SEACON NCD - 2024
Invitation
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
We are delighted to invite you to the “SEACON NCD – 2024”, organized jointly by the ‘World NCD Federation (WNF)’ and the ‘National Resource Centre for Non-Communicable Diseases (NRC-NCD)’ with the patronage of the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Kerala at Thiruvananthapuram, the Capital City of ‘God’s Own Country - Kerala, India, January 4-6, 2024.
The Theme of the Three-day Conference is “Empowering Governments and Civil Societies towards realizing the NCD-SDG Global Goals”. Around 250 Delegates from WHO SEAR Member Countries representing Government Agencies, Professional Institutions and Civil Society Organizations are expected to participate.
Global Experts representing Inter-Governmental Agencies including UN & WHO and Reputed International / Regional Agencies will lead the Conference.
We request you to make use of the Early bird Registration by clicking the ‘SEACON NCD – 2024’ Conference Link - https://www.nrcncd.org/seacon_ncd_24 .
For further information please contact, Mr. Johnson J. Edayaranmula (Organizing Secretary and Executive Director of NRC-NCD).
Email: seacon@nrcncd.org or seacon2024@gmail.com
Looking forward to welcome you for an exciting and meaningful Conference.
(President, WNF)
(Chairman, NRC-NCD)
Chair
Prof. Dr. J. S. Thakur
President, World NCD Federation
Department of Community Medicine and School of Public Health, PGIMER, Chandigarh.
CO-CHAIR
Prof. Dr. George Chandy M
Chairman, NRC-NCD,
Director & CEO BCMCH, Thiruvalla,
Former Director, CMC Hospital Vellore
"SEACON NCD-2024" - PROGRAMME SCHEDULE
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SEACON NCD-2024" - PROGRAMME SCHEDULEOrganizers
World NCD Federation
www.worldncdfederation.orgNational Resource Centre for NCDs
www.nrcncd.orgTheme
"Empowering Governments and Civil Societies towards realizing the NCD-SDG Global Goals"
Conference Highlights
plenary sessions |Panel Discussions |Meet NCD icons |NCD Quiz |Exhibition |Mass Yoga |Mega Inauguration |Banquet & Cultural Evening |Cyclothon|Post Conference tour
Main Topics
- Burden, Determinants & Impact of NCDs
- Global, Regional & National initiatives
- Public Health Interventions for NCDs & Mental Health
- Issues and Challenges in the Implementation of NCD Programmes
- Combating Substance Use in realizing the NCD-SDG Goals
- Bridging the Gaps in NCDs & Mental Health Policy Implementation
- Role of Faith-based and Philanthropic Organizations in NCD Prevention
- Building Sustainable Partnerships for NCDs & Mental Health
Who should participate
‘SEACON NCD – 2024’ Conference is meant for Inter-Governmental Agencies, Government Agencies / Departments, Civil Society / Philanthropic Organizations, Researchers, Scholars, Professionals and Advocacy Leaders mainly from WHO SEARO Member Countries - (Bangladesh, Bhutan, DPR Korea, India, Indonesia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Timor-Leste), who are working or interested in the Prevention & Control of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and realization of SDG-2030 Agenda. Those who are genuinely interested from other Regions, are also welcome to participate. All participants are required to register for the Conference to confirm their participation.
abstract submissions - Oral & poster presentations
We are delighted to invite ABSTRACT submissions for both Oral and Poster Presentations at the “SEACON NCD-2024 Conference on Empowering Governments and Civil Societies towards realizing the NCD – SDG Global Goals”. Our Conference aims to bring together Professionals, Researchers and Scholars from WHO SEARO Member Countries to share their innovative research and insights through Oral and Poster Presentations, contributing to the vibrant exchange of knowledge and ideas on the theme and focus areas. Mementoes and Certificates will be presented to the best three presentations in each category in addition to Partial Scholarships. All selected entries will receive Appreciation Certificates.
Scientific Committee
The Scientific Committee (Abstracts) consisting of the following Expert Members will review each and every Abstract and finalize the List of Selected Entries for Oral and Poster Presentations.
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Chairman
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Dr. A. S. Pradeep Kumar MPH, PhD
Former Addl. Director (Public Health)
Directorate of Health Services, Kerala
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Expert Members
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Dr. R. Jayakrishnan MPH, PhD
Addl. Professor of Community Oncology
Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram
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Dr. Pramod Thomas MSc, PhD
Professor & Biostatistician
Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla
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Dr. G. K. Mini MSc, MPhil, PhD
Vice Principal (Research)
Global Institute of Public Health, Thiruvananthapuram
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Dr. S. Anil Bindu MD, PGDEPI
Professor of Psychiatry
Gokulam Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram
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Dr. S. Devi Raj MA (Psych), PhD, PGDEPI
Director, Psychological Research & Development Council-India
PRANAAH Holistic Counselling Centre, Kollam
Scholarship for student presenters
The Conference Committee is pleased to offer a few Full / Partial Scholarships to encourage Student Participation (based on the availability of Funds). Those who have submitted their Abstracts shall submit their application in the prescribed Google Form.
Please ClickWorld NCD Federation (WNF)
Award for the Best Proposals
Grant I
Centre for Evidence based Research in NCDs in LMICs
Systematic Review and Meta analyses for Promoting Public Health approaches in NCDs
Last Date: 15th December 2023 Grant Amount: Rs 25,000
Grant II
Centre for Implementation Sciences & Research in NCDs
Implementation Resarch in Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
Last Date: 15th December 2023 Grant Amount: Rs 25,000
Details and guidelines available @ https://www.worldncdfederatiion.org/
For queries write to us @ worldncdfederation@gmail.com
Registration
Sl.No. | Category | Early Bird (till Dec 16) |
Regular (till Dec 27) |
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A | Delegate (WNF Member) | INR. 8000 | INR. 10000 |
B | Delegate (Non Member) | INR. 10000 | INR. 12000 |
C | Student (WNF Member) | INR. 6000 | INR. 8000 |
D | Student (Non Member) | INR. 7000 | INR. 9000 |
NOTE: Conference Registration is mandatory for all Participants.
Please Login for Registration and for more details : https://www.nrcncd.org/register
(PAN: AAETN2299Q)
Account No. | 3922002110002165 |
Bank & Branch | Punjab National Bank, Thiruvalla - 689101 |
NEFT, RTGS & IMPS transactions IFS Code |
PUNB0057610 |
Conference Registration Fee includes the following:
- Attendance to all Sessions of the Conference
- Conference Kit
- Lunch and Tea during the Conference
- Welcome Reception, Banquet and Cultural Evening
Please Note:
- Registration Fee does not include Travel Expenses, Accommodation, Visa Costs or Airport Transfers.
- Registration can only be confirmed once the Payment is received.
Kind attention of all seacon participants
1. All Participants - Chairs, Speakers, Abstract Presenters and Delegates including those offered Complimentary Registration shall complete the Registration Formalitites.
2. A brief Profile of all Participants is essential as part of the Conference Logistics. Please click on the link and update the required details.
Please ClickSponsorship & exhibition opportunities
- Brand Name & Logo on all Conference & Publicity Materials
- Prime Space for 2 Hoardings / 6 Display Standees
- Prime Stall at Conference Venue
- Brand logo and name on Stage Backdrop
- Display of 4 promotional Signage at Venues
- Screening of Ads before all Major Sessions
- Brand logo and name in Social Media Campaigns
- Brand logo on all Conference & Publicity Materials
- Space for 1 Hoarding / 4 Display Standees
- Medium Stall at Conference Venue
- Brand logo on Stage Backdrop
- Display of 2 Promotional Signage at Venues
- Screening of Ads before Plenary Sessions
- Brand logo and name in Social Media Campaigns
- Brand logo on all Conference & Publicity Materials
- Space for 2 Display Standees
- Small Stall at Conference Venue
- Brand logo on Stage Backdrop
- Display of 1 Promotional Signage at Venues
- Screening of Ads after Plenary Sessions
- Brand logo and name in Social Media Campaigns
Payment can be made by Bank Transfer or Demand Draft in favour of National Resource Centre for NCDs (PAN: AAETN2299Q)
Account No. | 3922002110002165 |
Bank & Branch | Punjab National Bank, Thiruvalla - 689101 |
NEFT, RTGS & IMPS transactions IFS Code |
PUNB0057610 |
For further information, please mail your queries to: seacon@nrcncd.org | seacon2024@gmail.com
Conference Venue
(Heart of Thiruvananthapuram City close to International Airport, Railway / Bus Terminals, Tourist Attractions, Shopping Centres)
For the kind attention of Guests & Delegates seeking accommodation at the Conference Venue - KTDC Mascot Hotel Convention Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, shall send their Name, Arrival & Departure details to the WhatsApp Number 9400008770. The Reservation Department will immediately respond to your request.
mascothotel@ktdc.comAccommodation Facilities
All Delegates except Invited Guests and Speakers are requested to make your own Hotel Reservations directly. [List of Hotels are given]. Transportation to the Conference Venue from these Hotels are arranged. Please reserve your rooms in advance and avail best prices. Affordable Students accommodation available at Government Rest Houses, Hostels, etc.on ‘first come’ registration request basis.
Hotel | LOCATION | WEBSITE |
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KTDC MASCOT HOTEL | Mascot Square | www.ktdc.com/mascot |
KTDC GRAND CHAITHRAM | Thampanoor (3 km) | www.ktdc.com/grandchaithram |
HYATT REGENCY | Thycaud (2.2 km) | www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/india/hyatt-regency-trivandrum/trvrt |
VIVANTA HOTEL | Palayam (1.9 km) | www.vivantahotels.com/en-in/vivanta-thiruvananthapuram/ |
HILTON GARDEN INN | Palayam (1.7 km) | www.hilton.com/en/hotels/trvgigi-hilton-garden-inn-trivandrum/ |
THE SOUTH PARK | Palayam (1.6 km) | www.thesouthpark.com/ |
THE RESIDENCY TOWER | Near Secretariat (2 km) | www.residencytower.com/ |
THE CENTRAL RESIDENCY | Thampanoor (2.2 km) | http://thecentralresidency.com/ |
HYCINTH HOTEL | Thampanoor (2.3 km) | www.hycinthhotels.com |
SP GRAND DAYS | Thampanoor (2 km) | https://www.spgranddays.com/ |
APOLLO DIMORA | Thampanoor (3 km) | www.thedimorahotels.com/ |
HOTEL PRASANTH | PMG (300 m) | www.hotelprasanth.com/ |