IN THIS ISSUE: Abstract Update; Second Call; Registrations Now Open; Conference Travel Partner
OVERWHELMING RESPONSE TO THE FIRST CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
The response to the first call for abstracts has been tremendous with 256 abstract submissions received from 147 speakers across 38 countries. This is a strong indication of the high level of interest in the World Conference on Drowning Prevention 2011 and the competition for both oral and poster presentations.
Of particular interest is the emergence of many researchers new to drowning as well as the increases in the depth of science connected to the more traditional elements of lifeguarding, rescue and swimming.
The Organising Committee is currently reviewing abstracts via the Thematic Review Committees. All those who have submitted abstracts will receive notification of the results from 1 November 2010. This date has been extended from 20 October due to the volume of first round interest.
SECOND CALL FOR ABSTRACTS IN HIGH PRIORITY AREAS
Organisers announce that they will make a Second Call for Abstracts in High Priority Areas.
High Priority Areas include:
- All areas of current and emerging drowning research
- All elements of drowning and disaster
- Research focused on high risk populations
- Research focused on regional issues, particularly from Africa, Pacific and the Americas
- Occupational related drowning
- Anything that presenters feel deserves consideration of the organising committee
- Abstracts will be accepted across all themes to ensure that the WCDP2011has a fantastic program.
If you, your organisation, institution or agency would like to submit an Abstract as part of this second round, please submit your abstract submission online from 1 to 30 November 2010.
To download Abstract details and/or to submit your Abstract online please visit the conference website by clicking here.
ONLINE REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN
WHY NOT TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE LOW USD AND REGISTER TODAY !
Registrations are now open for the World Conference on Drowning Prevention 2011. You can register either Online or via the Hard Copy Registration Form.
Online Registration is preferred and has been designed with four easy steps to manage registration for both individual and bulk/group registrations. Why not take advantage of the low USD and register today.
If you would like to know more about Conference Registration, please see the related links below:
Registration Rates - Includes registration rates and conditions of discounted rates for Speakers, Students and Vietnamese delegates.
Registration and Payment Options - Includes registration options (online vs hardcopy / individual vs bulk/group) in addition to the payment options available.
CONFERENCE TRAVEL PARTNER - EXOTISSIMO TRAVEL VIETNAM
Exotissimo Travel Vietnam have been appointed as the official Conference Travel Partner for the World Conference on Drowning Prevention 2011.
Exotissimo will provide delegates with a streamlined travel solution. Delegates will be able to easily book and manage their travel and touring logistics online from 1 November 2010. Exotissimo through their networks can organise all your travel needs including Accommodation, Flights, Visas, Transfers, Pre/Post Tours and Travel Insurance.
Great Accommodation Rates have been negotiated with the Conference Host Venue (Furama Resort and Convention Centre) in addition to surrounding hotels. Rates are as follows and are quoted in USD Nett per night (includes breakfast, 5% service charge and 10% VAT):
Furama Resort and Convention Centre (5 Star)
Garden View Room - USD165 SGL / USD185 DBL/TWIN
Life Resort Danang (5 Star)
Superior Garden View - USD130 SGL / USD140 DBL/TWIN
Deluxe Pool View - USD146 SGL / USD156 DBL/TWIN
Silver Shore International Resort (4 Star)
City View Deluxe - USD104 SGL / USD124 DBL/TWIN
Ocean View Deluxe - USD138 SGL / USD 158 DBL/TWIN
Green Plaza Hotel Danang (3 Star)
Superior River View - USD78 SGL / USD82 DBL/TWIN
Superior Ocean View - USD82 SGL / USD88 DBL/TWIN
Gold Coast Hotel - Danang (2 Star)
Superior- USD38 SGL / DBL/TWIN
Deluxue - USD44 SGL / DBL/TWIN
Blue Snow Hotel - Danang (2 Star)
Superior - USD45 SGL/ DBL/TWIN
Deluxe - USD55 SGL/DBL/TWIN
Golden Sea Hotel - Danang (2 Star)
Superior - USD 40 SGL / DBL/TWIN
Deluxe - USD 45 SGLL / DBL/TWIN
The online booking system will be available online from 1 November 2010 and has been designed so delegates can pick and choose from the listed travel options selecting only what they need.
To learn more about Exotissimo Travel Vietnam please click here.
IMPORTANT PLANNING DATES
Be sure to mark these important conference dates in your diary today.
1 November 2010 - First Abstract Notification by Conference Secretariat (Extended from 20 October 2010)
1 November 2010 - Second Call for Abstracts Opens
30 November 2010 - Second Call for Abstracts Closes
31 December 2010 - Early Bird Registration Closes
10 to 13 May 2011 - World Conference on Drowning Prevention 2011
CONTACT DETAILS
Conference Organisers
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia
PO Box 558, Broadway NSW 2007
Phone: +61 2 8217 3111
Fax: +61 2 8217 3199
Email: WCDP2011@rlssa.org.au
Website: www.worldconferenceondrowningprevention2011.org