[Pkg-kde-extras] CONFERENCE INVITATION 2012.

[ST VIATORS]

The St. Viators Charitable Trust International Multi-Sectoral conference on Women/Youth Empowerment.
Theme: HIV/AIDS PREVENTION AND WOMEN/YOUTH EMPOWERMENT-THE WAY FORWARD Venue: The American Square International Conference Center London from the 22nd October to 5th November 2012.

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Dear Invited Delegates,
You are invited to participate in this international multi-sectoral conference bringing together Leading figures, Governments and Various Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) from across the World to discuss and debate the possible ways and strategies through which the global fight against HIV/Aid Prevention can maximally be attained.

The main Objectives of the Event are given as follows:
 
Reflection on the scale and manifestation of poverty around the World;
* Practical evaluation of the impact and success of poverty eradication strategies;
* Assessing the role of the International Humanitarian Agencies in coordinating International poverty eradication efforts;
* Highlighting the role of governments, companies, NGOs and the civil society in poverty eradication;
* Considering the formation of partnerships among key stakeholders as a strategic approach to meeting International MDG targets as well as eradicating poverty.

The Conference will also provide an opportunity for participants to share insights and experiences and to network with other colleagues from voluntary sectors, health, education, religious groups, governments, local authorities and other areas. It is also an opportunity to get direct access to loans and grants from participating Humanitarian Agencies.

Speakers: 
A comprehensive list of Speakers will be posted on our website in due course. However, the opening address will be given by the Former United States President - His Excellency Mr. Jimmy Carter. Keynote Speakers include Dr. Margaret Chan: Director General of World Health Organization, Andrew Lansley : Minister of Health in England and the Scottish Minister of Health: Shona Robison and others. We also expect numerous Top Government officials, scholars and philanthropists from across the world to grace this event.

Proposed Agenda:
* Women empowerment 
*Youth empowerment 
* HIV and Aids prevention and treatment 
* Child development* Employment 
* Priority Public Health issues 
* Child Abuse * Social exclusion 
* Women and Gender equality 
* Women and Sex Education 
* Health Improvement 
* Globalization and Health 
* Peace and Security
* Women and Child Trafficking. 
* Human Rights Protection.
* Violence against Women.etc
 Side Attraction:
* Book launching 
* Artistic and cultural activities 
* Exhibitions and Grants Approvals 
* Banquets, coffee break services 
* Musical and Cultural presentations *Presentation of Grant and Charity Awards 
* Humanitarian visits to selected Orphanages and Hospitals 
* Opportunities for informal networking and alliance building
There will Interpretations in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and French languages during the period of this event.
 
Registration / Participation fee: 
Registration is free. All invited delegates are advised to contact the Secretary of the Local Organizing Committee on the contact address supplied below for more information and Registration Forms.

Who can participate:
Entrepreneurs, Businessmen, Industrialists, Economists, Politicians, Company Executives, Health Practitioners, Professionals in relevant fields, Lawyers, Psychologists, Women and Youth organizations, The Clergy, Religious groups, Social Development Groups, Government Officials, Donor Agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations, Voluntary and Social Workers.

I can't afford the cost - Can you help?
The St.Viators Charitable Trust UK and our co-sponsors (Subsea7 (UK) Ltd London) have set up an Access Fund to support the travel expenses for all qualified participants. This is will be on a first-come-first-serve policy as a result of the large number of delegates who are expected to attend this conference. More than 200 representatives from the NGO sector, development funding agencies, Religious Bodies, Government departments and research institutions are expected at this event.

Accommodation /Reservations: 
All Intending Participants are required to book for Accommodation / Reservation at the designated Hotel. A proof of your Reservation qualifies you for participation. At this point we are providing for just 200 participants so certain logistic Provisions like Flight tickets, local transportation to the Venue of the Conference, Banquet, All meals and coffee break sessions will be taken care of by our Foundation. Final Beneficiaries of these logistic entitlements will be selected on a first-come-first processed basis and as a result of this, the sooner we receive your applications, the earlier we can process them.

NB. Prospective Participants must apply in groups of 2-4 persons

Visas and Letters of invitation: 
Special arrangements have been made by our foundation through our travel consultants for professional immigration assistance to be given to participants who will require a Visa into the United Kingdom. The Conference Organizers will arrange for the Letters of Invitation to be sent to appropriate Embassies as soon as we receive a Proof / Confirmation of Hotel Reservation via email.

Presentation Proposal: 
Participants wishing to make speech presentations on topical issues during the conference are also encouraged to indicate their interests to enable us enlist them in the Programme Time table which is being drafted. You should submit a one page presentation Abstract and your Curriculum Vitae which should be less than 4 pages.

For more Information and Registration Forms, please contact the Local Organizing Committee using the contact information given below: 
 
Rev. Francis Albert (PhD) (Secretary LOC) 
+44 704 5703 618
Contact EMAIL: st.viators at yahoo.co.uk
We look forward to meeting you here in London.

Contact Person: Rev. Francis Albert (Secretary LOC)
ST. VIATORS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION (Registration No:  372953)
Hamlyn House,
MacDonald Road Archway,
London
N19 5PG
UNITED KINGDOM 
EMAIL: st.viators at yahoo.co.uk
Website: www.stviatorscharitablefoundation.co.cc