RE: Fw: INVITATION TO ATTEND: ASIA FOR ANIMALS CONFERENCE, SINGAPORE 22-24 JUNE, 2005. (OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC)

March 1, 2005

It is a great idea to have a conference on the mentioned issues; however I

am afraid this is too expensive for most of the NGO's as it is held in

Singapore. Cost of attending, overpriced hotels and the flights add all up.

As so many rich organizations seem to sponsor it why can it not be free so

smaller NGO's can attend as well?

Edwin Wiek - Wildlife Friends of Thailand

www.wfft.org

Thailand Rep - Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation

www.savetheorangutan.info

Dr John Wedderburn [john]

Tuesday, March 01, 2005 11:29

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Fw: INVITATION TO ATTEND: ASIA FOR ANIMALS CONFERENCE,

SINGAPORE 22-24 JUNE, 2005. (OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC)

INVITATION TO ATTEND:

ASIA FOR ANIMALS CONFERENCE, SINGAPORE 22-24 JUNE, 2005.

(OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC)

Register now and enjoy the early bird rates:

http://www.acres.org.sg/asiaforanimals/registration & rates.htm

FIRST TIME EVER IN SINGAPORE

The biennial animal welfare conference Asia for Animals, will be held at

Novotel Clarke Quay, Singapore, from 22nd June till 24th June 2005. This

event marks the very first time an international animal welfare conference

is to be held in Singapore.

The Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (Acres), a

Singaporean-founded charitable organisation will be hosting this event,

which, in the past, has brought together more than 150 Asian and

international delegates with animal advocacy/conservation concerns and

expertise. The conference is sponsored by Animals Asia Foundation, Animal

People, Best Friends Animal Society, Extra Trading/Brightlife Australia,

Humane Society International and North Shore Animal League International.

COLLABORATION WITH A DIFFERENCE

This emphasis for Asia for Animals 2005 will be upon consolidating

experiences in the region with an eye to developing new strategies and

facilitating change. In the main sessions governmental and non-governmental

representatives and experts will be debating the following topics:

· Disaster Relief & Recovery

· ZooCheck Work in Asia

· Stray Animal Management

· Rescue Centre Operations

· Farm Animal Welfare

· The Role of Government Agencies in Animal Protection

· Tackling the Illegal Wildlife Trade

· Media & Communication Strategies for NGOs

(Full details of main session topics below)

HANDS-ON WORKSHOP SERIES

Aside from the main session presentations, a series of related, hands on,

expert-facilitated workshops will be incorporated into the programme. The

objective of these workshops is to discuss of methods, strategies and

solutions for animal advocacy/conservation workers in Asia in a more

intimate environment. Registration for these workshops is on the first day

of the conference.

FLEXIBLE ATTENDANCE

The whole conference spans three days. There are one- and two-day flexible

attendance possibilities, as well as different accommodation options

available to international participants.

Whether you are actively involved in animal welfare/conservation work or are

a member of the public with an interest in these concerns, this conference

will bring you together with many of the most dynamic NGO groups and

individuals from across the region.

If you wish to find out more about the Asia for Animals conference, please

go to www.acres.org.sg\asiaforanimals

If you have any other unanswered queries, wish to volunteer, or make

donations for this event, please contact us at events We are

looking forward to having you as a part of this exciting development for

animal welfare in our region.

ASIA FOR ANIMALS, MAIN SESSION PRESENTATION TOPICS

1. Disaster Relief & Recovery

This session will highlight the effects of human-inflicted and natural

disasters upon animals, and the immediate priorities and efforts needed to

provide relief and rescue operations in such cases. Examples of relief

efforts during the recent tsunami will also be discussed.

2. ZooCheck Work in Asia

This session focuses upon captive animals and the measures and/or

solutions available for improving their living conditions. One objective is

to compile a comprehensive checklist for ZooCheck work. Another is to

explore strategies for negotiation and synergistic working relationships

with the zoos in the region.

3. Stray Animal Management

Topics to be debated in this session include: The relative effectiveness of

the trap/neuter release programme for stray animals; The viability of

no-kill animal facilities in Asia; The advantages and disadvantages of

various animal facility models; Methods of education and outreach pertaining

to stray animal management and welfare. This session will be followed-up

with a workshop.

4. Rescue Centre Operations

At stake in this session are standards, guidelines and perspectives for the

general operations of rescue centres. Related topics include: Basic needs

and individuated care of different species; enrichment programmes;

rehabilitation programmes and reintroduction programmes.

5. Farm Animal Welfare

This session will debate current industrial farming methods in Asia

and consider proposals for more humane alternatives. The economic, social

and cultural viability of vegetarian or vegan lifestyle campaigns in

different Asian contexts will also be discussed.

6. The Role of Government Agencies in Animal Protection

This session welcomes the input of officials from various government bodies

with a stake in animal protection, welfare and conservation in Asia. Case

studies highlighting possible productive alliances between governmental and

non-governmental agencies will be explored

7. Tackling the Illegal Wildlife Trade

This session will provide an overview of the illegal wildlife trade in the

respective Asian countries. Key areas of intervention and how these areas

might be prioritised will be discussed, alongside an evaluation of methods

of enforcement, information dissemination (education, outreach), and

undercover work.

8. Media & Communication Strategies for NGOs

Delegates from the international TV and print media, advertising and PR

agencies will discuss strategies for NGOs attempting to get their concerns

through to the media, governments, sponsors and the general public, in our

time of information-saturation and compassion fatigue. This session will be

followed by a workshop wherein NGO representatives can pitch their ideas to

a panel of media, advertising and PR representatives. (Workshop attendance

is limited).

March 1, 2005

I think this conference is a great idea. Edwin, while I understand the

plight of smaller NGO's, in this case the organizer is in Singapore. So he

has lower organizing costs because he can leverage local contacts. If you

do a search, there are many hotel rooms under US$35-40/night, hardly

" overpriced " when you factor in that Singapore is a major urban center. And

with the discount airfares to be had, I frankly do not understand do not

understand your complaint. People have to fly and stay anyway, and

Singapore is very competitive when it comes to flying in and out. Not

everything happens in Bangkok.

-Kirsten Conrad

Edwin Wiek [edwin.wiek]

Tuesday, March 01, 2005 2:09 PM

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RE: Fw: INVITATION TO ATTEND: ASIA FOR ANIMALS CONFERENCE,

SINGAPORE 22-24 JUNE, 2005. (OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC)

It is a great idea to have a conference on the mentioned issues; however I

am afraid this is too expensive for most of the NGO's as it is held in

Singapore. Cost of attending, overpriced hotels and the flights add all up.

As so many rich organizations seem to sponsor it why can it not be free so

smaller NGO's can attend as well?

Edwin Wiek - Wildlife Friends of Thailand

www.wfft.org

Thailand Rep - Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation

www.savetheorangutan.info

Dr John Wedderburn [john]

Tuesday, March 01, 2005 11:29

AAPN List

Fw: INVITATION TO ATTEND: ASIA FOR ANIMALS CONFERENCE,

SINGAPORE 22-24 JUNE, 2005. (OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC)

INVITATION TO ATTEND:

ASIA FOR ANIMALS CONFERENCE, SINGAPORE 22-24 JUNE, 2005.

(OPEN TO GENERAL PUBLIC)

Register now and enjoy the early bird rates:

http://www.acres.org.sg/asiaforanimals/registration & rates.htm

FIRST TIME EVER IN SINGAPORE

The biennial animal welfare conference Asia for Animals, will be held at

Novotel Clarke Quay, Singapore, from 22nd June till 24th June 2005. This

event marks the very first time an international animal welfare conference

is to be held in Singapore.

The Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (Acres), a

Singaporean-founded charitable organisation will be hosting this event,

which, in the past, has brought together more than 150 Asian and

international delegates with animal advocacy/conservation concerns and

expertise. The conference is sponsored by Animals Asia Foundation, Animal

People, Best Friends Animal Society, Extra Trading/Brightlife Australia,

Humane Society International and North Shore Animal League International.

COLLABORATION WITH A DIFFERENCE

This emphasis for Asia for Animals 2005 will be upon consolidating

experiences in the region with an eye to developing new strategies and

facilitating change. In the main sessions governmental and non-governmental

representatives and experts will be debating the following topics:

· Disaster Relief & Recovery

· ZooCheck Work in Asia

· Stray Animal Management

· Rescue Centre Operations

· Farm Animal Welfare

· The Role of Government Agencies in Animal Protection

· Tackling the Illegal Wildlife Trade

· Media & Communication Strategies for NGOs

(Full details of main session topics below)

HANDS-ON WORKSHOP SERIES

Aside from the main session presentations, a series of related, hands on,

expert-facilitated workshops will be incorporated into the programme. The

objective of these workshops is to discuss of methods, strategies and

solutions for animal advocacy/conservation workers in Asia in a more

intimate environment. Registration for these workshops is on the first day

of the conference.

FLEXIBLE ATTENDANCE

The whole conference spans three days. There are one- and two-day flexible

attendance possibilities, as well as different accommodation options

available to international participants.

Whether you are actively involved in animal welfare/conservation work or are

a member of the public with an interest in these concerns, this conference

will bring you together with many of the most dynamic NGO groups and

individuals from across the region.

If you wish to find out more about the Asia for Animals conference, please

go to www.acres.org.sg\asiaforanimals

If you have any other unanswered queries, wish to volunteer, or make

donations for this event, please contact us at events We are

looking forward to having you as a part of this exciting development for

animal welfare in our region.

ASIA FOR ANIMALS, MAIN SESSION PRESENTATION TOPICS

1. Disaster Relief & Recovery

This session will highlight the effects of human-inflicted and natural

disasters upon animals, and the immediate priorities and efforts needed to

provide relief and rescue operations in such cases. Examples of relief

efforts during the recent tsunami will also be discussed.

2. ZooCheck Work in Asia

This session focuses upon captive animals and the measures and/or

solutions available for improving their living conditions. One objective is

to compile a comprehensive checklist for ZooCheck work. Another is to

explore strategies for negotiation and synergistic working relationships

with the zoos in the region.

3. Stray Animal Management

Topics to be debated in this session include: The relative effectiveness of

the trap/neuter release programme for stray animals; The viability of

no-kill animal facilities in Asia; The advantages and disadvantages of

various animal facility models; Methods of education and outreach pertaining

to stray animal management and welfare. This session will be followed-up

with a workshop.

4. Rescue Centre Operations

At stake in this session are standards, guidelines and perspectives for the

general operations of rescue centres. Related topics include: Basic needs

and individuated care of different species; enrichment programmes;

rehabilitation programmes and reintroduction programmes.

5. Farm Animal Welfare

This session will debate current industrial farming methods in Asia

and consider proposals for more humane alternatives. The economic, social

and cultural viability of vegetarian or vegan lifestyle campaigns in

different Asian contexts will also be discussed.

6. The Role of Government Agencies in Animal Protection

This session welcomes the input of officials from various government bodies

with a stake in animal protection, welfare and conservation in Asia. Case

studies highlighting possible productive alliances between governmental and

non-governmental agencies will be explored

7. Tackling the Illegal Wildlife Trade

This session will provide an overview of the illegal wildlife trade in the

respective Asian countries. Key areas of intervention and how these areas

might be prioritised will be discussed, alongside an evaluation of methods

of enforcement, information dissemination (education, outreach), and

undercover work.

8. Media & Communication Strategies for NGOs

Delegates from the international TV and print media, advertising and PR

agencies will discuss strategies for NGOs attempting to get their concerns

through to the media, governments, sponsors and the general public, in our

time of information-saturation and compassion fatigue. This session will be

followed by a workshop wherein NGO representatives can pitch their ideas to

a panel of media, advertising and PR representatives. (Workshop attendance

is limited).

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on the AAPN website: http://www.aapn.org/ or search the list archives at:

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March 1, 2005

Dear Edwin,

1. It is indeed important to have a conference to discuss pertinent animal

welfare issues and consolidate experiences in the region with an eye to

developing new strategies and facilitating change.

2. The conference fees are priced at US$85 for the whole conference which

is amongst the cheapest conference ever.

3. The sponsors are already providing a sponsorship US$60 per attendee, in

addition to providing full sponsorship for the conference and accommodation

for people who require funding to attend the conference.

4. We've selected a wide of hotels with one accommodation costing only US$7

a night.

5. Singapore is now a hub for budget airlines. Airtickets from Bangkok to

Singapore return now costs only US$70 on Tiger airways.

As mentioned above, we do provide sponsorship for attendees who require

funding to attend the conference. If you would like to apply, please

contact us at events

We look forward to your attendance at this conference.

On behalf of the Asia For Animals organising committee,

Louis

At 01:09 PM 3/1/2005 +0700, you wrote:

>It is a great idea to have a conference on the mentioned issues; however I

>am afraid this is too expensive for most of the NGO's as it is held in

>Singapore. Cost of attending, overpriced hotels and the flights add all up.

>

>As so many rich organizations seem to sponsor it why can it not be free so

>smaller NGO's can attend as well?

>

>Edwin Wiek

>Director - Wildlife Friends of Thailand

>www.wfft.org

>Thailand Rep - Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation

>www.savetheorangutan.info

>

>-

March 1, 2005

Louis and Kristen,

Both thanks for your reply. I did not write this as a complaint but as a

question. I know of several NGO's in Cambodia, Thailand and Indonesia that

might be interested but can probably not afford these costs. I was not

talking about our own organization. Bangkok is not my favorite destination,

Kristen.

It is good to see in your reply that these people can ask for sponsorship

and I will forward the information to these people.

If the Thai authorities do not lock me up again around that time, and the

Singapore government does allow us to speak freely our opinion I will be

definitely be there.

Edwin Wiek - Wildlife Friends of Thailand

www.wfft.org

Thailand Representative - Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation

www.savetheorangutan.info

Kirsten Conrad [asiacat]

Tuesday, March 01, 2005 19:15