Disabled Peoples' International 8th World Assembly South Africa
10-13 October 2011
Attend DPI World Assembly and visit South Africa. Share the experiences of People with Disability from around the World and living in Africa. Visit Game Parks. An opportunity not to be missed.
http://www.dpi2011.co.za/en/home
Welcome from the DPSA Chair
As the National Chairperson of the Disabled People South Africa [DPSA] and DPSA being given the opportunity to host the DPI Conference 2011, I would like to welcome you to the Disabled Peoples' International 8th World Assembly, due to be held at the Nkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre, Durban from the 10th -13th October 2011.
We look forward to the exciting few days in the Kingdom of the Zulus, that is KZN, the Province with the double barrel surname.
The DPI Conference Theme for 2011 is: "Disability Movement United in creating a society for all through the UN Disability Convention and the Millennium Development Goals"
This year's Assembly will draw attendance from leading professionals from all over the world. Speakers will address practical topics including, but not limited to, Independent living and Millennium Development Goals.
This Assembly is an excellent opportunity for you to meet with first time participants, share views and create an opportunity for networking and the building of trust relationships internationally. We would like to extend a warmest welcome to all people with disabilities and our colleagues who share our interest in making this year's World Assembly possible.
I strongly believe and trust that you will all enjoy this Assembly. For all over visitors, if this is not your first time visiting South Africa, then welcome back and I hope you will establish new contacts and continue to expand your network.
Please help first-time attendees to meet others and generally make people feel at home here. Regardless of whether this is your first time with us or not, we will endeavor to have you return in the future. It is indeed at home, South Africa have proven to the International world that we can host international events through the 2010 football world cup.
The LOC and IOC have been hard at work putting together an exciting and focused programme, bringing together experts from around the world. We hope you will have an interesting, challenging and educational few days in our beloved country. Also our government is behind us, supporting us in hosting a successful event.
I am looking forward to meeting you at what promises to be a most stimulating and enjoyable event!
"Disabled we stand and divided we fall" and really 'Nothing about us, without us'
MUZI NKOSI (National Chair of DPSA)
Welcome from Wilfredo Guzman Jara
On May 3, 2008, persons with disabilities around the world celebrated the entry into force of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). This was the culmination of nearly three decades of advocacy by DPI and our allies.
Now in the wake of this victory, DPI prepares for our 8th World Assembly, bringing together people with disabilities from around the world to celebrate our achievements, and highlight and strengthen our goals. The chosen theme for this magnificent global event is "Disability Movement United in creating a society for all through the UN Disability Convention and the Millennium Development Goals".
DPI weaves throughout its framework the relationship between the CRPD and the MDGs, the continued contribution of people with disabilities and their recognition towards the ultimate achievement of the Goals.
Disabled Peoples' International (DPI) is proud of its rich history of almost 30 years, established in 1981 and granted ECOSOC observer status soon thereafter. Our victory began a long road to equality and adopting our motto, "Nothing about us without us". Today, DPI is a global cross-disability network of 134 National Assemblies (member countries) of persons with disabilities.
The 8th World Assembly will be held October 10-13, 2011, with our brothers and sisters in South Africa.
Finally, in the excitement of our preparation we continue our mission to remain a dynamic, grassroots, human rights organization, and we welcome you to join us in our Celebration and our Victories.
In solidarity
Wilfredo Guzman Jara
Registration
a.. Procedure
b.. Terms and Conditions
c.. Social Functions
d.. Country Categories
Group A and B country categories.* (conversion to $USD at 17-12-2010)
Developed Nations
Rand (including VAT)
REG Period/Deadline
Early Bird
R 3,850.00 (US$563)
1st November 2010- 31st January 2011
Standard
R 4,200.00 (US$614)
01st February 2011- 30 June 2011
Late
R 4,550.00 (US$665)
01st July 2011-01st October 2011
Onsite
R 4,900.00 (US$716)
From 10th October 2011
* Assembly registration fees according to the World Bank
Group C, D and E country categories.* (conversion to $USD at 17-12-2010)
Developing Nations Rand (including VAT)
REG Period/Deadline
Early Bird
R 3,500.00 (US$512)
1st November- 31st January 2011
Standard
R 3,850.00 (US$563)
01st February 2011- 30 June 2011
Late
R 4,200.00 (US$614)
01st July 2011-01st October 2011
Onsite
R 4,550.00 (US$665)
From 10th October 2011
* Assembly registration fees according to the World Bank
http://themoneyconverter.com/USD/ZAR.aspx
Delegate registration includes:
. Access to all sessions (both plenary and parallel)
. Access to The Exhibition Hall
. Access to Welcome Cocktail Reception
. Mid morning Tea and Coffee
. Lunch
. Afternoon Tea and Coffee
. Gala Dinner Ticket
. Transport shuttles to and from the ICC/Official Hotels
. Delegate Bag
. Delegate name badge and lanyard
. Assembly Programme
Accompanying person's /Personal Assistant registration includes:
. Access to all sessions (both plenary and parallel)
. Access to The Exhibition Hall
. Access to Welcome Cocktail Reception
. Mid morning Tea and Coffee
. Lunch
. Afternoon Tea and Coffee
. Gala Dinner Ticket
. Transport shuttles to and from the ICC/Official Hotels
. Delegate Bag
. Delegate name badge and lanyard
. Assembly Programme
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