FAQ

What is the typical format of this event? 

The format is very open and flexible. We only ask that the event includes a lecture providing information and images to describe different aspects of your culture. The event should ideally take 1.5-2.5h including a get-together session at the end. You can find examples of event design HERE. 

1. Which topics should I cover in the lecture part? 

You can find a proposed list of topics below. Please, keep in mind that these are just examples, and you are welcome to use this list as you please. 

• Traditional clothing 
• Food: traditional dishes 
• Vegetation 
• Landscape 
• Festivals/Holidays 
• History 
• … 

2. I am the only person I know of representing my culture at OIST. I would love to present it, but I am afraid that doing it alone might be a bit much. What should I do? 

The organizational team is there to support you with anything that you might need help with! We provide support, both before and during the event, alongside other volunteers that are present. Just fill in the form, and we will contact you and figure it out together! Moreover, there might be other people representing your culture that you might not be aware of just yet and we will help you to connect with them in case they would like to support the event.  

3. Can I sing/dance/play instruments during the event? 

Of course! You are more than welcome to express your culture in any way, shape, and form that you deem proper! 

4. Will materials from the event be published? 

We are planning to include a small news piece on the ORC website with 2 pictures from the event after acquiring agreement from the people present in the picture. 

5. What will the organizational process be like? 

After you submit the form, we will contact you to set up a meeting in person to discuss how to best present your culture. We will help with booking an appropriate room and providing any needed equipment and utilities. We will also discuss the content of the presentation.