It’s time. 

What you need to know before you go to the 2022 #JustEconomy Conference!

It’s finally time for NCRC’s 2022 #JustEconomy Conference! This email highlights important information for you. The Just Economy Conference will take place June 13-14 in Washington, DC, at the Washington Hilton Hotel. 

The full event schedule can be found at ncrc.org/conference.

COVID Protocols
Upon arrival, a COVID screening process must be completed first before registration. 

To avoid long lines prior to the start of programming on Monday morning, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND participants to complete the COVID screening process on Sunday, June 13 at 6:00pm-8:00pm.

To ensure the safety of all, participants must abide by ONE of the options below to verify proof of a negative COVID test. Only individuals who have verified the below requirement will be administered their name badge, which will serve as confirmed entry access.

View Care of Duty

Proof of a negative test
Option 1: Show proof of professionally administered PCR test time stamped within 72 hours of when you check in at the event. Any participant who chooses this option will receive a $100 discount on registration to the 2023 Just Economy Conference. 

OR

Option 2: ALL other participants MUST partake in a on-site COVID Antigen rapid test that will be provided upon entry in order to be granted access to any programming, on either on:

• Sunday 6/12, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• OR Monday 6/13, 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• OR Tuesday 6/14, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Safety Standards
In all breakout spaces, masks are required. Other conference spaces within the hotel, masks are strongly encouraged. More details are listed in the duty of care here. 

Mobile App
To view and personalize the conference schedule and read about the speakers on your phone, scan this QR code to download the app. 

Once downloaded, search for “2022 Just Economy Conference” and then download the event. Use the app to conduct workshop evaluations, connect with your fellow attendees, etc.

Reminders

• The Washington Hilton is walking distance from the Washington Metro’s red line at the Dupont Circle station. For more information, click here.
• Make sure to allow for PLENTY of time to complete the COVID screening process. 
• Registration opens on Sunday, June 12 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. The full registration schedule can be found here.
  • First complete the COVID screening process. Once approved, you will move on to the event check-in to receive your name badge, program booklet and other conference items.
  • The first 1,000 participants who are screened and checked at registration on Sunday, will receive free NCRC merchandise! 
• All meals listed in the program are included in the cost of registration. Please bring your conference badge to every meal, as it is required for entry.
• If you listed a dietary preference when you registered, that information will be on a card in the back of your name badge. Hold on to this and show it to your server at meals and those requests will be accommodated!
• There are a variety of restaurants and coffee shops inside the Washington Hilton and within walking distance of the hotel.  
• Questions? Contact us through the conference chat here or locate an NCRC staff member (wearing a white ribbon) to help you at the conference. 

Don’t miss out on the following events and see the ShopHer store too!

Monday
12:45 PM – 2:00 PM Lunch and Speaker
3:30 PM – 4:45 PM General Session
4:45 PM – 5:45 PM Annual Member Meeting. *NCRC members only
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Gala. *Semi-formal attire

Tuesday
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM Opening Session
12:30 PM – 1:45 PM Lunch
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM General Session
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Closing Reception

Visit the DCWBC ShopHer store located at Union Station. ShopHer is a pop-up incubator for women-owned small businesses in the DC metro region. 

Just Economy Pavilion
Make sure you visit the Just Economy Pavilion. Learn more about what’s new at NCRC and how we can support your work whether through membership, research, policy, and so much more. Stop by and have a chat with us!

Social Media
Follow and join the conversation on social media by using the hashtag #JustEconomy. Follow NCRC on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn for breaking news and conference updates.

NCRC Membership
Interested in joining NCRC? Become a member now! As an NCRC member, you will gain access to exceptional research, skilled organizers and a nationwide coalition. Be sure to visit the membership booth and meet membership staff who can answer your questions about membership.  If you join NCRC by July 2, 2022, you will receive a $50 discount off the early bird registration rate for the 2023 NCRC Just Economy Conference.

Mobile Sessions
Explore D.C. and learn about this city through the following daytime activities. Take a walking tour with Justice Walks and explore the rich history of the U St. neighborhood. Or take a different walking tour and view the H Street NE neighborhood through the lens of gentrification. You can also take a bike tour with D.C. Community ride and see the impact of affordable housing in the city.