FAQs
Registration is now open for The Women’s Summit 2009, the major event for women at work in Malaysia. This year’s Summit, themed ‘Can Women Turn Adversity into Opportunity’ will be held at the Sime Darby Convention Centre on 18 August 2009.
To register you can submit an online form or download the form in PDF format, fill it in and fax it to the Secretariat at 03-79546849. The Secretariat will contact you to confirm your place at the Summit. If you have attended the Summit in previous years, you will likely receive a brochure in the post. However, if you have moved or changed your place of work, you may want to contact the Secretariat at 03-79547030 to ensure your contact details are current.
Here are some answers to some Frequently Asked Questions.
1. How much does it cost to attend the Summit?
The Summit’s is fully-funded by the Malaysian Government as part of its commitment to supporting women in the workplace. However, as places are limited, you are encouraged to register early. Only pre-registered participants will be admitted.
2. Why do I need to register? Can’t I just turn up?
It will not be possible to accommodate more than 800 participants due to space and budget constraints. Those who attend without registering may have to be turned away. In addition, registered participants that are unable to attend should inform the Secretariat or nominate another person to take their place.
3. Can anyone attend? Is it only restricted to Malaysians? What about men?
The Summit welcomes all who have an interest in contributing to positive developments in the Malaysian workplace. As women naturally tend to become centres of care for families and communities, policies that better support women will undoubtedly benefit the nation. With these objectives, male participants are most welcome; as are non-Malaysian residents. Participants should however be adults above the age of 18.
4. Can I tell my friends to come?
Absolutely. Please take the opportunity to publicise the Summit to anyone who might be interested and would benefit from it.
5. What if they are not working at the moment?
The Summit welcomes women at all stages of the work-life-cycle, including those that have stepped out of workforce for a time, or participate in informal work in order to meet parenting demands. Your input is important to our deliberations.
6. Is there a dress code?
The dress code is smart business attire.
7. How do I find the Sime Darby Convention Centre?
A location map may be found here.
8. I am vegetarian. Will I be catered for?
We generally do our best to accommodate most food preferences and ensure that there are a number of non-meat choices at lunches and breaks. Please make a note of any food restrictions when you register.
9. Where do I park?
There is ample free parking at the Sime Darby Convention Centre. There is multi-level covered parking as well as open air parking close to the Main Lobby. Be warned however that it can become very full on Summit days and latecomers often have to park along the road. Where possible, we encourage you to take public transport or car pool with other participants.
