As IAPO increases its membership in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East, it is appropriate and exciting to be able to invite you to this event in Istanbul, a city founded on three great civilizations, where the East meets the West.  Whether this is your first time, or your fourth time at IAPO’s Global Patients Congress, we hope that you will enjoy the multi-disciplinary, participative and supportive environment at this unique international event.
 
IAPO Members - this is your chance to get involved in Congress 2010!
Would you like to help plan or deliver IAPO’s 4th Global Congress, in Istanbul, Turkey next February? We are currently inviting IAPO Members to put forward applications to submit a proposal for IAPO’s ‘open call’ for sessions, presentations, and posters on the theme of the Congress. 

Even if you have already told us that you would be interested in these opportunities, you still need to fill in and submit the appropriate forms for both applications. Only applications that meet all of the criteria listed in the detailed information will be considered.

Please be sure to read all related terms and conditions. If you have any queries regarding either of these processes please email admin@patientsorganizations.org. Details of the process to submit a proposal through the Open Call to lead a session, make a presentation, or present a poster, are available here. The deadline for the Open Call process is Thursday 30 June 2009
 
Please look out for more news and updates about IAPO’s Global Patients Congress, which will be published in the IAPO monthly newsletter and on our website. If you would like more information about previous Congress’, please see our website at www.patientsorganizations.org/congress. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us by emailing membership@patientsorganizations.org.

Sponsorship opportunities
IAPO welcomes interest in supporting and participating in the Congress from a wide range of organizations and individuals. In 2010, we have a number of exciting opportunities available including sponsorship and exhibitions.  Please direct your queries to Jo Groves, IAPO's Chief Executive Officer by emailing policy@patientsorganizations.org or telephoning +44 20 7721 7597.