With CONvergence just two weeks away, this is a friendly reminder that all CONvergence 2022 attendees will be required to show proof they are fully vaccinated and up to date with COVID-19 vaccination prior to entry. We will be defining “fully vaccinated” and “up to date” following the chart provided by the CDC at the time of CONvergence 2022.
There is still time for you to schedule your booster if you are not currently up to date with your COVID-19 vaccinations! If you need a booster, call your local clinic or pharmacy to schedule an appointment. You can also head to Vaccines.gov to find COVID-19 vaccination sites near you. If you are in Minnesota, you can find vaccine locations at clinics, hospitals, and pharmacies near you on the Minnesota COVID-19 Response website.
Here is an infographic showing the definition of “fully vaccinated” as it will be during CONvergence 2022, broken down by age and vaccine type starting with your first vaccine dose. Please note that this infographic does not account for specific medical circumstances, and the chart provided by the CDC should be deferred to if you have questions about your specific circumstances.
In addition to proof of up to date vaccination, CONvergence 2022 COVID-19 policies also include the following:
- Attendees over 3 years of age will be required to wear a mask covering their nose and mouth in all public areas unless they are actively eating or drinking. If you have questions about what sorts of masks are acceptable, we direct you to the CDC guidelines for face covering.
- There is no cap on membership for CONvergence 2022.
Reasonable accommodation is available due to verifiable health or accessibility needs. These requests will be handled on a case-by-case basis. If medical circumstances have interfered with your booster schedule, please contact the CONvergence board of directors prior to arriving at CONvergence 2022. If you have any questions about COVID-19 policies at CONvergence 2022, please contact the CONvergence board of directors.
It is our hope that these policies will help our community members and volunteers feel confident that they can attend CONvergence safely. Please keep in mind that the COVID-19 virus affects everyone differently, and some CONvergence members are more at-risk than others of severe complications. We encourage everyone to be respectful and practice physical distancing during the convention in order to help keep CONvergence a safer and inclusive event for all.
Volunteer for CONvergence 2022
Ever thought about getting more involved with CONvergence? It’s a great way to network, meet people, and help make this awesome thing happen! You can even list your CONvergence volunteer experience on your resume.
Volunteer as Department Staff
There are always volunteer positions available, but at the moment help is especially needed in leadership and specialist roles for Teen Room, Volunteers, Logistics (the folks who move everything in and out of the hotel), Exhibits (the folks who run “The Holodeck” in the Gym, Fan tables, and more), and Connie’s Quantum Sandbox. To learn more about those positions, head to the volunteer positions page, and if they sound like a great way for you to get involved, please send an email today!
There is still time to jump on and help these very under-staffed departments, even this close to the convention. CONvergence needs convention committee members in order to happen, and for most of the year these roles can be done remotely! If you can attend Zoom meetings and answer emails, you can be CONvergence department staff.
At-Con Volunteer Shift Sign Up
Volunteer shift sign-up for the 2022 convention is also live! In particular, volunteers are needed for badge pick-up shifts on Wednesday afternoon and evening, and Thursday. More volunteers working for registration during badge pick-up helps keep the lines flowing smoothly.
Shifts for all sorts of volunteer positions are available for the entire convention. Shifts may get added to SignUp Genius as the convention gets closer, so in addition to grabbing your preferred volunteer shifts early, it’s a great idea to check back during the week of CONvergence 2022 as well!
Need ASL Interpretation?
If you would like American Sign Language interpretation services during CONvergence 2022, please contact the Accessibility & Inclusion department with your request by August 11, 2022.
We cannot guarantee an available interpreter without an advance request. Please also help spread the word about this, as it is a change from some previous years! For more information about accessibility at CONvergence, please visit the Accessibility and Inclusion page.
Sensory Break Room Returns
The Sensory Break Room will be back for CONvergence 2022! CONvergence has partnered with the Autism Society of Minnesota to facilitate the space and provide fidgets. Head over to the Sensory Break Room page for more information and hours of operation.
At-The-Door Registration
If you plan to register at-the-door for CONvergence 2022, please register online for CONvergence at home before you leave for the convention. This will allow volunteers to more quickly get you your badge when you arrive, and keep the line moving significantly faster for everyone!
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