Asian Medical Students' Association - Philippines

[CALL FOR IFMSA DELEGATION TO THE ASIA-PACIFIC MEDICAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE 2024] 🧐 What: IFMSA Delegation to the Asia-Pacific Medical Education Conference 2024 🗓️ When: January 19-20, 2024 🗺️ Where: Online/ Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 💵 Registration Fee: $100 if online and $200 if on-site 🚨 DL: November 19, 2023 APMEC aims to provide a platform for medical educators and stakeholders to share their experiences, insights and best practices on Medical Education topics. The past two decades have seen the conference grow and evolve from 190 participants to over 1,500 participants from nearly 40 countries. The theme for APMEC 2024 is, “Artificial Intelligence in Health Professions Education –Trends, Issues, Priorities, Strategies”. This theme reflects the growing importance and impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on health care delivery, education and research. Over the main conference, a variety of workshops and symposia, addressing teaching and learning, assessments, continuing medical education, leadership, and will provide a structured platform for engaging discussions with leading medical educationalists and other healthcare professionals from diverse cultures and backgrounds. To find out more about APMEC 2024, click here. ❗️ REQUIREMENTS ❗️ ☑️ Updated CV ☑️ Motivation Letter ☑️ Letter of recommendation from LMO President ☑️ Proof of enrollment You may send these requirements to ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com.

[CALL FOR IFMSA DELEGATION TO THE GLOBAL FORUM ON MIGRATION AND DEVELOPMENT 2024] 🧐 What: IFMSA Delegation to the Global Forum on Migration & Development 2024 🗓 When: January 23-25, 2024 🗺️ Where: Geneva, Switzerland 🇨🇭 🚨 DL: November 6, 2023 The Global Forum on Migration & Development 2024 is a high-level international event that brings together stakeholders worldwide to discuss critical issues related to migration and development. The meeting will address various topics, involve representatives from governments, civil society, and international organizations, and provide a platform for meaningful discussions and collaboration. The Summit will revolve around the central theme of "Responding to the climatic and cultural challenges of migration" and will emphasize six key areas to guide the discussions: ✨ The impact of climate change on human mobility ✨ Rights and Migration ✨ Diasporas ✨ Labour migration ✨ Culture, narratives and migration ✨ Multi-level governance of migration For more information on this meeting, see the attached link here. ❗️ REQUIREMENTS ❗️ ☑️ Updated CV ☑️ Motivation Letter ☑️ Proof of Enrollment for A.Y. 2023-2024 ☑️ Letter of Recommendation from LMO President Please send these requirements to ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com.

[Call for the IFMSA delegation to the Tenth Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the WHO FCTC] 🤓 What: IFMSA delegation to the Tenth Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the WHO FCTC 🗓️ When: November 20-25, 2023 🗺️ Where: Panama City, Panama 🇵🇦 🚨 DL: October 30, 2023 The WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) is the first international treaty negotiated under the auspices of WHO. It was adopted by the World Health Assembly on 21 May 2003 and entered into force on 27 February 2005, with aims to reduce the demand and supply of tobacco products to improve public health. The Conference of the Parties (COP) is the governing body of the FCTC, responsible for regularly reviewing the implementation of the convention and making decisions to enhance its effectiveness. The COP meetings provide a platform for parties to the FCTC to discuss and negotiate matters related to the implementation of the convention. These meetings play a crucial role in shaping global tobacco control policies and initiatives. COP meetings are typically held once in two years, and decisions made during these meetings have a significant impact on global efforts to reduce tobacco consumption and its related health risks. The meeting will gather stakeholders working in the field of Tobacco Control and passionate public health advocates in IFMSA will have the opportunity to shape action plans towards this goal as a part of our delegation. For more information, you may find information about the FCTC here, and COP 10 here. ❗️ REQUIREMENTS ❗️ ☑️ Updated CV ☑️ Recommendation Letter from LMO President ☑️ Motivation Letter ☑️ Proof of Enrollment You may send these to ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com 🧡

[Call for IFMSA delegation to the 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women] 🤔 What: Call for IFMSA delegation to the 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women 🗓️ When: March 11-22, 2024 🗺️ Where: New York, USA 🚨 DL: November 4, 2023 The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women. The CSW is instrumental in promoting women’s rights, documenting the reality of women’s lives throughout the world, and shaping global standards on gender equality and the empowerment of women. During the Commission’s session, representatives of UN Member States, civil society organizations and UN entities discuss progress and gaps in the implementation of the 1995 Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the key global policy document on gender equality. Member States agree on further actions to accelerate progress and promote women’s enjoyment of their rights in political, economic, and social fields. The priority theme of the meeting is Accelerating the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls by addressing poverty and strengthening institutions and financing with a gender perspective, meaning the Commission and Member States will propose action plans on this topic. The review theme this year, which aims to evaluate efforts done on the particular issue, will be Social protection systems, access to public services and sustainable infrastructure for gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. You can find more information regarding the CSW here. ❗️ Requirements ❗️ ☑️ MUST be a member of an LMO or has the student status 6 months prior to the meeting ☑️ Motivation Letter ☑️ Latest CV ☑️ Proof of Enrollment ☑️ Recommendation Letter from LMO President ❗️ Should you have any questions or intend to apply, kindly contact the Liaison Officer to IFMSA at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com 🤍

[CALL FOR EARLY REGISTRATION SUBMISSIONS FOR IMSRC] 🤓 What: Early Registration for Submission of ISMRC 2023 🗓️ When: Announcement of Finalists - November 22, 2023 Finalist Technical Meeting - November 24, 2023 Final Round - December 2, 2023 Winner Announcement - December 16, 2023 💻/🗺️ Where: Online 💵 Registration Fee: Essay: Early bird - €5 Regular - €7 Public Poster: Early bird - €7 Regular - €10 Research Paper: Early bird - €10 Regular - €12 🚨 DL: Early Registration until October 18, 2023 until 11:59 PM (GMT +7) Regular Registration until November 9, 2023 until 11:59 PM (GMT +7) Greetings from Indonesia! As we are embarking on our incredible journey with the Research Fair, SCORE CIMSA Indonesia is excited to invite all research enthusiasts throughout the world in our upcoming research competition entitled International Medical Student Research Competition (IMSRC). The IMSRC is an event dedicated to fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence in medical research. It provides a unique opportunity for medical students from diverse backgrounds and institutions to showcase their research endeavors and engage with the global scientific community. This competition revolves around the theme of "Unlocking the Minds of a Human: Navigating the Terrain of Mental Health" with several explorable sub-themes focusing on: ◾️ Health Promotion as Preventive and Curative for Mental Health and Well-being ◾️ Utilization of Therapy as Prevention or Intervention of Mental Health Disorders ◾️ Application of Biomolecular Science in Dealing with Mental Health Disorder ◾️ Utilization of Science and Technology to Manage Mental Health Disorder ◾️ Emerging Medical Comorbidities and The Worsening of Mental Health For more information, please see the attached guideline here, and the link to registration can be found here. ❗️ No requirements needed, but you MUST inform the LO to IFMSA at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com that you will be applying 💙

[CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS TO EMERGENCY MEDICINE SUMMER SCHOOL MONTENEGRO 2024 - VOL. 6] 🤔 What: Emergency Medicine Summer School Montenegro 2024 🗓️ When: Batch 1: July 12-19, 2024 Batch 2: July 26 - August 2, 2024 Batch 3: August 9-16, 2024 🗺️ Where: Podgorica, Montenegro 🇲🇪 💵 Registration Fee: Early Registration: 570 EUR (~34,350 pesos) if payment is made before December 1, 2023 Late Registration: 775 EUR (~46,700 pesos) if payment is made between December 1, 2023, and April 1, 2024 This project brings together students from around the world interested in gaining and exchanging knowledge in emergency medicine. For more information, the invitation package can be found here. The central theme of the project is emergency medicine, and it consists of the following topics: ✨ Cardiopulmonary resuscitation ✨ Suturing workshop ✨ Laparoscopy workshop ✨ Pneumothorax decompression workshop ✨ BLS course ✨ Basic surgical skills ✨ Pediatric emergencies ✨ Management of trauma patient ✨ Diverse emergencies (drowning, poisoning, hypothermia, etc.) ✨ Principles of critical medical thinking and the COVID-19 outbreak More information can be found here. For those interested, please send the following requirements to ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com: ☑️ CV ☑️ Motivation Letter ☑️ Proof of Enrollment for A.Y. 2023-2024 ☑️ Letter of Recommendation from LMO President

[Call for Research Abstracts for IMRC 2023] 🧐 What: IFMSA Thailand Call for IMRC2023 🗓️ When: December 9-10, 2023 🗺️ Where: Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭 🚨 DL: September 15, 2023 The International Medical Student Research Conference (IMRC) is an international conference of medical and related health professional researchers organized by Phramongkutklao College of Medicine. The highlight of this conference is the Medical Students’ Research Competition (MSRC). The MSRC is a forum for undergraduate medical students to showcase their research and exchange their ideas. Prizes will be awarded for oral and e-poster presentations! Your abstract is not required to be related with the theme. All areas of research are encouraged to participate, regardless of whether they align with the conference theme “Technology-enhanced Simulation and the New Frontier of Medical Research.” Participants may register and find details here. ❗️ Should you have any questions or intend to apply, kindly contact the Liaison Officer to IFMSA at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com 🤍

[Call for IFMSA Delegation to the WFUMB 2023 Ultrasound World Conference] 🤨 What: IFMSA Delegation to the WFUMB 2023 Ultrasound World Conference 🗓️ When: November 4-7, 2023 🗺️ Where: Muscat, Oman 🇴🇲 🚨 DL: September 9, 2023 The World Federation for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology(WFUMB) occurs every 2 years, it is one of the most important events for the international community of medical ultrasound, designed for multi-disciplinary professionals. Leading international experts as well as young researchers will present and discuss the latest developments in medical ultrasound. Major topics include latest advances in elastography, portable ultrasound, innovations such as artificial intelligence, 3 D/4D interventions and contrast agents, among others. The meeting offers workshops, keynote sessions , oral and poster presentations, and networking opportunities. You can find more information on the WFUMB 2023 Congress website regarding the panelists, external partners, workshops and side events during the conference and here you can find the program. ❗️ Should you have any questions or intend to apply, kindly contact the Liaison Officer to IFMSA at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com 🤍

[Call for IFMSA Delegation for the 74th WHO Regional Committee for the Western Pacific] 🧐 What: IFMSA Delegation to the WHO Regional Committee for the Western Pacific 🗓️ When: October 16-20, 2023 🗺️ Where: Manila, Philippines 🇵🇭 🚨 DL: September 8, 2023 The Regional Committee (RC) is the decision-making body of the respective regions, where member states convene to discuss health issues pertinent to the region. The Regional Committee meets every year to formulate policies, provide oversight for regional programmes, hear progress reports, and consider, revise and endorse new initiatives. It adopts resolutions and makes decisions that guide the work of the Regional Office and country offices for the coming year. The WPR RC is comprised of representatives from the Region’s 37 Member States and areas, as well as Associate Members. ❗️ Should you have any questions or intend to apply, kindly contact the Liaison Officer to IFMSA at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com 💙

[Call for IFMSA Delegation to the WHS 2023] 🤨 What: IFMSA Delegation to the WHS 2023 🗓️ When: October 15-17, 2023 🗺️ Where: Berlin, Germany 🇩🇪 🚨 DL: September 7, 2023 The World Health Summit brings you the world's leading international, inter-sectoral and inclusive global health conference that will set the agenda for a healthier future. The Summit lasts 3 days with 6000+ Participants from 100+ Nations and 400+ Speakers. It starts with a ceremonial opening and reception on Sunday, October 15. Experience the World Health Summit program live and in person and participate in the most important discussions on all Global Health topics. Enjoy networking with international participants from science, politics, industry, and civil society at our lunch & coffee breaks and social evening events. The World Health Summit’s central topics in 2023 include: 🔘 Learning from COVID-19 for Future Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response 🔘 Recommitting to Universal Health Coverage 🔘 Sustainable Health for People and Planet 🔘 G7/G20 Measures to Enhance Global Health Equity and Security 🔘 Harnessing the Power of Digital Technologies for Global Health 🔘 World Health Organization’s 75th Anniversary 🔘 Innovations to Accelerate the Fight Against Tuberculosis 🔘 Implementing the European Union Global Health Strategy 🔘 Global Financing Facility Resource Mobilization Event Further information can be found on the official WHS Website. ❗️ Should you have any questions or intend to apply, kindly contact the Liaison Officer to IFMSA at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com 🤍

[Call for Trainers and Participants for SCORA Africa Boot Camp] 🤔 What: SCORA Africa Boot Camp (SABC) 2023 🗓 When: September 21-26, 2023 🗺 Where: Abuja, Nigeria 💵 Registration Fee: $200(~₱11,200) 🚨 DL: August 14, 2023 The SCORA Africa Boot Camp is an event that unites SCORAngels and passionate individuals dedicated to promoting sexual and reproductive health and provides a platform to engage in meaningful discussions, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations with each other. With a strong emphasis on education, advocacy, and community engagement, the SCORA Africa Boot Camp aims to empower participants with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration needed to address pressing health and social issues in their respective communities. Through a diverse range of fun-filled workshops, lectures, and interactive sessions, attendees delve into a myriad of topics relevant to health equity and social justice. Workshops included are the following: 🩵 Training New Trainers (TNT) 💜 TSRHRT (Training New Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Trainers) 🩷 Violence to Victory (V2V) ❤️ HIV Education and Advocacy training (HEAT) To learn more, please refer to this 🔗 Concept Note ❗️ Should you have any questions or intend to apply, kindly contact the Liaison Officer to IFMSA at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com 😊

[FIGO's Contraception Reimagined Challenge] 🤓 What: FIGO's Contraception Reimagined Challenge 🚨 DL: 16th August 2023, 6:59 AM (PH Time) The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) has launched the Contraception Reimagined Challenge, which aims to redefine the terminology and name used for contraception. It recognizes that contraception not only prevents unplanned pregnancies but also contributes to various aspects of women's health, empowerment, sustainability, and societal well-being. More information on the challenge can be viewed on their 🔗Website Announcement. Submission Guidelines: ☑️ Submit a new name for contraception and provide a 200-word explanation of your chosen name. ☑️ Include a suitable image (between 1-2MB) for publication. To participate, visit the 🔗FIGO website submission form and submit your response online before 16th August 2023, 6:59 AM (PH Time). By participating in this challenge, you have the chance to not only reshape the way we think about contraception but also have your ideas recognized and celebrated. The winners in each category will be contacted at the beginning of September and announced as part of FIGO's 2023 World Contraception Day campaign. ❗️No requirements needed, but kindly inform the LO to IFMSA at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com that you will be participating ❤️

[1st Call for Trainers and Participants for PMSA-Palestine SRT] 🧐 What: PMSA-Palestine SRT 🗓️ When: 13th-16th September 2023 🗺️ Where: Ramallah, Palestine 💵Registration Fee: ▫️ Participants (Early) - €140 (~₱8,600) ▫️ Participants (Late) - €185 (~₱11,300) ▫️ Trainers - Free! 🚨 DL: 24th July 2023, 12NN (PH Time) SRTXPAL23 will take place from 13th-16th September in Ramallah, Palestine. They will be hosting the following workshops: 💜 Training New Trainers (TNT) 🖤 Training Medical Educations Trainers (TMET) 💙 Professional and Research Exchange Training (PRET) 🧡 Mental Health Essentials (MHE) The fee includes: ☑️ Three meals per day - excluding the arrival and departure day (on the arrival day, the registration fee will include dinner; on the departure day, the registration fee will include breakfast and lunch) ☑️ Welcome Package ☑️ Accommodation during the event at Red Crescent Society, Ramallah, Palestine. You may view the Invitation Package 🔗here ❗️For more information on how to apply, please email the LO to IFMSA (NMO-P) at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com

[Call for IFMSA Delegation to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change - Conference of Parties 28 (COP28)] 🧐 What: United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change - Conference of Parties 28 (COP28) 🗓 When: 30th of November - 12th of December 2023 🗺️ Where: Dubai, United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪 🚨 Deadline: 28 July 2022 (Fri), 12 NN (PH Time) IFMSA has officially opened the call for delegation to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change - Conference of Parties 28, taking place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from the 30th of November - 12th of December 2023! COP is held every year, bringing together parties and observers including UN and specialized agencies, IGOs and NGOs, with the aim of addressing the climate crisis in a more sustainable and actions-based manner. ✨ To learn more, please refer to this 🔗Concept Note ❗️Should you have any questions or intend to apply, kindly contact the Liaison Officer to IFMSA at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com 😊 Seize this incredible opportunity! 🧡

[IFMSA Study Session on Mobilizing Youth Towards Climate and Health Injustice] 🧐 What: IFMSA Study Session on Mobilizing Youth Towards Climate and Health Injustice 🗓️ When: 11th-16th September 2023 🗺️ Where: Budapest, Hungary 💵Registration Fee: €50* (~₱3,000) 🚨 DL: 19th July 2023, 12NN (PH Time) Study sessions are international educational youth seminars based on co-operation between the partner organizations and the Council of Europe’s Youth Department. This study session aims to empower the youth to take action and actively participate in decision making and policy processes at the local, national and international level towards climate change and health. You may view the 🔗Invitation Package for more information. *Each participant is responsible for buying the tickets. The organizers will reimburse the cost of traveling up to €350 per person. The enrolment fee for study sessions is set at €50 per participant. The fee is deducted from the refund of travel expenses. ❗️For more information on how to apply, please email the LO to IFMSA (NMO-P) at ifmsalo.amsaphil@gmail.com