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binge drinking conference
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YWCA is very concerned about the increase in the number of reports in the media about young women drinking alcohol and getting out of control. What's going on and what can we do?
Our conference will consider what can be done to tackle the problem of young women binge drinking. Speakers who are leaders in their field and delegates with a wide range of expertise will combine their extensive experience and come up with solutions to present to Ministers.
The conference aims to:
- engage the widest possible audience to find solutions to this major problem in our society
- provide up-to-date information on the current situation by launching a report containing the results of YWCA research into why young women binge drink and how well they understand the risks
- produce practical solutions that the Government can implement
- improve positive networking between people interested in this worrying subject
Who should attend?
YWCA is inviting large number of potentially interested parties to the conference. One of the reasons that previous initiatives to tackle binge drinking may have not worked is because those who have an interest in finding solutions have not been fully involved.
Consequently, about 10% of the audience will be young women who attend YWCA centres. Their voices, opinions and experiences will help shape discussions and influence the results.
Lawmakers and enforcers; the prison and probation service; social workers and teachers; parents and grandparents; drinks manufacturers and distributers; media and advertising; alcohol support groups and charities; women’ organisations; the NHS and many, many more are all being invited.
Can you or your organisation contribute to this debate? Then join us!
Speakers
Our knowledgeable and expert speakers each have a very different angle on the subject of binge drinking. They are:
- Professor Ian Gilmore, President of the Royal College of Physicians
- Sara Thornton, Chief Constable, Thames Valley Police
- Seymour Fortescue, Chairman, Portman Group
- Don Shenker, Chief Executive, Alcohol Concern
- Olivia Bailey, National Women’s Officer, NUS
- Helga Swidenbank, Director, Bronzefield Prison
- Emma Reynolds, Head of Government Affairs, Tesco
- Wulf Livingston, British Association of Social Workers
- Julia Brown, The FASD Trust
In addition, three young women from YWCA Northampton will describe what they are doing to reduce binge drinking.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of attending?
It's £90 (iincluding VAT) for each delegate, payable in advance. Delegates can add a donation to the conference fee if they wish. Please pay within three weeks of booking or by Wednesday 7 October, which is 10 working days before the conference, whichever is first. When you have paid, we will send you more information, and ask about any dietary requirements and mobility needs.
Can I send someone in my place?
Yes. We are happy for you to send someone else in your place if at the last minute you can't attend. Please let us know as soon as possible.
What is the cancellation fee?
We have kept the cost of this conference as low as possible. If you cancel please send someone in your place. Cancellations received after Friday 2 October 2009 will not be refunded.
Where can I find accommodation?
Here's a list of hotels nearby.
The venue
This conference is being held right in the centre of London, just four minutes’ walk from Big Ben. The Central Methodist Hall, Westminster, London is an ideal location with a network of public transport easily available.
Any questions?
Ask conference organiser Eoin.Redahan, 1 – 3 Berry Street, London EC1V 0AA. Phone 020 7183 8035.
