Call for Abstracts - Global Health Council Annual Conference
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Healthy Women: Health World Challenges for the Future
May 29 to June 1, 2001
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Washington D.C., USA
The Global Health Council invites health care service providers, com-
munity organizers, program managers and policy makers, health re-
searchers and public health advocates from around the world to submit
abstracts for presentation at our 28th annual conference. This year's
conference theme focuses on women, and the interplay of women's
health with the health of families and communities. Help to make this
conference an important step forward for global health.
BACKGROUND
Over the past three decades, the quality of life for many women in
developing countries has improved, with better access to primary and
reproductive health care, and better standards of nutrition and sani-
tation. Between 1970 and 2000, women's life expectancy in the devel-
oping world has increased from 54 to 66 years. But enormous chal-
lenges remain. Millions of women continue to suffer from preventable
causes and die needlessly from these each year. In many countries,
girls face increased risk from the moment of their birth, and these
differential risks span the life-cycle. Infectious diseases - and now
notably HIV/AIDS - continue to be the leading cause of death for
young girls and for women. Gender-specific health threats, especially
unplanned and high-risk pregnancies and sexual violence, take an
enormous toll. Older women face growing threats of cancer and degen-
erative disorders. Risks are compounded by gender discrimination and
by resource constraints and policy restrictions that limit women's
access to the necessary inputs for a healthy life.
Growing commercial threats to health, such as tobacco use, call for
our attention as women and children become targets for marketing of
deadly products. Which interventions will make the greatest differ-
ence? Where should limited resources be invested to provide the
greatest return? What external factors support or interfere with our
ability to improve women's health and the health of their families
and communities?
At our 2001 conference, we will seek to address local, regional and
global determinants and dimensions that shape these health issues
worldwide. Directions for the future need to be based on partici-
pants' practical experiences and on an examination of lessons learned
and problems uncovered during gatherings including the International
Conference on Population and Development in Cairo in 1994; the Fourth
World Conference on Women in Beijing in 1995; Cairo Plus Five in
1999; and Beijing Plus Five in 2000.
We invite you to submit an abstract that increases awareness regard-
ing health issues related to women, their families and communities
and that suggests future actions. Please focus on one sub-theme and
one track from below when you write your abstract.
SUB-THEMES
Women's Health Programs and Policies: this sub-theme covers lessons
learned from programs, policies and research efforts that directly
address or identify women's health issues. We ask you to consider
what did and did not work, how women's participation and leadership
could be enhanced, and what future directions are most promising.
Programs and Policies Addressing Family, Community, National and
Global Issues that Affect Women: this sub-theme covers lessons
learned from programs and policies focusing on overall health, eco-
nomic development, environmental protection, democracy and govern-
ance, human rights promotion, and industrialization and trade since
these indirectly affect or are a consequence of women's health and
well-being.
Again, please consider what did and did not work, and ways to move
forward with improving overall health in ways that improve women's
health.
Submissions must be post marked by October 15, 2000
TRACKS
Please decide which one of the following Tracks your program or re-
search study best fits:
* Reproductive Health
* Maternal Health
* HIV/AIDS
* Other Infectious Diseases
* Child Health
* Emerging Global Health Threats
* Health Systems and Policies
* Disaster and Conflict
* Social, Cultural and Political Determinants of Health
TYPES OF SESSIONS
The conference will feature plenary, X-Fire, and workshop sessions.
Abstract submitters are requested to choose one of the following for-
mats for abstract presentation. All sessions are 90 minutes long.
Panel Sessions: Moderated sessions composed of 3-4 presentations of
15-20 minutes each, followed by a question-and-answer period.
Roundtable Sessions: During this session, presenters sit in small
groups with participants to discuss a project or research topic.
Poster Presentation: Visual representations of presentations, por-
trayed through the use of charts, graphs, photos, drawings and text
mounted on 24x36-inch poster board, with presenters avail-able for
discussion.
Pre-Formed Panel Submissions
The Global Health Council will consider pre-formed panel sub-
missions. These submissions have specific criteria, and a separate
review and notification process. This information will be available
on the Council's website by June 30, 2000 at <www.globalhealth.org>
Alternatively, send an e-mail titled Request for Guidelines for Pre-
Formed Panels to: <conference@globalhealth.org>. The deadline for re-
ceiving pre-formed panel submissions is October 15, 2000. Submissions
received after this date cannot be accepted.
Essential Steps for Abstract Submission
PLEASE SEND THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
1. Completed 2001 Abstract Submission Form.
2. A one-page C.V. or resume of the designated presenter, indicating
education levels, degrees, and recent work experience. Information
longer than a one page C.V. or resume cannot be accepted.
3. One completed Presenter Agreement form.
4. One completed Contact Information Form.
5. Abstract, no more than 400 words in length. See Abstract: Sample
Format on the next page and/or visit our website at:
<http://www.globalhealth.org> and click on Annual Conference for a
model abstract. Your abstract submission must be typed or word-
processed, using a standard, 12-point font size. Handwritten ab-
stracts cannot be accepted.
ELECTRONIC E-MAIL SUBMISSIONS
If at all possible, we request that you send the items via e-mail to
<conference@globalhealth.org>. You may re-create the necessary-forms
in your own word processing program, or download them from our web-
site and send them as an attachment. If unable to send by e-mail,
please send items on 3.5 computer diskette with abstract saved in MS
Word or Rich Text Format. If you are unable to send submission re-
quirements by e-mail or diskette, we will accept paper copies mailed
to us. Please send paper copies of all four items to:
Kathryn Guare
2001 Abstract Review Committee
Global Health Council
20 Palmer Court
White River Jct. VT 05001 USA
Tel: +1-802-649-1340
The Global Health Council regrets that incomplete abstract submis-
sions will not be reviewed. Abstracts will not be accepted by fax.
DEADLINE
Submissions must be postmarked by October 15, 2000. Submissions post-
marked after October 15 will be considered only if accompanied by a
US$ 100 late fee. The Global Health Council regrets its inability to
accept any abstract submissions received after October 31, 2000.
REVIEW AND NOTIFICATION PROCESS
* The Global Health Council will confirm receipt of your abstract
submission.
* Your abstract submission packet will be submitted for review to a
review committee.
* The Global Health Council will notify you of your abstract status
(accepted or not accepted) by December 1, 2000.
* If your abstract is accepted, a registration form will be sent to
you and you will be requested to return it to the Global Health Coun-
cil with the appropriate fees. After the Global Health Council re-
ceives your registration form and fees, you will be confirmed as a
conference presenter. Requirements for post-conference publications
will be communicated at this time. Finally, a Presenter Handbook to
help you prepare for your session will be mailed to you on April 15,
2001.
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