Practical information
Find all the necessary information to participate in the International Symposium « Advancing with Williams Syndrome, » including fees, access, hotels, and an FAQ that will answer your questions.
Fees and registrations
In order to plan this event effectively
please sign up as soon as possible and not later than 30th April 2024
Conferences
MEMBER(s) of a European Association
2 days* (Hotel included*) : 50€
1 day : 25€
Child under 16, 2 days: 30€
*Hotel accommodation is included exclusively for members of French and Swiss associations
NON MEMBER(S)
2 day* (Hotel not included) : 70€
1 day : 35€
Remote participation : 20€
WS: free
This package includes round-trip transport between the hotel and HUG (Geneva University Hospitals), welcome coffee with pastries, coffee breaks, and Saturday and Sunday lunches.
Saturday Night Activities
GENEVA CITY TOUR*
Departure from HUG at 5:30 PM, return to the hotel at 7:00 PM
Adult/Child/ SWB 5€
COCKTAIL DINNER AND CONCERT STARTING
AT 7:30 PM
15€
Child under 12/SWB: 8€
Access to HUG
Getting there by public transport:
From the airport: bus 5, towards Thônex Vallard/stop Genève Hopital
From Cornavin Station: bus 5, towards Thônex Vallard/stop Genève Hôpital
From Annemasse: Léman Express train, towards Copet/stop Genève-Champel, then bus 7, towards Bout-du-monde/stop pédiatrie
From Saint-Julien en Genevois: bus 80, towards Bel-Air/stop Bel-Air, then bus 5, towards Thônex Vallard/stop Genève Hôpital
Buses will be organized from various hotels.
Location
Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève (HUG)
Rue Gabrielle Perret-gentil 4
1205 Geneva
Switzerland
Hôtels
Negotiated prices have been arranged with the following hotels :
Ibis Archamps Porte de Genève
Ibis Budget Archamps
Ibis Styles Vitam Parc Neydens
AC Marriott St Julien-en-Genevois
For non-members of French and Swiss associations, please fill out the form below to book your hotel. Our team will contact you to confirm receipt of your request and provide you with the rate.
FAQ
Symposium
When and where will the symposium take place?
The Symposium will be held on 22 and 23 juin 2024 at HUG
What time will the symposium start ?
The Symposium will start on Saturday at 8h30 until 17h30 and Sunday at 8h30 until 15h30
Will there be coffee breaks or lunches provided?
Coffee breaks and lunches are provided on both days.
Are on-site registrations allowed?
Only for healthcare professional
Is the symposium open to the public ?
Yes, the symposium is open to the public; however, registration fees must be paid to attend
Who will be the main speakers?
Will there be simultaneous interpreters ?
Yes, in French and English
When will it be possible to interact with researchers ?
After each presentation, a 10-15 minute question-and-answer session will be organized. You will have the opportunity to discuss with the researchers during lunch breaks and the evening cocktail dinner,
Will the presentations be recorded ?
The presentations will be available in a protected space
Will roundtables discussion organized ?
Is it possible to receive a refund in case of cancellation ?
No refunds will be issued within 60 days of the colloquium
Are there activities planned for children and SWB individuals ?
Your children as well as all SWB individuals will be taken care of by animators, educators. An association will be present to exchange with siblings
Will there be rest areas ?
Sofas will be available for the comfort of participants
Logistic
Are there any recommended hotels near the event?
Preferred rates have been negotiated with the hotels as mentioned on the practical information page. If you choose to stay in another establishment, accommodation and transportation costs will be at your expense. Organizers will arrange room for you, and you will be informed of the exact location of your stay a few weeks before the event
What transportation options are available to get to the symposium?
Buses will be organized departing from the hotels to transport you to the Hospital and back to the hotel in the evening. However, if you are not staying at the hotels reserved by the organizers, you can use the Geneva public transportation (TPG). See above.
I want to come by train on Friday. What is the nearest train station to the hotels?
The nearest station is Saint-Julien-en-Genevois.
Are there transportation options provided from the airport and nearby train stations to the hotels?
Yes, shuttles will be organized. We ask you to provide this information in the registration form.
How can i find out where I will be staying ?
The organizers will handle the room assignments and will subsequently communicate the details such as the address and the meeting point
Is the Friday dinner included ?
No, the dinner is not included. We will recommend some restaurants.