FL Immigrant Coalition Annual Congress 2018 / Asemblea de Inmigrantes de la Florida 2018

During FLIC CONGRESS, over 200 members and allies of the grassroots get together for a weekend to share knowledge, learn and strategize on how to advance the rights of IMMIGRANTS IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA. In these stormy times, we know we can count on our unity to give us the strength to weather the storm!  WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? Anyone can attend. Just bring your passion for immigrant rights and commitment to work for the fair treatment of ALL Floridians, including immigrants. Are you part of a FLIC member organization? Contact your regional organizer for information about how to get your membership promotional code for discounted tickets to congress! Miami-Dade County: Nery: NLopez@floridaimmigrant.org Broward and all College Students: Paula: Paula@floridaimmigrant.org Greater Orlando: Stephanie: SWall@floridaimmigrant.org Tampa Bay: Pamela: Pamela@floridaimmigrant.org Other areas of the state not listed, contact info@floridaimmigrant.org WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BEING A FLIC MEMBER? If you belong to an organization that is a member of the Florida Immigrant Coalition, your organization has the right to VOTE on FLIC’s Strategic Plan for next year. If you are an individual member, you have the right to participate in the General Assembly and the caucus discussions. HOW CAN I BECOME A FLIC MEMBER?  New Organizational Members must be approved by our Board of Directors before November 1st. You have the option to become an Individual Member for $120 per year. Visit our website  [http://floridaimmigrant.org/get-involved/become-a-member/]for more information FAQS What does registration include? Lodging for 1 night and meals cannot be garantee unless payment is received before Nov 1 -Registartion is required for lodging, qualified transportation, Food and worshop sessions. The fee is non-negotiable.  ARE THERE ID OR MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENTS TO ENTER THE EVENT? There is no age restriction. Reduced rate is available for children 3 to 8 years old. Regular registration ticket is required for all children ages 9 years old and above  WHAT ARE MY TRANSPORTATION/PARKING OPTIONS FOR GETTING TO AND FROM THE EVENT? We will have 2 buses that accommodate 50 passengers each coming from South Florida. BUS #1 will depart from HOMESTEAD at 5:00 am (BE READY AT 4:30AM for departure) on November 17.  Bus#1 will also make a short stop at the _TURNPIKE WEST PALM BEACH SERVICE PLAZA AT MILE MARKER 94_. Please be ready for pick up starting at 6:30am. BUS #2 will depart from MIAMI at 6:00 am (BE READY AT 5:30AM for departure) on November 17. Bus#2 will make a short stop at the _TURNPIKE POMPANO SERVICE PLAZA AT MILE MARKER 66_. Please be ready for pick up starting at 6:30am Space is limited and first come first serve basis. You have to pay your registration to reserve a seat on the bus. WHAT CAN I BRING INTO THE EVENT? You can bring personal items and flyers to promote your organization.  NO Alcohol or prohibited substances allowed and no smoking is allowed in the camp. It is a Methodist Christian Camp and you will be asked to leave the property if these rules are violated. HOW CAN I CONTACT THE ORGANIZER WITH ANY QUESTIONS? You can contact Cynthia Hernandez at congress@floridaimmigrant.org WHAT'S THE REFUND POLICY? No refunds. IS MY REGISTRATION FEE OR TICKET TRANSFERRABLE? Registration is not transferrable.