News of Associations and Members
News from sources other than the UIA. International organizations listed in the Yearbook of International Organizations, and UIA's members may add their own public news items.
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18th of August 2023
Taipei welcomed over 4,000 financial and insurance elites and senior managers from more than 20 financial insurance companies in the Asia-Pacific region at the Nangang Exhibition Hall on August 16 for the "2023 International Dragon Award" - the highest honor one can receive in the world's Chinese financial and insurance industry.
16th of August 2023
In light of the changing conference landscape after the pandemic, there is a fascinating new trend emerging called 'Bleisure' (Business + Leisure). This trend sees participants extending their conference trips to indulge in leisure activities such as sightseeing, entertainment, or simply relaxing before and/or after the event. We are intrigued to know if this trend is also prevalent in the market of association conferences.
26th of July 2023
Goyang Destination Week is the first international conference that focuses on the destination marketing or business event industry within the Asia-Pacific region. The event is hosted by Goyang Special City and organized by Goyang CVB so as to make Goyang city as the leading destination.
14th of July 2023
The biggest and most successful FootGolf World Cup ended the evening of June 6 ceremoniously at Planet Hollywood at Disney Springs in Orlando, FL. Exhausted from nine days of world-class FootGolf on five challenging courses spread across Evermore Resort and Walt Disney World’s Palm Course, 972 athletes from 39 countries ate, drank, sang, and danced to celebrate the six countries which would carry World Cup trophies home: Individual Men - Hungary, Senior Men - Norway, Women – Slovakia.
12th of July 2023
At Conferli, our mission is to connect associations with the perfect destinations and venues for their upcoming conferences. We are dedicated to providing valuable insights and resources on how destinations can enhance the conference experience for associations, fostering meaningful discussions and creating lasting impacts. One powerful tool that can drive the sustainability of conferences and leave a positive legacy is the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
12th of July 2023
The newly coined word ”workation” (work + vacation) refers to working and enjoying downtime at a destination away from home and is a trend that is being adopted by more and more remote workers. Many employers are also using the workation trend as a strategy to increase the productivity and overall wellbeing of their employees. Countries around the world are following the trend, attracting workationers by issuing "digital nomad" visas or enacting other support measures.
5th of July 2023
A Associação Internacional de Ciências Sociais e Humanas em Língua Portuguesa (AILPcsh) e a Universidade de Cabo Verde (Uni-CV), universidade anfitriã, têm a satisfação em convidar a comunidade científica e a sociedade civil a participarem do XV Congresso Luso-Afro-Brasileiro de Ciências Sociais (CONLAB) e o IV Congresso da Associação Internacional de Ciências Sociais e Humanas de Língua Portuguesa (CONAILPcsh) a serem realizados no período de 26 a 28 de setembro de 2023 no Campus da UniCV, n
27th of June 2023
A series called 'My Globetrotter Book', by Marisha Wojciechowska, Canadian writer and UIA Active Member, features books on New York, Paris and Tokyo, among others, and would be an ideal way of introducing children from the age of six to the enjoyment of travelling. With activities, fascinating facts and plenty of puzzles and games, these books aim to inspire a love of exploration and a feeling for global understanding in the younger generation.
21st of June 2023
Key Works of International Silk Union 2022
19th of June 2023
The sustainable management strategy for businesses, known as Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) management, is spreading throughout the MICE industry. Along with the infrastructure, costs, and service levels, the application of ESG is gaining prominence as a key consideration when selecting MICE destinations.
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