GENERAL

What is the 10th ICSWHMH?

The 10^th International Conference on Social Work in Health and Mental Health is a hybrid event between Tuesday 19 – Friday 22 November 2024 that will bring over 600+ delegates from Australia and around the world together to exchange information on current challenges and trends as well gain knowledge from leading experts and so much more. To get a bigger picture of the event click here.

When and where can I pick up my attendee badge?

You can collect your badge from the Badge Collection at the MCEC.

The badge collection desk is open at the following times:

• Tuesday 19 November - 2pm - 5pm
• Wednesday 20 November - 8am - 6pm
• Thursday 21 November - 8am - 6pm
• Friday 22 November - 8am - 6pm

How can I find out news and updates as they come?

The best way to stay up to date with Conference news is to check the website, we will update the program and speaker information regularly. If you would like to subscribe to news about ICSWHMH please click here. 

Do you accept cash on site?

Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre is a cashless venue. Only card payments will be permitted throughout MCEC.

Can I take photos and videos?

You may take photos and videos of your time at the 10th ICSWHMH if you don’t obstruct pathways and prevent other delegates from moving around. Please also respect the right of a delegate or exhibitor to ask not to be captured on your camera roll.

What hotels are available for booking?

The 10th ICSWHMH will offer delegates a variety of specially negotiated hotel and apartment accommodation choices within close proximity to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. More information to be released soon.  

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GETTING INVOLVED

I’m in the industry, should I become an exhibitor?

If you are in our industry and would like to exhibit we would love to hear from you. Please click here to see more information on exhibitors and download our Sponsorship and Exhibitors prospectus.

How do you become a sponsor?

If you would like to become a sponsor please click here to see more information on Sponsors and download our Sponsorship and Exhibitors prospectus.

I would like to present a session, how do I let you know?

Abstracts are open from Monday 19 February 2024 and you can apply through our call for abstracts gateway, click here for all the information.

When do abstracts close?

Abstracts close on 13 May 2024.

How can I apply for Media passes?

Media passes are provided on a case by case basis. If you’d like to apply please contact the events team directly at eventsteam@aasw.asn.au and advise any of the following information.

• What publication/outlet you work for
• What session you interested in covering
• Speakers you’d like to interview
• Exhibitors you’d like to interview
• Would you like to meet with Cindy Smith for an interview?
  

REGISTRATIONS

How much is a ticket?

There are a wide range of ticket prices, to see the current ticket prices please click here as we have a range of prices – members of the Australian Association for Social Workers receive a discount and we have student pricing options available as well.

Do I qualify as a student?

The ICSWHMH defines a student as a person who is enrolled in a Bachelor of Social Work or Masters of Social Work (qualifying) or if you are taking a full time Masters in Social Work.

How can I pay for my registration?

You can pay by credit card online when you register, we accept Visa and Mastercard.

Can I pay via invoice?

No, to finalise and confirm your registration, payment must be made via credit card.

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PROGRAM AND CONTENT

Is the program going to be live streamed?

The 10^th International Conference on Social Workers in Health and Mental Health is a hybrid event. The main plenary will be live streamed on the day of the Conference. All other concurrent sessions (not including workshops and activities) will be recorded and offered for on-demand viewing to all registered delegates (in-person and online) shortly after the Conference has ended.

Does the Conference go towards my CPD hours for the year?

CPD hours can be claimed by Australian Association of Social Work members.

If I’m watching online, can I share my login?

Sharing logins is against our Terms and Conditions. In addition CPD hours are only calculated for the ticket holder who attends.

To see our terms and conditions please click here.

What if I want to watch two sessions that are on at the same time?

We aim to record as many sessions as possible for delegates so you can re watch a session or review a session that was on at a conflicting time on the day of the Conference. As such, all plenary and concurrent sessions (not including workshops and activities) will be recorded and offered for on-demand viewing to all registered delegates (in-person and online) shortly after the Conference has ended.
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VENUE INFORMATION

Where is the Conference being held?

The Conference will be held at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, for more information regarding the venue please click here to learn more.

Can you help me with accommodation?

For all accommodation information please click here to learn more.

What if my question was not here?

If your question was not here you can email the events organisers directly at aasw@forumgroupevents.com.au.