if you register by May 25. Meals included (if desired, please select vegetarian option when you register):
Friday dinner
Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner
Sunday breakfast and lunch HOW TO REGISTER AND REGISTRATION DEADLINE
The last date that registration is guaranteed is June 15, one week before the Assembly. After that, registrations may or may not be accepted. Registering early is much appreciated, as it enables the staff and volunteers to plan the Assembly effectively. The early bird deadline ($25 off the registration fee) is May 25. REGISTRATION CANCELLATION
If you are unable to participate in the conference after registering, we will refund your registration fee less $50. We will refund your registration fee in full if your cancellation is due to our inability to provide child care or Spanish interpretation. DISABILITIES
The hotel has a limited number of guest rooms that are accessible to persons with disabilities. Please let the hotel know when you register if you need one. PARKING
Parking is available for registered guests at a garage directly connected to the hotel for $10 per day. Those who are not hotel guests will be charged $15 per day. CHILD CARE
If possible, we would like to provide child care. Please indicate if you need it on the registration form. We will contact you for further information no later than May 25. If we are unable to provide child care, and that means you will not be able to participate, we will refund your registration fee in full. You must inform us no later than May 25 if you need child care. SPANISH INTERPRETATION
If possible, we would like to provide live Spanish interpretation. Please indicate if you need it on the registration form. We will contact you with further information no later than May 25, and if our inability to provide translation means that you will not be able to participate, we will refund your registration fee in full. TABLING
Tables to distribute literature or sell merchandise are available for rent:
$30 for table to distribute free literature
$50 for table to sell merchandise You may also rent half a table for half the fee. We will match you with another organization. To sign up for a table, indicate your interest when you register or contact katherine@unitedforpeace.org. TRANSPORTATION
From O’Hare Airport: Go to the Bus Shuttle Center, Door #1. Take the Wyndham shuttle to (or from) the hotel at no charge. From Midway Airport:
1. Elevated train (“El”) -- $2 regular/$.85 seniors/disabled. Take the orange line to Clark/Lake then the blue line to O’Hare. Then take the shuttle per above. Approximately one hour and 20 minutes. 2. Omega shuttle bus -- $16, http://www.omegashuttle.com. Leaves every hour on the hour from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m, arrives 50-60 minutes later. Go out door 3 and get the bus in the middle lane. 3. Taxi -- approximately $48 for up to two people, $58 for four people. Approximately 50-60 minutes. For answers to frequently asked questions about the National Assembly, please click here.
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