Question 1

Where will this virtual event take place?

Accepted Answer

We are glad to host this event in Google Meet.

Question 2

Will there be a recording available after the event?

Accepted Answer

No.

Question 3

Pay Equity: Is the speaker receiving compensation for their services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer an honorarium to our speakers. They decide for themselves whether to accept or decline the honorarium. We thank you for paying the registration fee and/or donation, if you choose to make one, as these funds support future speaker honoraria and staff compensation for organizing events.

Question 4

Are Continuing Education Units (CEUs) available for attendees?

Accepted Answer

For those who need CEUs, you will be responsible for self-reporting your credits to your respective authority having jurisdiction over your license. For your records, please request a certificate in the event feedback form.

Question 5

Do I  need transcribing experience to attend?

Accepted Answer

No, transcribing experience is not required as it is a collaborative experience. You will need to create an account on the transcription platform before or at the beginning of the workshop.

Question 6

Do you have any resources on transcription?

Accepted Answer

We recommend the resources from the National Archives like this link: https://www.archives.gov/citizen-archivist/transcribe/tips

Question 7

Why are you charging a fee to transcribe?

Accepted Answer

Thanks for asking! After hosting this event twice and experiencing 50% of those who sign up attend, and those who do not, do not cancel their registration, we are charging a nominal fee to encourage reciprocal care and consideration of our time in planning and producing events.

Question 8

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

If fewer than 10 people register for the event in advance, Black in Historic Preservation reserves the right to cancel the event. Registered attendees will receive a full refund of their ticket purchase.

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