Once I register, how do I enter the conference?
Can I listen to the Zoom sessions on my phone?
Will the sessions have ASL interpreters?
Can I watch the Summit on YouTube?
Why can’t I share my video, unmute my microphone, or chat?
How can I give the Pittsburgh Racial Justice Summit feedback on sessions?
Can I volunteer to help with the Summit?
How can I learn more about the Jonny Gammage Scholarship and what are the application criteria?
How can I attend the Summit?
Please register at EventBrite before January 22nd, 2021 in order to attend the Summit. Due to the pandemic, the conference is virtual in 2021, with the sessions shared on Zoom.
Once I register, how do I enter the conference?
Zoom links have already been emailed to everyone who registered by Friday 1/22 at 2pm. If you don’t see that email in your inbox, please check your Spam folder, and search for noreply@event.eventbrite.com.
If someone else registered you, then they were prompted to enter your email address for your ticket. If they didn’t, please contact them to get the session information.
Please refrain from sharing the Zoom session information with others on social media or other public platforms to reduce the risks of “Zoom bombing” and online harassment. If someone is interested in the Summit, please direct them to the EventBrite page to register.
Can I listen to the Zoom sessions on my phone?
Yes. The email sent out with Zoom links will also contain the dial-in information you need to join a session (audio only) from your phone.
Will the sessions have ASL interpreters?
Some of the sessions will have interpreters. If you need an interpreter at other sessions, please provide that information when you register (there’s a question included in the Eventbrite registration form). Then, we’ll contact you to find out which sessions you’re attending.
Currently, the sessions that will have ASL interpreters are the Friday evening opening, and the two main panels on Saturday. Based on attendee requests, we may provide ASL interpreters to additional sessions
Can I watch the Summit on YouTube?
PRJS has a YouTube channel, and you can find our December 2020 Town Hall video there. Some of the January 2021 Summit sessions will be livestreamed to YouTube, but most will be added later, after the Summit ends.
How do I use Zoom?
Please check out the FAQ page published by Zoom to familiarize yourself with the different functions and capabilities of this video conferencing app.
You can use Zoom to watch events for free. You do not need to create a Zoom account in order to watch events. You can use Zoom on a computer, tablet, or smartphone. You can also listen to just the audio of a Zoom event on a phone.
TIP: Although it is possible to watch a Zoom event in a browser, it’s better to download the free Zoom app and install it. The app is available on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android.
Why can’t I hear the audio?
Please check the volume setting on your device, in case it is turned down too low. If you are using headphones that have a mute button, please turn that off.
The Zoom application lets you choose your audio settings: the speaker built into your device, or headphones. In the Zoom app, go to Preferences > Speaker, and see where it is sending the audio. There’s a “Test Speaker” button there, too. For more information, see the Zoom Help.
Why can’t I share my video, unmute my microphone, or chat?
Some of the Summit sessions will be for a small group of attendees, and will include audience participation. However, for the sessions with large audiences, the focus will be on the presenter and the session will be conducted without attendee participation. In those cases, there may be a Question and Answer (Q&A) pane in Zoom where you can type in questions. A moderator will review the questions submitted, and share questions with the speaker to answer if there is a live Q&A period.
How can I give the Pittsburgh Racial Justice Summit feedback on sessions?
We welcome your feedback! At the end of each panel, a link to an online survey will be displayed in the Zoom chat. Please click on that link and fill out the survey with your feedback on that session. At the end of the Summit, we’ll also email you a link to a survey about the overall Summit. Please help us make each year’s Summit better than the last!
Can I volunteer with The Summit?
Yes! We are always looking for more help. As the 2021 summit will be held virtually many of the traditional volunteer roles are different. If you are interested in volunteering please fill out this form.
How can I learn more about the Jonny Gammage Scholarship and what are the application criteria?
You can find the current essay question and submit your application here.