WATT’S WATT The Australian Medical Students’ Association’s GLOBAL HEALTH CONFERENCE 2016 NEWCASTLE Delegate Handbook
We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we are curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths
- Walt Disney
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This Delegate Handbook was designed and edited by MING YONG NewGHC Publications, Promotions & IT Officer ming.yong@amsa.org.au
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From the #NewGHC Convenor
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The #NewGHC Team
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The #NewGHC Family
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Logistics Information
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Hungry?
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NEX Floor Plan
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Newcastle Points of Interest
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The Anatomy of Newcastle
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Please Read Before Continuing
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Day One, Friday 26th August
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Day Two, Saturday 27th August
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Day Three, Sunday 28th August
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Day Four, Monday 29th August
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Day Five, Tuesday 30th August
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About AMSA and AMSA Global Health
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Dear Delegate, Welcome to AMSA’s 12th Global Health Conference a NewGHC. A question we’ve had since GHC was just a twinkle in my eye is “what is Global Health?” Is it high rates of infectious diseases in Sub-Saharan Africa, is it the increasing burden of chronic disease, is it refugee and asylum seeker health or the unprecedented warming of our climate? Perhaps, it is all of the above. There is a depth and richness to global health, it is life and death and everything in between. But this extends further than the operating theatre, wards or the emergency department, it goes to the hearts of communities and populations across the world.
The program is designed to challenge ideas, shed light on unspoken voices and become a catalyst for your involvement with global health. Our team hopes that you leave inspired, ready to make change and determined to fix the inequalities that surround global health You will become the next generation of future health leaders. GHC is filled with excitement and passion, and our goal is to continue to explore global health, challenge ideas, and leave you inspired to become effective changes makers. It is an exciting new world we live in and as future doctors, we have tremendous and enormous potential to make change to improve health outcomes globally. Be bold, be brave, be new.
Bhavi Ravindran Convenor A NewGHC
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FRO M THE #NEWG HC CONV ENOR
An enormous thank you must go to the team who have volunteered countless hours over the past eighteen months to create this conference. We want you to experience something different, something new, over the next few days.
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THE #NEWGHC TEAM
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1 BHAVI & JACK Convenor & Deputy Convenor 2 JANA & LAURA Secretary & Treasurer 3 BRETT & ADELAIDE Logistics 4 ABBI & ALLISA Academic 5 MING Publications, Promotions & IT 6 NAS & IMMY Sponsorship 7 CAZ & JAZ In the Green 8 JIM & JESSEY Social 7
THE #NEWGHC FAMILY
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THE A- T EA M
TH E SO CI AL SQ U AD
THE BACKSTA GE CREW
Academic Subcommittee
Social Subcommittee
Logistics Subcommittee
Aaditi Padhi Alex Farrell Amelia Welch Anju Roy Jess Redmond Lucy Mitchell Stephanie D’Souza Steph Gorham Stormie de Groot Vaish Mahen
Ravi Naran Juliet Archibald Madeline Temple Megan Foo Kalyan Raguram
Amy Aitken Catherine Mao Japna Bajaj Jananee Myooran Lachlan McLennan Marcus Cherry Megan Adams Morgan Haines Phoebe Hill Vanessa Tent Vedant Dave
G R EEN T EA M
SPO N O SH O TS
THE IT CROWD
In the Green Subcommittee
Sponsorship Subcommittee
Creative Subcommittee
Steve Grimson Alex Tridgell Ned McNamee Erin Lai
Celeste Mar Helena Qian
Josh Diamoy Frank Jia Rosanna Powell Bal Dhital Hao Han Tan
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IMPORTANT LOGISTI CS INFORMATION ABOUT THE ACCOMMODATION Bond University and Griffith University Delegations will be staying at Ibis Hotel on Hunter Street. All other delegations will be staying at Travelodge on King Street. Both are a short walk to the academic venue and are located in the centre of Newcastle! Ibis Newcastle 700 Hunter St, Newcastle NSW 2300 550m from the Academic Venue Travelodge Newcastle 12 Steel St, Newcastle NSW 2302 450m from the Academic Venue
ABOUT THE VENUE NEX (also known as Wests City) is an unrivaled exhibition, convention and entertainment destination for world-class events in the heart of Newcastle, and one of the largest indoor function venues in the Hunter Region. NEX is proud to host GHC2016 as one of its first events since its major renovations, which were completed in July just weeks before GHC2016. Newcastle Exhibition and Convention Centre (NEX)/ Wests City Corner King St & Union Street, Newcastle West, NSW 2302
GETTING AROUND All of GHC2016’s accommodation are within walking distance to our academic venue and there will be buses between all social venues and accommodation if the social venue is not within a short walking distance. If you have purchased registration with accommodation, you will also have breakfast and dinner provided. Uber If you need a quick ride home, or missed the last bus to or from the Social Program, we recommend using Uber. You can order an Uber with the tap of a button via the Uber app (Fun Fact: Uber just became available in Newcastle in April this year - just in time for GHC!) Alternatively, you can order a cab by calling 13 CABS (13 22 27) Buses Catching public transport in and around a new area can be confusing, but if you ever need to catch one, we recommend using Plan Your Trip at www.transportnsw.info. Driving We recommend against driving to NEX! Our conference is located in the heart of the city so parking is limited and expensive. Unless you are staying outside of town and intend upon walking, cycling or catching public transport to NEX, we do not recommend you drive! If you do drive to Newcastle, you have a few options for parking, most of them paid. If you are an accommodated delegate staying at Travelodge, they have some paid parking spots available to GHC delegates. Parking spots are limited and will be awarded on a first come first served basis. To book a parking spot, contact Travelodge directly on (02) 4926 3777. There is also the option of ticketed street parking but availability is also extremely limited as we’re situated in a busy part of the city. If you’re already in Newcastle We encourage you to use public transport, walk, cycle, roller blade, anything but drive. Parking is limited and expensive and let’s face it, driving isn’t all that good for the environment! Get your steps up! Go catch some Pokémon! Cut down your carbon footprint! Walking is a win-win!
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GETTING TO THE SOCIAL PROGRAM
NEED A LATE NIGHT SNACK?
Buses to social nights will leave from Travelodge, and will return there at the end of the night. On Saturday night buses will also be leaving from Ibis and NEX, but we’ll keep you posted on those details.
Partied too hard and need a late night snack? Fret not, you can get a quick bite at a few local spots that are open late.
NEED TO BUY SOMETHING? The Academic Venue is situated, very conveniently, right next to a shopping centre called Marketown. Retailers include: —— —— —— —— ——
Coles and Woolworths Big W Officeworks Hot Dollar and Dollar King Guardian Pharmacy and Mega Save Chemist
Most stores at Marketown open from 9.00am to 5.00pm on weekdays and 9.00am to 4.00pm on weekends with the exception of Coles which is open 24 hours, Woolworths which is open till midnight on weekdays and till 8pm on weekends, Officeworks which is open till 9pm on weekdays and 7pm on weekends, and Mega Save Chemist, which is open from 8am till midnight everyday. You can get access to ATMs at Marketown. If you need to get last minute costuming material, a Spotlight is conveniently located 700m from NEX, 400m from Travelodge, and 150m from Ibis.
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King Street McDonalds, situated next door to NEX, is open 24 hours. Village Kebabs, because no night is complete without a kebab, is located at the corner of Hunter Street and Darby Street, a stone throw away from the venues of all Social Nights except Night 2.
NEED MEDICAL ATTENTION? If you require urgent medical attention, please dial 000 immediately. Please call the welfare number (0477 533 794), which can also be found on your wristband, if you require any attention at the Social Program. Read more about “Welfare” on the next page. If you need non-urgent medical attention during business hours, Hunter Street Medical Practice is the closest General Practice to NEX. Hunter Street Medical Practice accepts walk-in appointments, but we recommend calling (02) 4962 1900 beforehand. If you need an after-hours doctor, please call GP Access After Hours at 1300 130 147. Marketown, situated next door to NEX, also houses a Mega Save Chemist, which is open from 8am till midnight everyday.
NEED A COFFEE? If you need a coffee to function (which you most likely do because you are a medical student), NEX provides coffee during morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. If you are willing to go the distance for some of Newcastle’s finest coffees, here is a non-exhaustive list of some of our favourite coffee places: —— —— ——
Bank Corner Espresso, situated 700m from NEX, 150m from Ibis and 450m from Travelodge. Blue Door, situated 650m from NEX, 950m from Ibis and 1km from Travelodge. Saluna, One Penny Black and Sprocket are all located in Newcastle East, approximately 2km from NEX. 11
WELFARE St John’s Ambulance will be present at every social night, poised to lend assistance in emergencies, to administer first aid, help anyone who needs a bit of a break, is sick, or is in need for a shoulder to cry on. Welfare is a safe, no judgement area. Don’t be embarrassed about going to welfare and don’t hesitate to take your friends to welfare. There will be signage pointing to the designated Welfare Area each night.
THE WELFARE NUMBER IS 0477 533 794 Please save this number in your phone. This number is an emergency line only, so only call this if you or another delegate need a Welfare Officer. As always, if an emergency warrants an ambulance, call 000 and also alert a Welfare Officer or someone from the GHC team on duty – look out for red scrubs. For other non-emergency enquiries, please call your delegation leader or find someone from the GHC team who will be able to help you out. You can find the GHC team in red scrubs or in red committee t-shirts.
Rooms are for the use of intended patrons only. Rooms must not be utilised by delegate whose registration does not include accommodation. All visitors are required to vacate the accommodation by 11pm. Only registered overnight guests up to the maximum rooming configurations are permitted to be in the accommodation after this time. All GHC venues are non-smoking. GHC is a nonsmoking event. In the event that a delegate has caused damage to the property, the delegate will be required to pay for the damage(s) caused. If a delegate behaves in an unacceptable or aggressive manner to other guests/ occupants/ delegates/ GHC team/ staff, or is suspected of carrying out illegal acts on the premises, that delegate will be asked to leave, appropriate authorities will be notified and a review of the delegate’s accommodation and/or GHC registration will be undertaken. Members of the GHC team will be stationed on duty at each accommodation venue to ensure that delegates comply with these rules. Please listen to their instructions, as they are there to help you and ensure that no one is evicted.
DELEGATE BEHAVIOUR WITHIN PUBLIC PLACES LOST PROPERTY Lost property will be able to be claimed from the AMSA booth in the Tradeshow Hall each day.
DELEGATE BEHAVIOUR WITHIN OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION All accommodation venues have a strict No Party and No Excessive Noise Policy. This will be strictly enforced. Any person(s) found to be creating excessive noise or having a party in their apartment may be evicted without refund with no warning given. Rooms must be maintained in an acceptable state. Delegates must not refuse any reasonable request made by staff for access to the rooms for cleaning or other purposes. Failure to do so will prompt a review of the delegate’s accommodation and/or GHC registration.
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This includes the academic venue, accommodation, bus waiting bays, footpaths, roads, etc.. No alcohol is to be consumed in public places. Failure to do so may result in non-admission to academic sessions, buses and social nights. Delegates are bound by the AMSA terms and conditions which they agreed to at registration. Delegates must be respectful of other guests/ occupants, the GHC team, venue staff and the public at all times, including when entering and exiting the accommodation and all venues. Noise levels are to be kept below what is considered reasonable for that time of day/ night. ‘Reasonable’ will be defined by the GHC team and venue staff. Breaches will prompt a review of stated delegate’s registration. Revealing costumes must be appropriately covered (garbage bags will cover you up and keep you dry in wet weather). Failure to do so may result in nonadmission to buses and social nights.
HUNGRY? Look around? Smell that? NewGHC’s food is second to none, and we can guarantee that you’ll be left full and fully fueled for all the thinking, dancing, and socialising you can handle! Here at GHC, we think that fantastic food is an essential part of running a great conference, so we’ve put a lot of thought into our food choices, and think that you should too! So I know what you’re thinking: “Not another agenda being shoved in my face by a preachy, Doc Martin wearing, animal loving, tree hugging vegetarian trying to take away my lamb chops.” Well rest assured, I’m not here to take away your lamb chops. For me, this conversation has nothing to do with making you do anything. For me, it’s about global health. I love food, like a lot. The only thing that gets me to exercise is the fact that it means I can eat more. I love cooking for friends and sharing meals, and going home to eat my mum’s home-cooked food. Some of my favourite memories involve food. But I also have a complex relationship with food, because I know that what I eat isn’t just about me. Vegetarians and vegans are often painted as emotional, or demanding, or irrational, and I think this is super unfair. I love the taste of meat! I love cheese! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE chocolate. But I don’t think that gives me reasonable justification to eat them whenever I want. We don’t just do whatever we want because we feel like it in any other areas of our lives, and for me, food is the same. I crave meat just like people who eat meat regularly, albeit not that often. However, I make the rational and thoughtful calculation that my taste buds don’t dictate my behaviour, but my values do. And I value the environment, and food sustainability, and reducing my carbon footprint. Did you know that on the average Australian diet, more than a quarter of your carbon emissions come from food? In a time where climate change is already having devastating impacts globally, it is necessary for us to think about how we can do our bit to help! And for most people, the most simple, cost effective way of reducing your source of greenhouse gases is by changing your diet. It can start as simply as deciding to eat meat three times a week, instead of three times a day. So we’ve decided to show you how that can be done. We’ve made the decision to serve meat on some days, and not on other days, and to make most of our meals vegetarian. Here at GHC, we did the maths, and the approximately 634 of you regular meat eaters eating a few more vegetarian meals and a few less serves of meat, we’ve saved 7 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide, which is the average households electricity related CO2 emissions for an entire year. We don’t expect you to walk away from this vowing never to eat meat again, but we do want you to think the next time you are grocery shopping, or packing your lunch, or looking for new recipes to try: can I do more to promote global health? – Adelaide, NewGHC Logistics Officer
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NEX: FLOOR PLAN HUNTER ROOM The Urban Slums Workshop Stream
AUDITORIUM 2 The Disaster Zone Workshop Stream
The Field Hospital Workshop Stream
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CITY VIEW ROOM
TRADESHOW HALL
The WHO Headquarters Workshop Stream
MAIN AUDITORIUM
Plenary Hall & The Global Stage Workshop Stream
LOCATED DOWNSTAIRS
THE LINGHANATHAN ROBERTSON ROOM The Local Network Workshop Stream
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NEWCASTLE POINTS OF INTEREST
1 CAMBRIDGE Social Night 4 Venue 2 SPOTLIGHT For last minute costuming 3 MARKETOWN Shopping Centre 4 IBIS Official Accommodation
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TRAVELODGE Official Accommodation McDONALDS Open 24/7 NEX/ WESTS CITY Academic Venue HONEYSUCLE HOTEL Gala Night Venue
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9 CIVIC PARK Great Pokéstop 10 THE ARGYLE Social Night 1 Venue 11 TOWER CINEMAS Social Night 3 Venue 12 CHRISTCHURCH CATHEDRAL Landmark
13 NEWCASTLE FORSHORE Landmark 14 FORESHORE PARK In the Green Venue 15 NEWCASTLE BEACH Great Beach 16 NOBBY’S BEACH Another Great Beach
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THE ANATOMY OF NEWCASTLE Bathers Way is a 5km coastal walk that takes you on a scenic tour through the Indigenous and convict heritage of Newcastle. Starting at the Nobby’s Headland lighthouse and running all the way to Glenrock Reserve, it passes through many locations for scenery, fun and food. From the picturesque views in King Edwards Park, frolicking in the waves at five Newcastle beaches, relaxing in the ocean baths, to enjoying a craft beer at Merewether Surfhouse or fine dining at Fort Scratchley, there’s plenty of things to do, and not enough time to do it. Darby street is just down the road from the GHC academic venue and accommodation and is where you’ll find the pinnacle of Newcastle café culture. There are loads of trendy bars and cafés, some second hand clothes shops and lots of hipster vibes to soak up. We highly, highly, highly recommend that you swing by The Three Monkeys for a smoothie, it’s an essential Novocastrian experience. Hunter St Mall is situated East of the academic venue, and has an array of shops to suit every need. The only thing that needs to be said about it is “Doughheads”. Civic Park is just down the road from the academic venue and is a nice place to hang out if you’re taking a break from all your global health learning and socialising. Merewether Surfhouse Cafe is our top pick for brunch. There are tonnes of yummy food options catering for all dietary requirements, and the view is 10/10. The Foreshore is one of the many scenic parks in Newcastle, with plenty of space to stretch your legs and enjoy the view! You’ll have a chance to explore it on Monday afternoon at In the Green, but if you’re looking for a sunny picnic spot or Pokémon hot spot, this is the place to be! Pokémon Go, a quest to catch ‘em all. For those budding Pokemon Masters out there, Newcastle has you sorted. From catching Pikachu at the breakwall, to (nearly) 24 hour lures in Civic Park (great views at night), or getting nearly enough CP10 Magikarp at the Foreshore to make something useful, there’s plenty of places to visit around town. Instagramers. You’ve seen the videos, you know there’s a lot to do, and you know your people need to see you doing it. The main suggestions would be ANZAC Walk (at sunrise, sunset or night), the street art in the alleys around Darby St, the craft beer from the various breweries, or, of course, staring at the ocean in yoga pose on Susan Gilmore Beach (a secret beach just north of Bar Beach). Remember to #newghc your IGs though. 18
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PL EAS E R E A D THE #NEWGHC MORNING SHOW Are you an early riser? Do you wake up in the morning screaming “Carpe Diem” (or as a typical Gen Y/Gen Z “YOLO”)? You can’t wait for academic to start? Or are you someone who needs that extra push in the morning? No way are you getting out of bed without solid motivation and a very good reason? INTRODUCING THE MORNING SHOW! Each morning, before the start of academic, we’re bringing you new experiences that are sure to motivate you, get you out of bed and ready for academic. And if that’s not enough, our friendly baristas will be ready to welcome the first 20 delegates with a free coffee.
FOUR WAYS TO KICKSTART YOUR DAY Mindfulness Saturday
On Saturday morning, we’re bringing you Mindfulness meditation. Settle down into your seat and let the lovely Sue Outram guide you through a brief mindfulness meditation. Clear your head from the night before, de-stress and prepare to be fully present for the magnificent academic program.
Fiji Sunday
On Sunday, we’re bringing you “A day in the life of a Fijian Medical Student”. This year, we’re so privileged to host medical students from outside Australia, with Shoma and Keshni joining us all the way from the South West Pacific. Come along and explore the experiences of their lives as medical students in Fiji.
Yoga Monday
Say Namaste to Monday with a gentle yoga class. Open to all, from experienced yogis to first-timers. Wear comfortable clothing (needed for In the Green too) and leave any reservations at the door.
Storytime Tuesday
Finally on Tuesday, short-listed delegates will share their New Stories. This is not to be missed. Come along, support your new friends and prepare to be mindblown, shocked, captivated, heart-broken or left in stitches as five short-listed delegates share their stories.
THIS P A GE! THE #NEWGHC ACADEMIC PROGRAM We are so very excited to present the #NewGHC Academic Program! For the past 18 months we have strive to perfect and deliver a program that will not only inspire you to bring about change, but to challenge your perceptions toward global health, to catalyse new ways of thinking and to encourage innovation and creativity in the ways in which we view our world. We have brought together over 50 passionate speakers and presenters to provide captivating plenary sessions and engaging workshops streams. The adventure to a #NewYou starts here! Our 6 dynamic workshop streams will allow you to take a journey across our world; from the WHO Headquarters in Geneva where world leaders and global health experts discuss and refine health policy, to the front-line of war torn countries and disasters where the most vulnerable flee for the safety of their lives. Our workshop streams will transport you to all corners of the globe allowing you to experience the diversity and breadth of global health. Get ready for a #NewAdventure! – Abbi & Allisa, NewGHC Academic Convenors
SIX WAYS TO SEE GLOBAL HEALTH The Global Stage
Become captivated by the stories of global health leaders and entrepreneurs as they share their life-changing experiences and passion for change.
The Local Network
Why travel across the globe when there are major global health challenges right here in our very own backyard? Join us in the Local Network to think global, start local!
The WHO HQ
Embody world leaders and policy experts to launch and drive campaigns and advocacy.
The Field Hospital
Get ready for some hands-on procedures in resource poor, makeshift settings where clinical skills and a head of knowledge may be your only reserve.
The Disaster Zone
Emergency relief has been called in and there is imminent danger to all citizens. Be prepared for trauma and resuscitation along with mass casualties.
The Urban Slums
Be transported to the slums that are the home to millions of citizens around the globe. Be enlightened toward the challenges they face and the innovations that are reshaping the way they live.
DAY ONE
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
- Confucius
Nice to meet you, where you been? I could show you incredible things. - Taylor Swift, Blank Space
FRIDAY, 26th AUGUST 3.30 pm
OPENING CEREMONY
5.00 pm
The Opening Ceremony will end at 5.00 pm
8.00 pm
SOCIAL NIGHT 1: RUBIK’S CUBE PARTY
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SOCIAL NIGHT 1
RUBIK' S CUBE PARTY THE ARGYLE Buses will loop from 8pm to 9pm between Travelodge and the Argyle. Venue lockout at 9.30pm Buses loop back to Travelodge from 11.30pm to 1am. The night will still be going until late for those keen to party! Delegates can opt to walk to or from the venue, situated 1.4km from Travelodge and 1.3km from Ibis Rubik’s Cube parties are all about making new friends and chatting to new people: start your costume out in clothes you won’t be sad if you don’t see again and get ready for a new wardrobe! Throughout the night, try and ‘solve’ yourself from the multicoloured mess you started as, and finish all in one colour like a Rubik’s Cube! TL;DR Wear a huge rainbow mix of colours to start, make sure they’re clothes you’re happy to swap away and make sure you’re ok with getting them a little messy (#nospoilers).
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DAY TWO
Meet every person with the assumption that they are your equal.
- Julian Burnside
I wish we could all get along like we used to in middle school... I wish I could bake a cake filled with rainbows and smiles and everyone would eat and be happy... - The girl who doesn’t even go here, Mean Girls
SATURDAY, 27th AUGUST 8.30 am
THE MORNING SHOW Mindfulness
9.00 am
JULIAN BURNSIDE AO AQ Barrister and Human Rights Advocate
9.45 am
DR FIONA LANDER Medical Doctor and Human Rights Lawyer This plenary session is proudly sponsored by the University of Newcastle
10.30 am
Morning Tea
11.00 am
WORKSHOP BREAKOUT SESSION 1
12.00 pm
Lunch Refugee and Asylum Seeker Session
1.00 pm
EMMANUEL NDAYISABA Former Refugee and Medical Student DAVID MANNE Human Rights Lawyer DAVID ISAACS Professor of Paediatric Infectious Diseases ALANNA MAYCOCK HARK Refugee Coordinator Hosted by PHIL IRELAND
2.30 pm
Afternoon Tea
3.00 pm
WORKSHOP BREAKOUT SESSION 2
4.00 pm
PHIL IRELAND Director, GetUp!
4.30 pm
Day 2 Academic will end at 4.30 pm
6.30 pm
SOCIAL NIGHT 2: HORROR NIGHT
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SPEAKERS: DAY TWO
JULIAN
BURNSIDE
Julian Burnside is a public figure who needs no introduction. Mr Burnside has not only built a successful career in commercial litigation, but has also contributed significant time to advocating the rights of refugees and asylum seekers, winning the Sydney Peace Prize in 2013 largely for his pro bono work with asylum seekers. He was made an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2009, “for service as a human rights advocate, particularly for refugees and asylum seekers, to the arts as a patron and fundraiser, and to the law.”
FIONA
LANDER
Dr Fiona Lander is a medical doctor and lawyer, presently working as a human rights consultant for the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Geneva. Fiona teaches globally in health and human rights, including at the Copenhagen School of Global Health, and recently completed a Masters of Public Health at the Harvard School of Public Health as a Frank Knox Memorial Fellow. She previously worked for two years in Mumbai, India with the former United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health, Anand Grover. During this time, she completed UN missions in Guatemala, Syria, Ghana and Australia. Fiona has also worked as a commercial lawyer at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, and as a doctor at Austin Health in Victoria and Royal Perth Hospital in Western Australia. She graduated from Monash University in 2009.
PHIL
IRELAND
Dr Phil Ireland is an experienced campaigner and is currently the Managing Director for the Online Progressive Engagement Network (OPEN), which works across some of the world’s largest progressive campaigning organisations. Over the past decade Phil has held senior roles across the NGO sector and union movement. Of note, he has directed several successful political campaigns, served as a senior advisor to The Syria Campaign and led Oxfam’s advocacy with Australia and the Pacific in the United Nations climate change negotiations. He is currently Vice-Chair of the board of the Global Campaign for Climate Action, Director on the board of GetUp! and remains an advisor to several non-profit organisations including the Labor Environmental Action Network. Phil holds a PhD in climate change and development, and has published academic journals, book chapters and articles in public media. He is from Newcastle, and graduated from the University of Newcastle.
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EMMANUEL NDAYISABA “I was born in Rwanda, fifth in a family of one girl and seven boys. My father was a university mathematics professor, as well as mayor of our region, and my mother was a primary school teacher. I was 8 years old when the genocide erupted in my country, and we had to flee our comfortable life to save ourselves. Life was never the same again. We lost relatives, we became refugees, and we endured a good 17 years of a life full of uncertainty and suffering, brought by our refugee status. Unable to go back home, and unable to be recognised in any country, we were left in a limbo where we could not study beyond high school, work or do anything meaningful. We were supposed to be ‘just refugees’ and we had no hope or future. All this changed when we were accepted by Australia as offshore humanitarian refugees. We moved here 5 years ago, and our lives were restored with dignity, opportunities and best of all, identity. Today, I am a postgraduate medical student, something I would not have thought possible had you interviewed me five years ago.”
DAVID
ISAACS
Professor David Isaacs is a Clinical Professor in Paediatric Infectious Diseases at The University of Sydney. He is the Editor in Chief of the Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health. His research is mainly in neonatal infections, respiratory viral infections and immunisation. He loves writing and has published over 350 papers, including 100 papers on ethics, and 10 books on paediatric infectious diseases, neonatal infections and immunisations. In 2004, David started the first Refugee Clinic at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead and is an advocate for children who have suffered or are suffering due to their asylum seeker or refugee status. He plays violin in a local orchestra and loves theatre, art and music.
ALANNA MAYCOCK Alanna Maycock is a registered nurse working in both refugee health and infectious diseases. Alanna has a Masters in Health Science with research examining the barriers accessing health services for refugees and asylum seekers in the UK. Alanna has been working with refugees and asylum seekers in both the government and volunteer sectors of Australia and the UK. She obtained funding to implement a service that treats victims of Gender Based Violence and was the project manager for a scheme that introduced a way for GPs and practice nurses to screen all new migrants who enter the UK for communicable diseases. She is currently the Coordinator for the HARK Clinic that screens, supports and meets the needs of children from refugee backgrounds.
DAVID MANNE David Manne is a human rights lawyer and migration agent, and Executive Director of Refugee Legal. He has worked in various capacities assisting refugees and asylum seekers for over 20 years. In January 2001, he joined Refugee Legal, which has been at the forefront of defending the rights, the dignity and the lives of asylum seekers, refugees and disadvantaged migrants. David sat on the Board of the Refugee Council of Australia for seven years, and currently sits on a number of other non-government Boards, including the Victorian Foundation for Survivors of Torture Ethics Committee, and peak Government consultative bodies. He has also been appointed to the UN High Commissioner for Refugees Advisory Board of Eminent Persons and has been invited to the UN High Commissioner’s Dialogue on Protection Challenges. 31
WORKSHOPS: SESSION 1 THE GLOBAL STAGE
Main Auditorium
Abarna Raj
A Story of Social Enterprise
Abarna Raj is the co-founder and CEO of Palmera. She started her career as a social strategy consultant at Price-WaterhouseCoopers, helping ASX 100 companies create shared value by aligning social impact with overarching business strategy. She then led the sustainability portfolio at Leighton, Australia’s largest construction and mining services company. Following this, she continued her passion for social strategy consulting at Social Ventures Australia, broadening her clientele to government agencies and not-for-profits. In 2014, Abarna co-founded Palmera, a social start up that is helping to change the way that the world tackles poverty by shifting the dial from dependence to dignity. Palmera achieves this by supporting the development and education of micro and small enterprises in post conflict regions. THE LOCAL NETWORK
The Linghanathan Robertson Room
Minto Felix
Making a Case for Change
Remember the week that you survived on beans and rice for Live Below the Line as a keen first year Meddie? As Chief Operations Officer of Oaktree, at the young age of 20, Minto Felix coordinated the Live Below the Line campaign, effectively raising awareness, advocating for policy change and fundraising for education to fight poverty in East Timor, Cambodia, PNG and many other countries. Minto is also a founding board member for the national advocacy program Australians for Mental Health that aims to advocate for raised awareness and change in policies concerning mental health in Australia, and has written about his mission extensively in the Huffington Post and the ABC. In his workshop “Making a Case for Change”, Minto discusses how to most effectively tackle the rising rate of youth suicide at a grassroots level. WHO HEADQUARTERS
City View Room
Dr Brian Fernandes & Dr Nicky Betts
Turning Global Health Idealism into Action
Care about an issue but not sure how to channel this passion into advocacy? Frustrated that your message is not gaining traction? Hear from Dr. Brian Fernandes and Dr. Nicky Betts, two junior doctors who have spent years working in the advocacy and campaigning landscape. In this workshop, they’ll cover the high impact strategies employed by student groups and professional agencies to drive successful advocacy campaigns. They’ll discuss their best tips for framing your message and mobilising politicians. Through this workshop, you’ll be equipped with a toolkit of potent advocacy strategies to achieve tangible outcomes in global health. THE DISASTER ZONE
Auditorium 2
Dr Ray Hodginson & Dr Henry Murray
Perineal Suturing
Perineal tears are a very common injury, with 60-70% of women needing suturing to correct a tear after a vaginal delivery. In this hands-on station, obstetrician and founder of the NGO ‘Australian’s for Women’s Health’ Dr Ray Hodginson with consultants and registrars from the John Hunter Hospital, will guide you through basic suturing techniques and the more advanced skills of perineal tear repair. This workshop is suited to anyone wishing to improve their suturing skills and learn more about the importance of perineal tear repair. THE FIELD HOSPITAL
Auditorium 2
Dr Moussa Farhat
Fracture Management
When working in any field or setting, be it areas of conflict, the developed or the developing world, knowing the basics of orthopaedics and fracture management is of vital importance. In this workshop Dr Farhat will help delegates learn all the essentials while still keeping things fun and hands-on. Every delegate at the workshop will have the opportunity to make their own cast! THE URBAN SLUMS
Hunter Room
Alanta Colley
Just Add (Clean) Water
Poor sanitation is one of the largest threats to global health. Engineers Without Borders Australia is a community organisation that creates social value through engineering with a focus on major humanitarian challenges. Join Alanta Colley from EWB to look at the public health consequences of poor sanitation and how we can take action! If you want to start taking practical action now, this is the workshop for you.
WORKSHOPS: SESSION 2 THE GLOBAL STAGE
Main Auditorium
Prof Micheal Kidd
An Interesting Career in Global Health
Professor Michael Kidd is a General Practitioner and President of the World Organisation of Family Doctors (WONCA). WONCA represents family doctors in over 130 nations and aims to work together to improve the quality of life of the people of the world by supporting the development of family medicine globally. Since 2008, Michael has been an adviser for WHO programs on the primary care management of mental health in the island nations of the Western Pacific region, and on the development of chronic disease prevention and management initiatives. In 2009 he was made a Member of the Order of Australia for his service to medicine and education in the areas of general practice and primary health care. Professor Kidd is currently the Executive Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at Flinders University. He is also the founder and Editor-inChief of the Journal of Medical Case Reports, the world’s first peer-reviewed medical journal dedicated to case reports from all medical disciplines. THE LOCAL NETWORK
The Linghanathan Robertson Room
Dr David Isaacs & Alanna Maycock
Journey of a Refugee
Turn back the boats has become a familiar rhetoric and stories of journey of boat people has been extensively discussed in the media. But what about the stories of those who arrived “legally” (so to say), who waited for years in a “queue” and arrive on the shores of Australia after years of waiting in limbo to reach safety. Dr David Isaacs and Alanna Maycock are best known as the “whisleblowers,” who courageously staked their careers to speak out about the horrific conditions in detention centers. In this workshop, they address how to discuss each individual story to help make the transition easier on newly arrived refugees. WHO HEADQUARTERS
City View Room
Dr Phil Ireland
NGO-based Advocacy
GetUp! is a powerful campaigning community that has crafted countless advocacy strategies for a wide variety of causes and created change through the power of their million members. From marriage equality to university fee deregulation, GetUp! has been a prominent voice in the pertinent issues of our day. In this workshop, you will discover the secrets of their success. Be guided through advocacy case studies by their expert team to see how NGOs approach different issues and stakeholders. Hear about their successes, and learn from their failures – this workshop will be a fascinating insight into mobilising public support and taking action. THE DISASTER ZONE
Auditorium 2
Dr Ray Hodginson & Dr Henry Murray
Obstetric Emergency Skills
Everyday, 830 women will die from preventable causes related to their pregnancy or childbirth, with 99% of these deaths occurring in the developing world. This workshop will provide you with hands on experience in managing obstetric emergencies. You will receive specialised tuition in postpartum haemorrhage, shoulder dystocia and breech delivery. A must-go-to if you are undertaking an overseas placement or about to begin your Obstetrics and Gynaecology rotation. THE FIELD HOSPITAL
Auditorium 2
Dr Leon Kleinman & Dr Moussa Farhat
Laceration and Tendon Repair
In settings of disaster and war-torn areas, acute traumatic lacerations are one of the most common presenting injuries to a field hospital. How do they present? And how are they managed? This workshop will cover ways to manage laceration injuries, exploring basic and advanced suturing techniques for laceration-injury repair in the context of wound management. THE URBAN SLUMS
Hunter Room
Joanne Jakovich
Designing Cities: The Challenges of Urban Planning & the Impact on Health
Cities undergoing rapid growth and rapid population influx present a unique and important challenge to urban planners, governments and the inhabitants themselves. It’s a classic problem of supply and demand, where limited space and resources are available to satisfy the many needs of the population. These dilemmas are heightened in low- and middle-income settings. This workshop will explore these challenges, and force delegates to make the hard decisions about what is important for their city and the health of their population. If games like Sim City have ever sparked your imagination, this is a workshop not to be missed.
SOCIAL NIGHT 2
HORROR NIGHT VENUE C L A S S I F I E D Bus times will be allocated, but please be ready to leave by 6.30pm, as all buses will be leaving in short successions after that! Buses will depart from NEX, Ibis and Travelodge. Buses will start running from the C L A S S I F I E D Venue to Travelodge at 10pm. The party ends, and last bus will depart from the C L A S S I F I E D Venue at 11.30pm. “We make up horrors to help us cope with the real ones.” – Stephen King The mystery venue is a little non-traditional and a little spooky, perfect for a night to scare! Bring cash (cash only), your scariest costumes, and be ready for a hauntingly good night.
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DAY THREE
If we want our species to survive in the long term, human beings cannot afford to stop reaching for the stars.
- Peter Doherty
You’ve been hanging with the unloved kids Who you never really liked and you never trusted But you are so magnetic, you pick up all the pins Never committing to anything You don’t pick up the phone when it ring, ring, rings Don’t be so pathetic, just open up and sing - Marina and the Diamonds, I Am Not a Robot
S UNDAY, 28th AUGUST 8.30 am
THE MORNING SHOW A Day in the Life of a Fijian Medical Student
9.00 am
John Irvine Hunter Memorial Plenary Session PETER DOHERTY AC Nobel Laureate and author of Knowledge Watrs
9.45 am
MINTO FELIX Mental Health Advocate This plenary session is proudly sponsored by MIPS and Work the World
10.30 am
Morning Tea
11.00 am
WORKSHOP BREAKOUT SESSION 3
12.00 pm
Lunch “Unspoken Voices” Session
1.00 pm
KHADIJA GBLA Survivor of and activist against FGM KATHLEEN THOMAS MSF Doctor This plenary session is proudly sponsored by the University of Sydney
2.30 pm
Afternoon Tea
3.00 pm
WORKSHOP BREAKOUT SESSION 4
4.00 pm
ALANTA COLLEY Engineers Without Borders
4.30 pm
DR NICK CHAPMAN Medical Doctor and Director of Policy Cures
5.00 pm
Day 3 Academic will end at 5.00 pm
7.00 pm
SOCIAL NIGHT 3: PYJAMA PARTY
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SPEAKERS: DAY THREE PETER
DOHERTY
Professor Peter Doherty AC is a Laureate for the Nobel Prize in Medicine “for their discoveries concerning the specificity of the cell mediated immune defence,” and an Australian of the Year. Professor Doherty grew up in Brisbane and attended veterinary school at the University of Queensland, before completing his PhD at Edinburgh University. He took up a post-doctoral position with the John Curtin School of Medicine Research, where he researched how the body’s immune cells protect against viruses. He made a breakthrough in discovering the role of T cells in the immune system, for which, he received the Nobel Prize in 1996, and was named Australian of the Year in 1997. Professor Doherty will be delivering the 2016 John Irvine Hunter Memorial Lecture.
MINTO
FELIX
Passionate about young people from all walks of life being able to realise their full potential, Minto works at Monash University across a range of projects and programs, with a particular focus on the mental health of staff and students. Outside Monash, Minto chairs the Board of Australia’s largest LGBT youth organisation, Minus18, and was one of the founders of the Australians for Mental Health Campaign – a grassroots movement working towards improving mental healthcare in Australia. Minto is a sought after commentator on mental health issues, and regularly writes for the Age, Crikey, the Huffington Post, and the ABC Drum. He is also completing his final year of a Masters in Health Administration
NICK
CHAPMAN
Nick has extensive experience in health policy and practice as a doctor, researcher and analyst, specialising in innovation and neglected disease policies since 2010. In his role with Policy Cures, Nick has managed projects for governments, major philanthropic organisations and public-private partnerships. His experience includes work on research tracking, strategy development, funding gap analysis and innovative financing mechanisms. Nick has also played an active role in Policy Cures’ efforts to raise the profile of global health R&D in Australia. Nick is a guest lecturer at the University of Sydney, an expert advisor on R&D to the Access to Medicines Index, and in 2013 was recognised by the Lowy Institute for International Policy as one of its ‘new voices’ in international policy.
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ALANTA
COLLEY
Alanta’s community development experience spans Asia and Africa, including time with the United Nations in Cambodia and clinics in Timor-Leste. Having completed her Masters in International Public Health, Alanta spent 2 years conducting village-level public health interventions in Uganda. With Engineers Without Borders, she spent 4 years building and supporting partnerships between Aboriginal communities across Australia and engineering organisations, with a focus on increasing cultural awareness across the engineering sector. She now leads international study tours in Cambodia and India, focused on training engineering students in human-centered design.
KHADIJA
GBLA
“There are so many women out there who have gone through FGM who have infertility. I know a nine-year-old girl who has incontinence, constant infections, pain. It’s that gift. It doesn’t stop giving. It affects every area of your life, and this happened to me because I was born a girl in the wrong place. That’s why it happened to me. I channel all that anger, all that pain, into advocacy because I needed my pain to be worth something.” Khadija, born in Sierra Leone, sought refuge with her family in Australia in 2001 after enduring a civil war within her homeland. At a very young age, Khadija experienced extremely negative life changing events, yet she remained truly optimistic. During such times, Khadija passionately attended school and utilised the power of education as her escape from the struggles that surrounded her. Today, Khadija is the owner of many prestigious accolades including Young SA of the Year and is the CEO of her own Cultural consultancy.
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THOMAS
Kathleen is an MSF Doctor at Aleppo Paediatric Hospital in Syria, Kunduz Trauma Centre in Afghanistan, and Shire Hospital in Yemen. There is an old saying that when you kill a doctor you kill 100 people. Kathleen Thomas has been to hell and back after witnessing the Kunduz Trauma Centre Bombing by US Forces that killed 42 people. The systematic bombings of hospitals around the world shows a disregard for international humanitarian law and shakes the foundations that medical practitioners in conflict zones across the world practice on. In the wake of recent bombings across hospitals in conflict zones, are hospitals a legitimate military target, and what is the future of critical care in war zones? 41
WORKSHOPS: SESSION 3 THE GLOBAL STAGE
Main Auditorium
Dr Michelle Scoular & Dr Rebecca Iser
Experiences from PNG
Learn about healthcare in Australia’s closest neighbour, Papua New Guinea. Doctors and researchers who have worked in Papua New Guinea will share their expereinces about working in this culturally vibrant pacific nation. Dr Michelle Scoullar is a paediatrician and global health specialist. Michelle recently returned from living and working in PNG for the Burnet Institute as the Research Program Manager for Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies. Rebecca Mitchell is a fourth-year RANZCOG trainee with interests in global health and medical education. She currently works at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, but has worked throughout regional Victoria, NSW and Queensland. In 2014, Rebecca completed an Australian Volunteers for International Development assignment in Madang, Papua New Guinea as Visiting Clinical Lecturer in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Divine Word University. THE LOCAL NETWORK
The Linghanathan Robertson Room
Dr Tinashe Dune, Dr Katie Wynne, Keate Walker & Belinda Mason
LGBTQ and What the Rest of the Alphabet Means
Despite recent advances in the political rights for the LGBTQIA community, major healthcare issues remain poorly understood and unaddressed. This panel of experts includes an introduction to LGBTQIA Health and demystifying the LGBTQIA acronym by Dr Tinashe Dune, a PhD in sexual marginalisation and health inequities, an introduction to Transgender Health by Dr Katie Wynne and Keate Walker, Endocrinologist and RN from the John Hunter Hospital, and an introduction to living with Disability and being a part of the LGBTQIA community by Belinda Mason, a multi-award winning freelance professional photographer. WHO HEADQUARTERS
City View Room
Dr Jon Edwards & Dr Pat Ranald
Name Your Price
Shrouded in mystery, the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement has been a hotly debated topic as of late. A free trade agreement sounds like an excellent idea in theory, but at what price? Dr Pat Ranald, Convenor of the Australian Fair Trade and Investment Network, will be leading a fascinating discussion on the TPPA. An exploration of how economic policy has the potential to dramatically affect healthcare, both in Australia and in developing countries. This workshop will highlight how policy and advocacy have real-world outcomes. THE DISASTER ZONE
Auditorium 2
Dr Ray Hodginson & Dr Henry Murray
Perineal Suturing
Perineal tears are a very common injury, with 60-70% of women needing suturing to correct a tear after a vaginal delivery. In this hands-on station, obstetrician and founder of the NGO ‘Australian’s for Women’s Health’ Dr Ray Hodginson with consultants and registrars from the John Hunter Hospital, will guide you through basic suturing techniques and the more advanced skills of perineal tear repair. This workshop is suited to anyone wishing to improve their suturing skills and learn more about the importance of perineal tear repair. THE FIELD HOSPITAL
Auditorium 2
Dr Paul Alexander, Dr Ricardo Hamilton & Dr Penny Burns
Triaging in Disaster Zones
Being able to triage effectively is an essential part of good medical practice. In a scenario where there are insufficient resources to address the needs of all, triaging is essential in the evaluation and categorisation of the sick and wounded, and to prioritise patient treatment. Dr Paul Alexander, former Australian Defense Force with over 30 years experience in the field, is here to talk through triaging in disaster zones, and run through a practical GHC triage simulation. In a developing country, where resources are scarce and access is severely limited, to whom do you direct resources? How is this decided? THE URBAN SLUMS
Hunter Room
Pollinate Energy, Alanta Colley & Graham Brewer
Life and Health in Slums
Enlightening panel discussion regarding the many determinants of health that are affected from living in slums. Pollinate Energy is an NGO focused on energy poverty with an aim to improve the lives of India’s urban poor by giving them access to sustainable products that make their lives better. Alanta Colley is from Engineers Without Borders Australia with a strong interest and background in public health, and Graham Brewer is the Executive Director of CIFAL Newcastle- a branch of the UN which acts as UNITAR’s base for capacity building in relation to sustainable development across the Pacific region.
WORKSHOPS: SESSION 4 THE GLOBAL STAGE
Main Auditorium
Run To Better Days
Effective Alturism
Since their inception, charities have been imploring us to open our hearts and wallets to donate to those less fortunate, no matter what or where the cause. In recent years, donors are expecting better accountability and evidence of actual benefit and cost-effectiveness with the charity dollar. What if your decision to choose one charity over another could save even more lives? What if your decision to choose one charity over another cost lives? Effective altruism is a movement gaining traction around the world; it is the idea that you combine your heart and your head to make the best choice to save the most lives possible. Three speakers from Run to Better Days, Laura Koefler, intern, and Simon Johnson and Matthias Wust, medical students, show you how you can achieve 10 times more with any donation, and present the argument that you should care about giving more and giving better. THE LOCAL NETWORK
The Linghanathan Robertson Room
Khadija Gbla
Girl Power
Khadija is an outspoken and courageous advocate for young women from vulnerable populations. Since migrating to Australia, Khadija has successfully launched multiple projects including a motivational speaking, cross-cultural training and consulting firm. Her most recent venture has been organising a series of workshops for young women, addressing issues such as body image, domestic violence and female circumcision. At GHC 2016, Khadija will use her experiences to explore the often forgotten issues surrounding domestic violence and how we as medical students can best care for these vulnerable populations. WHO HEADQUARTERS
City View Room
Dr Jacqueline Ho
Campaigning 101
How does an individual start a movement? Can you really change the world? In Campaigning 101, learn about the steps needed to create a campaign and find out how to successfully reach mass groups of people. Dr Jacqueline Ho, past AMSA Events Coordinator, National Training Director and current junior doctor at St Vincent’s Hospital, will reveal all, taking you through case studies of the campaigns that have created media storms and translated into tangible change. Work with your peers to create your own global health campaign plan, and leave with the skills to put it into action. THE DISASTER ZONE
Auditorium 2
Dr Kevin Baker
Critical Care in Disaster Zones
When working as a doctor in a war zone or area of disaster, confidence in critical care is paramount. This practical based workshop will rotate delegates through a series of critical care and anesthetics related stations, where skills learnt will be applicable in developing world emergency settings where resources are scarce. Think emergency tracheotomy using a blade and your finger, and point of care ultrasound as a potentially life saving technology. This workshop will be run by Dr Kevin Baker, an anaesthetist with extensive experience working with MSF. THE FIELD HOSPITAL
Auditorium 2
Dr Kathleen Thomas
Resuscitaiton and Trauma Management
Wondering how you will manage under the stress of a real emergency scenario? Do you want to improve your skills in trauma management and resuscitation? Then this is the workshop for you! Managing acute injury, bleeding injuries and keeping patients stable are skills essential to all doctors, but having these skills become even more important in situations where supplies are minimal. Dr Thomas, with her firsthand experience in Kunduz, will help delegates work though scenarios and learn the principles of trauma management. THE URBAN SLUMS
Hunter Room
Dr Jagnoor Jagnoor
Injuries in the Developing World
Injuries contribute to significant medical, psychological, social and financial burdens worldwide – causing over 5 million deaths per year, ninety percent of which occurring in low- and middle-income countries. Once considered random, unavoidable accidents, injuries are now the target of focused public health prevention programs. Join Dr Jagnoor from the George Institute for Global Health in a discussion about the nature of injuries worldwide, and injury prevention in low resource settings. In particular, she will share her insight into acid burn injuries in Bangladeshi women, and their prospects for burn rehabilitation.
pyjama party SOCIAL NIGHT 3
TOWER CINEMAS & COOKS HILL SURFHOUSE No buses to the venue will be provided. The venue is a 1.4km walk from Ibis and 1.5km walk from Travelodge. The movie will start at 7.15pm at Tower Cinemas. Buses will loop between Tower Cinemas, ANZAC Walk, Cooks Hill Surfhouse and Travelodge from 9.15pm to 11.15pm. Dress up in some comfy pyjamas. We’re dimming the lights, and toning things down. Sunday night is going to be a relaxing one to recharge your batteries. We’ve got our own private cinema, some snacks, and plenty of opportunity for a bit of snuggling. Weather pending, we’ll wrap this date night up by transporting you to the start of the most famous walk in Newcastle, along a gorgeous walk bridge, under the stars and along the coastline, to our second venue, where some hot drinks and bickys await, before you get tucked into bed. Bring something warm so you can wrap yourself up for the walk at the end. No alcohol will be served this evening, so we hope you make the most of your headache-free morning and a great night’s rest.
DAY FOUR
Some scientists believe climate change is the cause of unprecedented melting of the North Pole, and that effects these very uncertain weather patterns. I think we should listen to those scientists and experts.
- Dalai Lama
Heathcliff, it’s me, Cathy Come home, I’m so cold! Let me in-a-your window - Kate Bush, Wuthering Heights
MONDAY, 29th AUGUST 8.30 am
THE MORNING SHOW Yoga
9.00 am
SUDHVIR SINGH Medical Doctor and Policy Director for EAT
9.45 am
WORKSHOP BREAKOUT SESSION 5
10.30 am
Morning Tea “Climate Change and our Environment” Session
11.00 pm
BLAIR PALESE CEO, 350.org JACQUI FETCHET Global Voices JESSICA CHRISTIANSEN-FRANKS CEO, Co-Design
12.00 pm
IN THE GREEN
4.00 pm
In the Green will end at 4.00 pm
7.00 pm
SOCIAL NIGHT 4: A GOOD OL’ FASHIONED PARTY
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SPEAKERS: DAY FOUR SUDHVIR
SINGH
Dr Sudhvir Singh is the Policy Director for EAT, a Foundation based in Scandinavia focused on bringing public health and environmental sustainability expertise together to design global food system solutions. Sudhvir graduated top of his class at the Auckland School of Medicine, where he also studied a postgraduate degree in Environmental Health. Sudhvir spent several years leading the organisation ‘Generation Zero’, winning campaigns for better transport, urban design & climate change policy, as well as chairing the Doctors-in-Training Council of the New Zealand Medical Association.
BLAIR
PALASE
Blair is the co-founder and CEO of 350.org Australia, building a movement to address the climate crisis through fossil fuel divestment and halting new fossil fuel projects in Australia. Previously, Blair was Communications Director for Greenpeace International in London and Head of PR for The Body Shop. Before moving from her home in the US, Blair was Communications Director for Greenpeace USA and worked for a number of media outlets. In Australia, Blair has worked as editor-in-chief of Greenpages magazine and a long-time assessment chair for The Green Building Council of Australia. Blair has advised the NSW Government’s Sustainable Energy Development Authority and Building Sustainability Index programs.
JACQUI
FETCHET
Jacqui currently works for the NSW Government as an environmental lawyer. She has experience in the community, government and private sectors in Australia, and volunteer experiences from community development projects in Indonesia and Mexico. Jacqui completed the Centre for Sustainability Leadership Fellowship in 2014 and won a Global Voices Scholarship to attend COP21 in Paris in 2015. She is also on the Board of Pingala, Sydney’s community energy co-operative. Jacqui is excited to be the Program Leader for the Renewable Cities Young Ambassadors Program and is motivated to work with inspiring young people to promote renewable energy in our local communities.
JESSICA CHRISTIANSEN-FRANKS Jessica is CEO of CoDesign Studio - a design and placemaking consultancy dedicated to reinventing Australian Neighbourhoods. She has spent the past decade looking into the social impacts of urbanisation, including identity construction in existing and emerging communities and social marginalisation of urban migrants. Her globe-trotting experience covers urban design and urban regeneration projects across Australia, the United Kingdom and Canada, as well as India and Vietnam, with public and private sector clients including the World Bank and donor agencies. 48
WORKSHOPS: SESSION 5 THE GLOBAL STAGE
Main Auditorium
Presented by the University of Sydney, Professor Bob Cumming, Professor of Epidemiology and Director of the Master of International Public Health (MIPH) program at the University of Sydney Professor Bob Cumming is a trained doctor and epidemiologist who has dedicated his career to studying the health of older Australians. In the last 10 years he has expanded this research to look at non-communicable diseases and ageing in developing countries, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Bob is passionate about conducting research that will contribute to improving the health of older people. THE LOCAL NETWORK
The Linghanathan Robertson Room
Belinda Mason, Liam Knierim & Denise Beckwith
Let’s Talk about Sex
Meet Belinda Mason a multi-award winning freelance professional photographer and creator of the Outing Disability photograph series, Denise Beckwith who will be speaking on behalf of Touching Base, an organisation which aims to connect sex workers to people with disability, and Liam Knierim who is a founding member of Blur Projects, an organisation which has been creating art and media platforms to explore key social issues. They will be discussing their work experience in empowering disabled people to find their sexuality. WHO HEADQUARTERS
City View Room
A/Prof Adam Kamradt-Scott
Dr WHO
So who is the WHO? We’ve all heard the name countless times, but what does it really do, and how does it operate in the multi-dimensional global health sphere? Associate Professor Adam Kamradt-Scott is a World Health Organisation expert with years of experience in global health security and international relations. In this workshop, you will learn about how advocacy and policy function on a world stage. Discover how governments and multilateral organisations interact when global health threats occur. A/Prof Kamradt-Scott will give you an insider’s perspective on the history and functioning of the WHO, and what it is like to be involved with this powerful organisation. THE DISASTER ZONE THE FIELD HOSPITAL Dr Hugh Taylor
Auditorium 2 Eye Health in Indigenous Australia
Dr Hugh Taylor is the epitome of a doctor who has combined specialised medical skills with a passion for global medicine and health equity, and who has balanced clinical practice with a strong involvement in health policy, education, and public health. Driven by humanitarian interests, Dr Taylor has worked in some of the most developing parts of the world, from Tanzania to Vietnam. He has been a pivotal leader in improving the status of eye health in Indigenous Australians in his role as the Associate Director of the National Trachoma and Eye Health Program, alongside the late Fred Hollows. While becoming the most widely published ophthalmologist in Australia, Dr Taylor worked with the World Health Organisation to design public health initiatives, and developed a Masters Public Health program in America with the aim of equipping health care professionals to become meaningful agents in preventing blindness. In this interactive session, Dr Taylor will share with us some of his insights into global ophthalmology and Indigenous Australian eye health, while discussing the marriage of clinical medicine and advocacy in a global health environment. THE URBAN SLUMS
Hunter Room
Dr Justin Richards & Dr Kypros Kypri
Preventing Non-Communicable Diseases in Low Resource Settings
Non-communicable diseases are no longer confined to the developed world; rapidly becoming more pronounced in lowand middle-income countries. These countries are increasingly having to manage the ‘double burden’ of communicable and non-communicable disease. Join Dr Justin Richards and Dr Kypros Kypri in considering the impact and prevention of NCDs in low resource settings. Dr Richards will share his experience in developing sport-for-development initiatives, and the impact of activity on physical and mental health. Dr Kypri will be sharing his expertise in the impact of alcohol and smoking in Bhutan and Bangladesh, and the impact of public policy on disease
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in the green You’ve had an amazing weekend of inspirational speakers and educational workshops, and by Monday afternoon, you’re ready for some global health in action! In The Green is your very own outdoor global health festival with tonnes of food, fun activities and time to relax. After Monday morning’s Academic Program, buses from the academic venue will take you the short distance through our beautiful city to the Foreshore Park. Right next to the water, our sprawling green park will be your area to discover for the entire afternoon. Be prepared for a truly Novocastrian experience! Get ready to try African drumming rhythms and attempt to do that yoga pose you never imagined you could do. Pick up some dessert as you sit in our community garden, and grab your friends and picnic blanket to sing along with a local Newcastle musician. Learn about grassroots organisations and discover what opportunities you have for the future. Take your new ideas and meet new friends who share similar passions. Who knows what new things you will find In The Green!
Timeline Academic ends at 12pm
Location Buses from NEX
Buses to Foreshore park In the Green starts at 12:30pm
Foreshore Park, Newcastle
Buses back starts at 3:30pm In the Green finishes at 4pm
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a good ol’ fashioned party THE CAMBRIDGE
No buses will be provided.
The venue is 750m from Travelodge and 500m from Ibis.
“Ooooh! Somebody stop me!” – Jim Carrey, The Mask Usually we don’t live in the past, but tonight, let’s make an exception. Tonight is throwback night, just for the #memorymonday pics. Get ready to be transported back in time, so dress accordingly, please. Tonight’s the night to get your boogie on to some of our favourite tunes, so get ready to groove the night away! Let loose, get naughty, party like you’ll never hit forty.
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DAY FIVE
Be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and others have greatness thrust upon them.
- William Shakespeare, Twelfth Night
But my mom says I’m cool. - Milhouse, The Simpsons
TUESDAY, 30th AUGUST 8.30 am
THE MORNING SHOW New Stories
9.00 am
ELLIOT COSTELLO Founder Y-GAP
9.45 am
BRETT DE HOEDT Journalist and social marketing consultant
10.30 am
Morning Tea
11.00 am
WORKSHOP BREAKOUT SESSION 6
12.00 pm
Lunch
1.00 pm
SUMAN MAJUMDER Infectious Disease Specialist and Fellow at the Burnet Institute
1.30 pm
CLOSING OF THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM
2.00 pm
CLOSING CEREMONY
3.00 pm
Day 5 Academic will end at 3.00 pm
5.45 pm
GALA NIGHT: ILLUMINATE
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SPEAKERS: DAY FIVE ELLIOT
COSTELLO
Elliot is a social entrepreneur who, in 2008, co-founded YGAP, an organisation that believes a world without poverty is possible. YGAP finds and supports impact entrepreneurs changing lives in some of the world’s toughest communities because they believe local leaders have the solutions to local problems. To date, YGAP has significantly and measurably improved the lives of 140 000 people living in poverty and aim to back 1 000 entrepreneurs and impact one million lives by 2018. YGAP raises funds through an entrepreneurial approach, owning and running profitable social ventures and fundraising campaigns to fund their work in the field. Elliot has been invited to speak at the United Nations (UN) in New York and at several UN and leading social enterprise conferences across the Middle East and Asia. He is a leading voice on youth issues, social entrepreneurship and innovative fundraising in Australia.
BRETT
DE
HOEDT
Brett is a journalist, social marketing speaker and consultant who uses the power of media for public health promotion. Ranging from issues including hepatitis prevention, sexual slavery, disability employment and local government health promotion, Brett has used his media experience to advocate on core issues of social justice and draw attention to vital health areas often neglected by mass media.
SUMAN
MAJUMDAR
Suman is an infectious diseases specialist and Senior Fellow at the Burnet Institute who works in global health delivery and research with the vision of achieving global health equity. Suman works in partnerships with people, communities, organisations and governments in low and middle-income countries to respond to infectious diseases with a specific focus on tuberculosis, drugresistance, health systems strengthening and capacity building. He has worked in Papua New Guinea, Myanmar, Timor-Leste, China, India, Nepal, Mexico, Swaziland and regions of the former Soviet Union, including work with Médecins Sans Frontières.
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WORKSHOPS: SESSION 6 THE GLOBAL STAGE
Main Auditorium
Natasha Akib
Digital Stories
Digital Stories creates stories for social impact. Hear Natasha Akib talk about the amazing craftsmanship and unique approach to fancy-film making. THE LOCAL NETWORK
The Linghanathan Robertson Room
Fiona Armstrong
Climate Change - How Can You Make a Difference?
Fiona Armstrong is the founder and executive director of the Climate and Health Alliance, an Australian coalition of healthcare stakeholders working to promote climate action, and a leading advocate for climate and health policy. She initiated an advocacy campaign for a National Strategy on Climate, Health and Wellbeing for Australia in 2016. She is the lead author of the 2012 DOHA Declaration on Climate, Health and Wellbeing, and author of many seminal reports including Coal and Health in the Hunter: Lessons from One Valley for the World, Our Uncashed Dividend: The Health Benefits of Climate Action, producer of the film The Human Cost of Power, and a co-founder and director of CLIMARTE: Arts for a Safe Climate. Fiona Armstrong will lead an interactive workshop on how we can all advocate and how we can change our actions to reduce the health impacts on climate change. WHO HEADQUARTERS
City View Room
Dr Linda Calabresi, Dr Dave Townsend & Brett de Hoedt
#LikeShareAdvocate
From TV to Twitter, as media platforms grow, so can your impact. Whether your preferred mode of communication is speaking, writing or tweeting, you can use your talents to advocate for causes you are passionate about. Brett de Hoedt is a journalist and social marketing speaker, who uses the media for public health promotion. Dr Linda Calabresi is the medical editor of Australian Doctor and has been a GP for over 20 years. Dr David Townsend is a branding and marketing consultant and creator of medical campaigns including #scrapthecap. Together, this power panel will discuss their experiences with media and advocacy, and answer your questions on using media to make your voice heard. THE DISASTER ZONE
Auditorium 2
Dr David McKeag
Ophthalmology in the Developing World
In developed-world medical practice, we often rely on complex technology and controlled environments to obtain accurate information about a person’s sight. In settings of war and disaster however, an ophthalmoscope may be the only thing between you and saving a person’s vision. Used correctly, an ophthalmoscope has varied applications and is a powerful tool to triage, asses and diagnose eye conditions. Dr David McKeag is a general ophthalmologist and oculoplastic surgeon from Newcastle. He has worked in Zimbabwe, Nepal and Papua New Guinea with the Fred Hollows Foundation and has a continuing interest in developing world ophthalmology. He will be talking particularly about cataract surgical techniques in these areas and also offering a practical workshop in the use of ophthalmic instruments. THE FIELD HOSPITAL
Auditorium 2
Dr Vicky Sheppard
Patient 0 - Disease Outbreak
Disease outbreak is always serious, but becomes exponentially so when we look at factors that influence disease spread - poor environments and our vulnerable populations. Consider the Zika virus and ebola – who is at risk here? Come hear about the whats and whys of infectious diseases from a disease outbreak expert, before we simulate a practical, hands-on GHC disease outbreak of our own. Who is patient 0? And how do we find them? THE URBAN SLUMS
Hunter Room
Naomi Francis
Understanding Menstrual Hygiene Management
Join Naomi Francis from the Nossal Institute for Global Health to learn about a very often overlooked component of global health – menstrual hygiene. This women’s health issue is enormous with many girls and women facing challenges with managing their periods safely. In addition to persisting taboos, women and girls’ capacity to manage their periods is affected by a number of other factors including limited access to affordable and hygienic sanitary materials and disposal options leaving many to manage their periods in ineffective, uncomfortable and unhygienic ways. So what can you do to help? Come along to be educated, up-skilled, and inspired. 59
GALA NIGHT
ILLUMINATE HONEYSUCKLE HOTEL Buses will start looping between Travelodge and Honeysuckle Hotel from 5.45pm. Buses will loop between the Honeysuckle Hotel, an afterparty, and Travelodge between 10.00pm to 10.45pm. Delegates can opt to walk to the venue, situated 1.5km from Travelodge and 1.2km from Ibis.
“I advocate glamour. Every day. Every minute.” – Dita von Teese Get your formal wear on and get ready to celebrate - the Honeysuckle Hotel is a beautiful venue on Newcastle’s renowned foreshore, so pictures will be on peak! For the final night, let’s toast to a fabulous week with new friends – it won’t be goodbye forever, but let’s party like it is!
ABOUT AMSA & AMSA GLOBAL HEALTH
AMSA is the peak representative body for medical students in Australia. AMSA exists to connect, inform and represent each of the 17 000 medical students at Australia’s 20 medical schools. AMSA’s core operations include advocacy, events, projects and publications. Each of the 20 medical schools in Australia elects a representative to sit on AMSA Council, which is the primary decision-making body of the association. AMSA advocates for medical students through policy development, advocacy campaigns and representation to governments, universities and relevant medical and medicopolitical bodies. AMSA has a strong grass-roots approach to policy development, whereby ThinkTanks produce and review policy and other initiatives. These are chaired by local AMSA Reps at medical schools throughout the country. AMSA’s events are renowned for their social, educational and leadership programs. The events calendar kicks off in May, with AMSA’s premier event, the National Leadership Development Seminar (NLDS). In July, AMSA runs its famed National Convention, held annually since 1960 and is the world’s largest entirely student-run event. AMSA’s Global Health Conference (GHC) runs each August, with over 700 delegates passionate about innovation and equity in global health. AMSA’s projects span topics from rural health to refugee health, LGBT health, climate change and everything in between. AMSA’s Mental Health Campaign aims to improve medical student mental health and wellbeing. Vampire Cup unites AMSA and the Red Cross to pit medical schools against one another in a race to donate blood, registering 1800 donations a year. AMSA Academy is an online education platform running courses on global, sexual and mental health, and more. AMSA produces many publications which are distributed electronically and in hard copy. The 2016 Internship & Residency Guide recently helped many final-year students in applying for their internships. Keep an eye out for Panacea to read opinion and creative pieces written by fellow medical students, released twice a year.
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AMSA Global Health is AMSA’s largest Committee and the peak representative body for Australian medical students with an interest in global health, whether that is an emerging curiosity or an established passion. We exist to engage, represent and empower you to take effective action on global health through a range of activities and advocacy initiatives. We aspire to cultivate a hub of inspiration, education and opportunities in global health. The Committee is comprised of two bodies; a national Management Team and the AMSA Global Health Council. The Council is the decision-making body that includes a representative of each University’s Global Health Group (GHG). The 20 GHGs, and the hundreds of active and passionate members they represent, are the true change-makers within our community. The Management Team is responsible for supporting these grassroots activities, as well as coordinating initiatives on a national level. Applications for our 2017 Management Team are now open and close on September 4th. Visit the Elections Event Page to find out about this excellent opportunity to engage and upskill in global health within AMSA. AMSA Global Health coordinates AMSA’s global health related projects and policy, and is always looking for passionate new volunteers. The three national projects are on asylum seeker and refugee health (Crossing Borders for Health), climate change and health (Code Green), and sexual health and HIV/AIDS (Red Party). In 2016, we are setting in place the foundations for a new initiative on non-communicable diseases. AMSA Global Health has also launched an online Projects Pool to strengthen GHG collaboration and an Alumni Network to provide career inspiration and guidance, and an avenue for continued involvement after graduation. The Committee has a big focus on up-skilling and education. Some of these activities include the online AMSA Academy modules AMSA Global Academy or Pre-Departure Training, the internationally-accredited Training New Trainers workshop, or writing for our peer-reviewed global health journal Vector. To take training and advocacy to the global level, you can join the AMSA Delegation, led by AMSA Global Health, at one of the IFMSA conferences. AMSA Global Health is always looking for fresh faces to lead and volunteer in the Committee – many of our volunteers start their global health journey after attending GHC! Consider applying for the Management Team this week, and do not hesitate to contact the Co-Chairs, Erin and Bethany, with any questions!
The cat went here and there And the moon spun round like a top, And the nearest kin of the moon, The creeping cat, looked up. Black Minnaloushe stared at the moon, For, wander and wail as he would, The pure cold light in the sky Troubled his animal blood. Minnaloushe runs in the grass Lifting his delicate feet. Do you dance, Minnaloushe, do you dance? When two close kindred meet. What better than call a dance? Maybe the moon may learn, Tired of that courtly fashion, A new dance turn. Minnaloushe creeps through the grass From moonlit place to place, The sacred moon overhead Has taken a new phase. Does Minnaloushe know that his pupils Will pass from change to change, And that from round to crescent, From crescent to round they range? Minnaloushe creeps through the grass Alone, important and wise, And lifts to the changing moon His changing eyes. - William Butler Yeats