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22ND IAGP INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS JAPAN
Groups and Global Crises: Challenges for People, Organizations, and Societies
Sapporo, Japan. August 20 to 23rd, 2025
IAGP LOCAL ORGANIZERS: Prof. Jun Maeda
Co-Chairs of the Scientific Program Committee: Dr. Kaoru Nishimura and Dr. Roberta Mineo
The global community of counselling will meet in beautiful Naples, Italy, 28-30 June 2024 with an exceptional lineup of keynote speakers, presenters, discussion groups, posters and networking activities.
THEME: Counselling Around the World: Promoting Well-Being and Resilience in Individuals and Communities
Dates: 14/04/2024 - 17/04/2024
Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
https://www.ebmt.org/annual-meeting-2024
EBMT-EHA 6th European CAR T-cell Meeting
Dates: 15/02/2024 - 17/02/2024
Location: Valencia, Spain
Walkable and safe: combining sustainability and Safe System perspectives to address pedestrian issues
14–16 May 2024
Lund, Sweden
Press Release – For immediate release Contact: Joel Fischer statistics@uia.org
[BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 28 November 2023]
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The MICE industry is one of the many contributors to environmental degradation. The air and ground travel that bring visitors to MICE events around the world contributes to carbon emissions, while the waste generated at MICE events is another major pollution factor. Recognizing these issues and understanding the need for sustainability, Busan and the BTO CVB are striving to operate MICE events in ways that align with ESG management principles.
In 2024, the Busan Convention Bureau (BTO CVB) actively promoted Busan as a premier MICE destination at several major industry events, including ITB Asia 2024 in Singapore, IBTM World 2024 in Barcelona, Spain, and the “2024 Meet Busan in Thailand” event in Bangkok.
From October 22 to 25, the 27th IAVE World Volunteer Conference was held in Busan under the theme “People Power: Creating a Sustainable Future through Volunteering.” The event brought together volunteers from 80 countries to highlight the importance and value of volunteer work. Divided into multiple sessions, the conference addressed key social issues such as climate change, education, and inequality, with participants sharing their experiences.
As Korea’s second-largest city, Busan is increasingly gaining attention as a MICE destination on the global stage. Offering beautiful seaside environments, rich cultural heritage, and unique venues, Busan leaves international visitors with lasting memories. This year has seen new additions to the lineup of Busan Unique Venues. Are you looking for a space that will make for a unique event? Want to have the most “Busan experience” possible during your stay?
Busan’s MICE industry has matured significantly since the opening of BEXCO, the city’s landmark MICE venue, in 2001, and the establishment of the Convention Bureau in 2005. To be recognized as an expert in any field, one typically needs at least 20 years of experience, and this principle applies to national industries as well. With over 20 years of history, Busan’s MICE industry is now in need of a renaissance.