Step 1: Invitation & Confirmation

• You will receive an invitation email explaining the project and what participation involves.

• If you are interested, reply to the email to confirm your participation.
  
  

Step 2: Scheduling the Interview

• Once you confirm, we will schedule a one-on-one interview and note the date and time on your consent form.
  
  

Step 3: Consent & Materials Guidelines

• Before the interview, you will receive a consent form to review and sign.

• Along with the consent form, you will receive the Materials Submission Guidelines, which explain what types of digitized materials you may choose to share.

• You may begin preparing your materials in advance of the interview.
  
  

Step 4: Submitting Materials

• You are encouraged, but not required, to send digitized copies of your materials in advance via email.

• Materials may include photographs, certificates, awards, clippings, or other digital artifacts reflecting your life experiences.
  
  

Step 5: The Interview

• Interviews typically last 1–1.5 hours and focus on your work, education, creative pursuits, civic engagement, and contributions to your family and community.

• Your interview will be recorded and transcribed for accuracy.
  
  

Step 6: Post-Interview & Thank You

• After the interview, you will receive a thank-you email summarizing the materials received and confirming how they will be used.

• Digitized materials, recordings, and transcripts will be securely stored for project use and archival purposes.

• Any anonymity or usage limitations you specified will be strictly followed.

• As a gesture of thanks, the project team may provide a small honorarium, stipend, or a complimentary copy of the book.

Questions?  Need Assistance?

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