If I’m paying to attend, why do I need to volunteer?
This is truly a community-created event. Everyone is asked to volunteer at least two hours during the event for several reasons:
– When we all work together we are co-creating the world we want to live in.
– You get to meet and work with interesting and creative people.
– This is what keeps the price so low.
– And It’s fun!
Is The WBW entirely run by volunteers?
For the most part, yes. The organizers all have day jobs and do not make a living off of the Weekend. Some key positions — those that the success of the Weekend are dependent on — require an extraordinary effort, and a handful of people with these skills are paid a stipend, though not nearly enough to compensate them for their work.