Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
5WCWS will be held at the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) which is located on the waterfront of Darling Harbour. See information on ICC Sydney accessibility here: https://iccsydney.com.au/visitors/getting-here/
5WCWS will provide letters of invitation upon request once we open registration.
If you are an international visitor for 5WCWS, a visa may be required to enter Australia.
Please refer to the Australian Home Affairs website regarding any entry requirements and possible updates: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder
Registration will open 12 September 2024.
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5WCWS has various Sponsorship and Exhibition opportunities available. We do need your support so please reach out to our team if you want a copy of the Prospectus and to discuss your involvement – https://worldshelterconference.org/contact/
5WCWS will offer some scholarships which will assist those delegates from around the globe who may need assistance with registration. Scholarship applications will open 1 August 2024.
Calls for abstracts will be opening on 1 August 2024.
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Yes, at this stage we are planning to have interpreters for up to four languages. Final languages will depend on delegate numbers indicating their requirements, but are anticipated to include French and Spanish plus two others.
Arrangements can also be made for larger delegations in other languages by contacting the conference organisers.
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