What makes this conference so unique?
We are
bringing together the nation's most successful shelter directors, advocates for
shelter reform and animal lawyers to teach you how to create a No Kill
community and use the law to help save the lives of animals. There is no other
conference like this anywhere in the United States.
Learn
from animal control/shelter directors who are now saving over 90% of all
animals using the building blocks to No Kill success--programs and services that
have had results in both urban and rural communities--to increase adoptions,
reduce length of stay, increase redemption rates, rehabilitate animals, and
much, much more. Learn from animal law experts who have challenged our legal system to help
animals: Whether it's drafting model laws, fighting breed specific legislation,
filing impact legislation, or protecting condemned dogs, learn how to use the
legal system to save the lives of animals. Learn from activists fighting entrenched and regressive shelters in their own
community as they show you how to launch successful campaigns for reform.
This is a must attend conference
for animal lovers, activists, rescuers, shelter directors, shelter staff,
humane society board members, lawyers, paralegals and anyone who wants to be a
force for change.
All
speakers must have three qualities: 1. be inspiring; 2. have a documented track
record of success; and 3. offer practical advice which will allow attendees to
achieve success in their own communities. You won't just spend two days
surrounded by people who share your love of animals and you won't just leave
the conference feeling good, you will leave with the tools you need for No Kill
success.
Who is sponsoring this conference?
The conference
is a joint project of the national No Kill Advocacy Center and the Animal Law
Project at George
Washington University
Law School.
It is also sponsored by a wide variety of groups including Maddie's Fund, Friends of Animals, and others. For a complete list of sponsors, click on
the menu link "About" in the black band above.
Where can I find out more about
the conference?
Our
website has all of the information you need. For more information about Washington D.C. including
the conference location, weather, hotels, airports, restaurants, planning for
your trip and more, click on "Washington
D.C." in the black band above.
Where can I find out more about
the workshops and speakers?
For a
list and description of workshops, click on the menu link "Workshops/Seminars"
in the black band above. For a
list and background of the speakers, click on the menu link "Speakers" in the
black band above.
What is provided with the
registration fee?
Registration
includes attendance at any of the workshops/seminars in both the shelter/rescue
track and the legal track. It includes breakfast, lunch and coffee service both
days. It also includes free books, a CD with notes, a tote bag and more.
What airport should I fly into?
Washington D.C. is serviced by three major
airports. To find out more, including the best choice for your departure city,
click on "Washington D.C." in the black band above.
I am a vegetarian/vegan. Will
there be something for me to eat?
Absolutely.
We are providing a continental breakfast and lunch and coffee service (with soy
milk) both days of the conference. All meals will be suitable for
vegetarians/vegans. Attendees will be on their own for dinner. There are a
number of vegetarian/vegan restaurants in Washington
D.C. including the areas
immediately surrounding the conference location. For a list, go to vegdc.com.
Can I pay by check?
No, all
registrations are electronic. All attendees must register electronically
through the website at nokillconference.org. You do not need to register
with PayPal in order to do so. You are free to use a MasterCard, Visa, American
Express or other credit card. You can even use an e-check.
I am an attorney/paralegal. Will
CLE credit be provided?
Yes. CLE
credit will be offered for attorneys and paralegals attending the Legal track, except for Virginia.
Is there parking?
Yes, but
we recommend walking from your hotel. Street parking is difficult around the
University, but there are a number of parking garages. However, the location is
walking distance from all the hotels we have listed on the website, so parking
should not be an issue if you are staying locally.
Will we have one-on-one time with
the presenters?
Yes. On
Saturday evening, we have scheduled a two hour period where presenters will be
available to attendees during a No Host bar reception and networking period.
Will there by booths by exhibitors?
All
sponsoring organizations will have a table with experts ready to answer any
questions you have or give you more information about their organizations and
programs. There will also be a nationally syndicated live broadcast at the
conference on Sunday from Animal Wise radio. You might get an opportunity to
share your story and message of hope on national radio!
Do you have handouts so I can convince my group to send me?
Yes. You can download a PDF of the workshops, speakers, and of the conference by clicking on the ZIP icon below.
Do you offer sponsorships or discounts? Single day tickets? Refunds?
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorships, fee waivers, discounts, single day tickets, or refunds. Registration is not transferable to another person. We do offer a very low registration fee, a discounted hotel rate, breakfast, lunch and coffee service both days, free books and materials, and more.
Is there a hotel with discounted
rates?
Yes, the Hotel Quincy is
offering conference attendees a discount if they identify themselves as
attending the No Kill Conference at George Washington University Law
School when they register. The discounted rate is $129 per night. The
hotel is very contemporary, located near restaurants, shops and other
attractions, and is within walking distance to the conference. The promotion
expires when available conference rooms are booked.
Quincy Hotel
1823 L
Street
Washington, DC 20035
(202) 223-4320
www.thequincy.com
Are there other hotels within walking distance?
Yes,
all the hotels are within walking distance and rates vary. Most
national conferences charge between $275 and $350 for entry. We
intentionally set it at $100 in the event some attendees are not able
to get a discounted room at the Hotel Quincy. However, rates can vary
widely and some are further from the conference location than others.
Simply call to find out which ones have the rates
and amenities you desire. You can also use Google maps or Mapquest to
see how
many blocks is acceptable to you.
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