Welcome to the registration form for 5WCWS

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Please enter your contact details below in both upper and lowercase (e.g. Jane Smith). If you are completing this on behalf of someone attending the 5th Conference on Women's Shelters 2025 (5WCWS), please ensure that you complete the form with their contact information.

If you do not receive an email confirming your registration within three business days, please contact the 5WCWS Conference Secretariat by email or by phone +61 2 9254 5000. 

Contact details

Billing address

Dietary requirements

Please indicate below if you have any dietary requirements.

If your dietary requirement/s are not listed please manually enter it in the text box under dietary requirements - other.

If not applicable, please continue to the next section.

Do you identify as First Nations?

Are you a Wesnet member?

Are you a GNWS member?

What sector are you from?

Which region do you belong to?

Please let us know if you have any specific requirements for accessibility or anything else you think we need to know to make your Conference participation more comfortable?

Have you attended a previous World Shelter Conference?

Marketing privacy

In registering for Conference your relevant details (name/organisation) will be incorporated into the delegate list for the benefit of all delegates and may be made available to parties directly related to the Conference including, but not limited to, the Hosts, key suppliers and future Conference events. You can opt out of being incorporated in these lists using the button below.

Please note: If you select the opt-out option the Conference Secretariat and/or Hosts will still email you essential information regarding your registration, accommodation, transport, functions, program and on-site information to ensure that you have all the necessary information to fully participate at the conference.

Registration

Please select the appropriate registration type based on the information below.

All super early bird registrations must be paid before midnight (AEDT), Tuesday 17 December 2024. After this date, the early bird rate will apply.

All early bird registrations must be paid before midnight (AEDT), Wednesday 5 March 2025. After this date, the standard rate will apply. 

All fees are quoted in Australian dollars (AUD) and inclusive of 10% GST (Goods and Services Tax).

*You are eligible for the NGO rate if you are working for a Non-Governmental Organisation.

Full Conference entitlements include: 

    • Admission to all Conference sessions
    • Conference catering
    • Delegate materials
    • Access to the exhibition area
    • Complimentary admission to the Welcome reception 
    • Opportunity to purchase tickets for the Conference dinner
AMOUNT
AUD 1,099.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 1,649.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 1,209.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 1,759.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 1,465.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 2,015.00
TOTAL

Cancellation of registration deadline: 15 July 2025, 5pm (AEST)

Cancellations must be notified in writing (email is sufficient) to the 5WCWS Conference Secretariat.

  • Cancellations made by 15 July 2025 will result in a full refund, less AUD150 to cover administration costs.
  • Alternatively, your registration may be transferred to another person by 5 September 2025 without incurring any cost penalty. The Conference Secretariat must be advised in writing of any alterations or transfers of registrations.
  • After 15 July 2025, cancelled registrations will only be refunded in exceptional circumstances, as assessed by the Hosts on a case-by-case basis.

If you provide proof of a rejected Visa application to the Conference Secretariat, this may be considered an exceptional circumstance for a full refund, less AUD150 to cover administration costs. 

 

Payment

Payment of any applicable attendance fees is due 30 days after receipt of the invoice or before the start of the Conference, whichever date may fall first. Your registration will remain provisional until payment is received.

 

Conference postponement

In the event of the Conference being postponed, all registrations will automatically be transferred to the new Conference dates. All components of your registration and associated events will also be transferred. If you are unable to attend on the new dates, you may contact the Conference Secretariat to request a transfer of your registration to a colleague at no cost, or request a cancellation and refund, which will incur an AUD150 administration fee up until the registration cancellation deadline.

 

Conference cancellation

In the event of the Conference being cancelled, all registrations and associated components of attendance will be cancelled, and amounts refunded in full.

 

Photography policy

You acknowledge and agree that the Hosts and the Conference Organiser may be photographing and filming at the Conference and associated events for the purpose of reporting on the Conference and for use in future promotional material; and by registering to attend, you give your consent to be photographed and filmed.

 

Disclaimer

All best endeavours will be made to present the program as published on the Conference website. The Hosts and the Conference Organiser reserve the right to alter, without prior notice, any of the arrangements, timetables, plans, or other items relating to the Conference, for any cause beyond its reasonable control. The Hosts and the Conference Organiser are not liable for any loss or inconvenience caused as a result of such alteration.

In the event of unforeseen circumstances, the Hosts and the Conference Organiser do not accept responsibility for the loss of monies caused by delays. Participants are advised to take out personal travel insurance and to extend their policy to cover personal possessions. The Hosts and the Conference Organiser do not cover individuals against cancellations of bookings or theft or damage to belongings. 

 

Note participants may be photographed or filmed at any time. By attending, you consent to the use, publication, or reproduction of your image or recording in any form of communication material used to promote the event and report on its events through publications and resource materials. If you do not wish to have your image photographed or filmed, please contact the secretariat in advance or onsite to advise of your preference.

 

Code of conduct

The Hosts and the Conference Organiser reserve the right to remove from the Conference at any time any attendee deemed to be causing, or potentially causing, a disturbance or exhibiting disruptive or inappropriate behaviour. Such removal does not constitute a right to refund of any fees paid. Please view the Code of Conduct which all attendees are expected to comply with.

 

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. The collection, use, and disclosure of personal information by the Conference Organiser are covered in our Privacy Policy

 

Social functions

Please indicate your attendance at the social functions below. 
If you are purchasing an additional social function ticket and your guest has accessibility requirements please email the 5WCWS Conference Secretariat.
All fees are quoted in Australian dollars (AUD) and inclusive of 10% GST (Goods and Services Tax).

Welcome reception

Information coming soon.

AMOUNT
AUD 110.00
TOTAL

Conference dinner

Information coming soon. 

AMOUNT
AUD 175.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 175.00
TOTAL

Pre-Conference Workshops

Sep 15, 2025

All Pre Conference Workshops will be held in person at the ICC Sydney and are an additional charge to attend.

Please select below if you would like to attend.

AMOUNT
AUD 75.00
TOTAL

This workshop is presented and sponsored by WAGEC and will run 9:00am - 1:00pm and will include morning tea.

*Please note this event is First Nations, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, or Indigenous registered delegates only.

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop is presented by US National Network to End Domestic Violence & Wesnet and will run 9:00am - 1:00pm and will include morning tea.

Post-Conference Workshops

Sep 18, 2025

All Post Conference Workshops will be held in person at the ICC Sydney and are an additional charge to attend.

Please select below if you would like to attend.

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop is presented by Wesnet, NNEDV and guests Nansen Digital Forensics and will run 9:00am - 1:00pm and will include morning tea.

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop is presented by NASASV and will run 9:00am - 1:00pm and will include morning tea.

5WCWS City Partners

The Conference Secretariat has arranged special rates for 5WCWS delegates to explore Sydney.

Please select indicate below if you would like to attend.

Taronga Zoo City Partner Tour

AMOUNT
AUD 53.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 31.00
TOTAL

Australian Cruise Group City Partner Tour

Purchasing a ticket on Wednesday 17 September is suggested alternative for those who missed out on the Conference Dinner.

AMOUNT
AUD 151.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 151.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 90.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 90.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 151.00
TOTAL
AMOUNT
AUD 151.00
TOTAL

Art Gallery NSW City Partner Tour

AMOUNT
AUD 22.50
TOTAL

Study Tours

All study tours will take place on Thursday 18 September 2025 and will be an additional cost to your registration.
Please indicate your attendance below. 

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop will be held at ICC Sydney and will run 2:00pm - 4:30pm and will include afternoon tea. 

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop will meet at ICC Sydney at 9:45am for 10am sharp departure and will conclude at 12pm and will include a packed takeaway lunch upon disembarking.
*Please note this tour departs at 10am on the dot so be early as not to miss the boat

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop will be meet at ICC Sydney at the front entrance for a coach departure at 9:30am and will conclude at 1:30pm and will include morning tea and lunch. 

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop will be depart ICC Sydney at 9:30am and walk 1 km (10 minutes) and conclude at 12:30pm and will include morning tea. 

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop will be depart ICC Sydney at 1:30pm and walk 1 km (10 minutes) and conclude at 4:30pm and will include afternoon tea. 

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop will be meet at ICC Sydney at the front entrance for a coach departure at 9:30am and will conclude at 4:00pm and will include morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. 

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop will be meet at ICC Sydney at the front entrance for a coach departure at 9:00am and will conclude at 2:00pm and will include morning tea and lunch. 

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop will be meet at ICC Sydney at the front entrance for a coach departure at 1:00pm and will conclude at 5:15pmand will include afternoon tea. 

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop will be meet at ICC Sydney at the front entrance for a coach departure at 9:00am and will conclude at 5:15pm and will include morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. 

AMOUNT
AUD 150.00
TOTAL

This workshop will be meet at ICC Sydney at the front entrance for a coach departure at 1:30pm and will conclude at 4:30pm and will include afternoon. 

Summary

Terms and conditions
Cancellation of registration deadline: 15 July 2025, 5pm (AEST) Cancellations must be notified in writing (email is sufficient) to the 5WCWS Conference Secretariat. Cancellations made by 15 July 2025 will result in a full refund, less AUD150 to cover administration costs. Alternatively, your registration may be transferred to another person by 5 September 2025 without incurring any cost penalty. The Conference Secretariat must be advised in writing of any alterations or transfers of registrations. After 15 July 2025, cancelled registrations will only be refunded in exceptional circumstances, as assessed by the Hosts on a case-by-case basis. If you provide proof of a rejected Visa application to the Conference Secretariat, this may be considered an exceptional circumstance for a full refund, less AUD150 to cover administration costs.  Payment Payment of any applicable attendance fees is due 30 days after receipt of the invoice or before the start of the Conference, whichever date may fall first. Your registration will remain provisional until payment is received. Conference postponement In the event of the Conference being postponed, all registrations will automatically be transferred to the new Conference dates. All components of your registration and associated events will also be transferred. If you are unable to attend on the new dates, you may contact the Conference Secretariat to request a transfer of your registration to a colleague at no cost, or request a cancellation and refund, which will incur an AUD150 administration fee up until the registration cancellation deadline. Conference cancellation In the event of the Conference being cancelled, all registrations and associated components of attendance will be cancelled, and amounts refunded in full. Photography policy You acknowledge and agree that the Hosts and the Conference Organiser may be photographing and filming at the Conference and associated events for the purpose of reporting on the Conference and for use in future promotional material; and by registering to attend, you give your consent to be photographed and filmed. Disclaimer All best endeavours will be made to present the program as published on the Conference website. The Hosts and the Conference Organiser reserve the right to alter, without prior notice, any of the arrangements, timetables, plans, or other items relating to the Conference, for any cause beyond its reasonable control. The Hosts and the Conference Organiser are not liable for any loss or inconvenience caused as a result of such alteration. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, the Hosts and the Conference Organiser do not accept responsibility for the loss of monies caused by delays. Participants are advised to take out personal travel insurance and to extend their policy to cover personal possessions. The Hosts and the Conference Organiser do not cover individuals against cancellations of bookings or theft or damage to belongings.  Code of conduct The Hosts and the Conference Organiser reserve the right to remove from the Conference at any time any attendee deemed to be causing, or potentially causing, a disturbance or exhibiting disruptive or inappropriate behaviour. Such removal does not constitute a right to refund of any fees paid. Please view the Code of Conduct which all attendees are expected to comply with. Privacy Your privacy is important to us. The collection, use, and disclosure of personal information by the Conference Organiser are covered in our Privacy Policy Accommodation Cancellations No accommodation payments will be refunded on or after midnight (AEST), 14 August 2025. Delegates who confirm an accommodation booking with a credit card or full pre-payment and who wish to cancel on or after 14 August 2024 are liable for the full cost of their accommodation nights cancelled. Credit card details or full pre-payments will be held on file as a guarantee of booking and shared with the hotel upon situations of no-shows, or late cancellations, to charge at full rate upon their discretion. To cancel your reservation, please contact the Conference Secretariat. Deposits Accommodation will not be confirmed until payment of the first night is received by Credit card or Electronic funds transfer. Your payment will be forwarded to your hotel and credited to your room account and credit card details will be retained on file as a guarantee of booking. Delegates must settle the balance of their account with the hotel concerned upon check in/out, depending on the hotels policy. If accommodation deposits are not received before 14 August 2025 your room will be cancelled and released back to the hotel. The Conference Secretariat does not take responsibility for accommodation if payment is not received by this date. Change of booking Any change in booking must be made in writing to the Conference Secretariat and not directly to the hotel before 14 August 2025. Any changes received after 14 August 2025 will be at the hotel’s discretion and based on availability. Early arrival As check in at most hotels is not until 14:00, it is possible that your room may not be ready for immediate occupation on your early arrival. Whilst hotels will do everything possible to accommodate early arrivals, if you wish to be guaranteed immediate occupation you can pay an extra day’s tariff for the night before you are due to arrive. If you wish to take this precaution, please advise the Conference Secretariat so we can notify the hotel that your room is required early. No show policy In the event of a “No Show” on the date of arrival, full cancellation penalties apply to all nights of the stay.

Payment

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