Logistics
Where and when will the trainings take place? San Francisco, CA: 11/7/08 – 11/8/08, Washington, DC: 2/1/09 – 2/2/09, Austin, TX: 3/15/09-3/16/09
(APPLICATION DEADLINE: 2/6/09)
How much does it cost to attend a training? Trainings are free of cost to admitted participants. SYRF will also subsidize travel expenses. In exchange for participating in a training, all participants must take the "SYRF Activist Pledge." Read the pledge on page 4 of the Regional Training Institute application.
How do I find out the specific location of each training within the host city? Admitted participants will be sent directions to specific training locations.
Where will I sleep during a SYRF Regional Training? SYRF has reserved hotel rooms for each participant. Most rooms will be double occupancy.
Will I have free time explore the host city? Yes, but not much. The Regional Training Institute schedule is packed with skills trainings, breakout sessions with religious experts, and networking time with high level experts.
Applications
When are applications due? San Francisco: October 3, 2008, Washington, DC: December 22, 2008, Austin, TX : February 6, 2009. Early applications are welcome!
How do I apply? Complete an online application. Don't forget to hit "submit"
I am not a student. Can I still participate? The Regional Training Institute is open to anyone ages 16-30. The trainings will focus on campus and community activism. If you are young, spiritual, and pro-choice, you are encouraged to apply!
