Looking to reserve a PSC Remote Booth?

PSC Remote Booth Policies & Requirements:

A PSC Remote Booth can be booked for events where sensitive topics may be discussed. In case anyone attending the event is feeling uncomfortable or like they need to chat with somebody, they can attend the booth to speak to a trained supervisor or volunteer.

PSC can be requested via the AMS event request form: https://www.myams.org/services/event-planning/

Requirements:

• A separate booked room for the duration of the event that has some degree of separation from the main event (it must be removed enough from the main event that all client interactions can be private and confidential). A completely enclosed room and a closable door is preferred.

• All details about the event itself must be communicated through the AMS Event form OR to the PSC Outreach Manager (psc_outreach@ams.queensu.ca) with the Head Manager copied on the email thread (peersupport@ams.queensu.ca). Requests must include time, date, location, and a very detailed description of the event (what the event consists of and what content could be considered “triggering”, such as discussions of sexual violence or social inequities). Knowing the content of the event beforehand is crucial so we can prepare our volunteers to be able to provide the appropriate level of support.

• All details must be communicated at least two weeks in advance of the event. If the request is sent with less than two weeks’ notice, the PSC cannot guarantee that we will have the necessary number of volunteers and supervisors to staff the booth.

• Every PSC Remote Booth requires at least one PSC supervisor and one volunteer. If timing and scheduling for the event does not work with the schedules of our volunteer and staff team, we will unfortunately not be able to provide a booth (you will be informed about scheduling at least five days in advance of your event).

• If you think your event will need more support and therefore require more than 2 PSC representatives, please include this information in your initial request. If you would like to request volunteers from Queers4Peers or BIPOC Talk, please also specify this in your initial request.

• In the event of an emergency during a support session with an event attendee, the PSC reserves the right to enact its emergency procedures to their fullest extent (this may include contacting services such as Campus Security). If the event is set up in such a way that Campus Security will be unable to access it, we will unfortunately not be able to provide a booth.