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June 2008

2008 PLWHIV/AIDS Forum and Canadian AIDS Society Annual General Meeting
Dates: June 12 - 15, 2008
Location: Delta Ottawa Hotel & Suites, 361 Queen Street, Ottawa, ON

Overview

PLWHIV/AIDS Forum
The PLWHIV/AIDS Committee of the Canadian AIDS Society Board believes that people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHIV/AIDS) must participate in creating the vision for their future. The PLWHIV/AIDS Forum, is an excellent opportunity to network with other people living with HIV and AIDS from across Canada, to set priorities for the community-based AIDS movement, and to participate in the general business of the Canadian AIDS Society.
The Forum is open to all PLWHIV/AIDS, including those who are not affiliated with a member agency of CAS.

Annual General Meeting
The Canadian AIDS Society's Annual General Meeting (AGM) is an excellent opportunity to network with colleagues from among the Canadian AIDS Society's member and associate organizations, to set priotities for the community-based AIDS movement, and to participate in the general business of CAS.
The AGM, like the Forum, provides an opportunity to share information, discuss new ideas, contribute to policy development and renew acquaintances.

Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network
10TH Annual General Meeting and Skills Building Forum
June 16-19, 2008
Capital Hill Hotel & Suites, 88 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON

Theme: “Facing Harm: Pathways to Health and Healing”
For more information, please visit website: www.caan.ca
Contact CAAN:
Phone: (613) 567.1817
Toll Free: 1.888.285.2226

August 2008

International AIDS Conference 2008
Date: August 3 - 8, 2008
Location: Mexico City

About the Conference
AIDS 2008 will provide many opportunities for the presentation of important new scientific research and for productive, structured dialogue on the major challenges facing the global response to AIDS. Conference organizers are developing a wide variety of session types that meet the needs of various participants and support collective efforts to expand delivery of HIV prevention and treatment to communities worldwide. Central to many of these sessions will be the transfer of knowledge and sharing of best practices.

In addition to the conference sessions there are a number of activities, including satellite meetings, exhibitions, the Global Village and the Cultural Programme, that are integral to delegates’ experience at the conference.

AIDS 2008 Vision and Objectives

Vision for AIDS 2008
A conference that promotes scientific excellence and inquiry, encourages individual and collective action and dialogue, and fosters accountability.

Conference Objectives
AIDS 2008 will Provide a forum in which key scientific and practice-based research, best practice, lessons learned and gaps in knowledge are addressed

Present strong evidence to influence leaders, including key policy makers and donors, to increase their commitment to HIV and AIDS prevention, care and treatment, undertake responsible action and be more accountable.

Increase understanding of the contribution made by the HIV global response to broader social, economic and health issues.

Maximize opportunities for the participation in conference and programme planning of those engaged in evidence-based responses – scientists, PLWHA, members of marginalized communities especially those most vulnerable to HIV, including women, girls, and young people.

Promote strategies that will reduce stigmatization and discrimination of PLWHAs and those working professionally across the response to HIV and AIDS.

Reach a wider audience through the webcasting of conference proceedings to regional sub-conferences/meetings and through the availability of conference sessions online.

Improve public awareness of the continued impact of and global response to HIV and AIDS through enhanced media coverage.

For more information, please visit conference website:

http://www.aids2008.org/

September 2008

8th World Indigenous Women’ & Wellness Conference: Building on Traditional Wisdom & Knowledge
September 29th – Oct 1st 2008
Calgary, Alberta, Canada

The conference will be hosted by the Awo Taan Healing Lodge

Historically, Awo Taan Native Women’s Shelter was the first shelter in Alberta where native women and children could seek refuge from family violence and all forms of abuse in a uniquely Aboriginal atmosphere. Appropriately named “Awo Taan”, which means “shield” in the Blackfoot language, the shelter is blanketed in a unique atmosphere where the traditional holistic and spiritual teachings of the Aboriginal people’s are practiced. This approach benefits families from all walks of life and nationalities in helping them through the healing process. Because of the all encompassing services provided by the shelter and its focus on healing and wellness, the name was appropriately changed in 2007. In 2008 Awo Taan Healing Lodge will be celebrating 15 years of successfully providing safety, services and programs to women, men and children from all cultures, who have suffered from abuse.

The conference will share success stories on issues of violence and relationships in Indigenous communities and learn from effective strategies that promote wellness in home environment and communities globally.

Location/Accommodation:
The conference will be held at the Westin Hotel Calgary located only 20 minutes from the Calgary International Airport (YYC). It is ideally located in the heart of the city. The Westin Calgary is within walking distance of all that our great city has to offer. Visit our many downtown attractions and restaurants via our heated in-door pedestrian walkway connecting all of the downtown. Alternatively we are within easy access of the local Light Rail Transit (LRT) providing access to all quadrants of the city for those wanting to do some sight seeing or walk a few blocks to our scenic Bow River, which offers a variety of waking trails in and around Prince’s Island Park. For those who wish to take in the magnificent views of the Rocky Mountains bus shuttle trips can be arranged through the hotel.

Registration

• By Telephone: Local/International 001 - (403) 531 – 1977 or (403) – 561 - 1610
• By Fax: (403) 822-4835
• By Mail: with a cheque, purchase order or credit card

Registration Fees:
Pre-registration prior to Aug 29th, 2008 is strongly recommended to ensure you receive all conference materials. The tuition fee includes conference materials, conference bag, refreshments breaks, gala supper dinner, and certificate of attendance.

Early Registration Fee:
In order to receive the below Early Registration Fee rate, payment and registration form must be received in our office by: Thursday, July 31, 2008 $225.00 + GST $15.75 = $240.75

Regular Registration Fee:
For all other registration received after July 31, 2008 the below rate will apply.
$300.00 + GST $21.00 = $321.00

Deadline to Register: Friday September 12th, 2008.

Further Information:
For further information and updates please visit our website: www.awotaan.org.ca or contact us by email: awotaan@awotaan.org or phone: (403) – 561 – 1610

If you are interested in being notified as new information is available please contact us at info@awotaan.org.ca and forward your e-mail address.