In addition to professionals, clinicians and academics, the 9th Asia/Oceanic Regional Congress
Organizing Committee also wishes to invite international and local student and emerging
researchers to the event. In keeping with the Congress theme “Ageing well together: Regional
perspectives” we believe it is imperative we have the individuals present who will drive the ageing
agenda in the Asia/Oceania region for years to come.
For those with academic drive who are passionate about gerontology and geriatrics, attendance at
the 9th IAGG Asia/Oceania Regional Congress guarantees a first class scientific program, delivered
by local and international experts in their field. The Congress boasts a significant program that offers
networking opportunities and that aims to promote greater coverage of students' and emerging
researchers' topics. Specifically, the Congress has an extensive program organised for students,
including a dinner, seminars and other social events to ensure that networking opportunities with
other emerging researchers is maximised. Hosted by the region’s most active student group, the
Australian Association of Gerontology Student division, attendance at the 9th Asia/Oceanic Regional
Congress promises students and emerging researchers an invaluable conference experience.
Workshops
Several workshops within the conference program, to be held on Sunday October 23, will be of
interest and relevance to students and emerging researchers.
After the PhD
Developing an academic career
Writing and reviewing for scholarly journals
Bursaries
The Australian Association of Gerontology (AAG) and the New Zealand Association of Gerontology
are hosting the 9th IAGG Asia / Oceania Regional Congress of Gerontology and Geriatrics conference.
As part of their mission to strongly support and engage with students and emerging researchers, the
Organising Committee are pleased to offer several bursaries for students and emerging researchers
to assist them in meeting the financial costs of attending the conference.
Eighteen bursaries of AUD 600 will be available, and awarded at the discretion of the local organising
committee.
Brief summary (maximum of 600 words) to include:
- Evidence of studies being undertaken ( Masters or PhD) in the field of gerontology, including
details of your study;
- Details of any other qualifications you may have;
- Contributions to the ageing community;
- Reasons for applying for a bursary;
- Abstract submission details for the IAGG Regional Congress (if applicable);
- Details of any other funding sources being applied for.
Further information
Potential recipients are asked to send their brief summary to:
Claudia Meyer,
Student Representative on the Local Organising Committee
c.meyer@nari.unimelb.edu.au
Closing date: Friday June 10, 2011
Accommodation
Affordable accommodation options are an imperative for students and emerging researchers, given
that finances may be stretched when attending a conference.
There are several accommodation options to be found on the accommodation page of this website:
Accommodation
Sharing an apartment complex with other same-sex conference delegates will be an option.
There will be one person per apartment complex allocated to be a chaperone for interstate and
international guests. The chaperone will assist with:
- Navigating the Melbourne inner-city region by foot, public transport or taxi;
- Identifying and accessing local amenities; and/or
- Choosing further tourist options;
Expressions of interest (by end July 2011) for same-sex shared apartments should be directed to:
Claudia Meyer (student representative on Regional Congress local organising committee)
c.meyer@nari.unimelb.edu.au
Social
Day Trip – Healesville Sanctuary
Date: Saturday October 22, 2011
Cost: AUD$50.00
Healesville Sanctuary is Victoria’s top Australian wildlife destination. From the iconic Australian
animals to unique experiences such as the Australian Wildlife Health Centre, to the magical bushland
environment set amongst the rolling hills of the Yarra Valley, the Sanctuary is an experience like no
other.
Healesville Sanctuary is located one hour from Melbourne. Transport will be arranged.
We will enjoy a BBQ lunch at one of the picnic areas within the Sanctuary.
More information available at:
http://www.zoo.org.au/HealesvilleSanctuary
Bookings can be made using the online registration form.
Student / Emerging Researcher Dinner
Date: Monday October 24, 2011
Venue: The Wharf Hotel, Next door to Crowne Plaza and Opposite the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Cost: The dinner will be at the expense of the student delegate, but prices of meals will be suited to
the student budget.
Bookings: Register your interest in attending the dinner by adding your name to the list on the
notice board at the registration desk, any time during the conference before Monday afternoon.
On the evening of the dinner, a group of AAG student members will meet at the registration desk
at 6.30pm and walk to the dinner venue. Feel free to meet at the registration desk or directly at the
venue.
AAG Student Membership
Student membership of the AAG offers the benefits of becoming involved in the thriving student
section; heavily discounted membership rates (only $35.70 for full time students); and the
opportunity to apply for special awards and bursaries. There are 7 separate student sections around
the country, each associated with the local state/territory or chapter division of the AAG, and each
comprising an active and sociable core of student members. Each section holds regular educational,
professional development and social events for student members, and students around the country
get together for a dinner and AGM around November each year at the AAG National Conference.
There are over 100 clinical, research and professional student group members around the country,
and those seeking a more active involvement also have the opportunity to take on executive and/or
representative roles at a local or national level.
The student committee objectives are:
- To promote better communication amongst students and emerging researchers by means such as electronic discussion forums for information exchange etc.
- To establish regular student interest group meetings at State level.
- To link with overseas student sections and explore opportunities, exchange progress and share activities.
- To develop a mentoring scheme between experienced researchers and students within the AAG.
- To identify student members interested in developing leadership roles in the Australian
Please visit http://www.aag.asn.au/home.php for more information.
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