FAQ

Who is coordinating the forum?

Break the Silence at Vassar, a student-run initiative at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY is coordinating the forum.

Who can attend?

All activists with an interest in ending personal violation are welcome.

Does it cost anything to register?

No, registration is completely free!

When is the deadline for the registration?

The deadline to register is March 1st.

Do I have to be part of an activist organization to attend?

No! We hope that students who are interested in starting movements and organizations on their campuses, and who are interested in dealing with these issues generally, will attend.

How can I get to Vassar?

Vassar is accessible by Amtrak, MetroNorth, and by car. If you come by train, we can provide transportation to and from the train station. Parking is available on campus if you are planning to drive. You can find directions and more information about transportation on Vassar’s website.

Can I send more than one more representative from my organization?

Please send as many people as are interested in attending! The more the merrier!

What about funding for transportation?

Most colleges and universities have funds dedicated to helping students attend conferences. Find out what your institution can offer! If your institution can’t subsidize your expenses and transportation costs are a barrier to attending, please let us know and we will do our best to work something out.

Is there somewhere I can stay if I come?

You can sign up to be hosted by a Vassar student in their dorm room or house. We can offer this free of charge, but be aware it will probably mean sleeping on couches and floors. For information on other accommodations, visit Vassar’s website.

Will food be provided?

Yes, food will be provided, more details TBA. If you have dietary restrictions or allergies, please let us know on your registration form.

I’m interested in running a workshop. What do I need to do?

We’re glad to hear it! A workshop doesn’t need to be formal, we just want you to share your knowledge and experiences. Let us know what you’re interested in doing a workshop on, about how long you expect your session to be, and if there’s anything you need us to provide (technology, paper/pens, etc.). You can include this information in the registration form, or e-mail us at breakthesilenceatvassar@gmail.com

I can’t run a workshop, but I have an idea for a workshop I’d like to see at the conference.

Great! Let us know what it is. We can’t make any guarantees, but if there’s a theme attendees feel strongly about, we’ll do our best to make it happen.