5th World Conference of Women's Shelters
15-18 Sept 2025
Sydney, Australia

FAQs

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#5WCWS

Abstracts

Registration

Networking

Scholarships/Financial assistance

Program

General

Sponsorship and exhibition

Support us

Abstracts

Registration

Networking

Scholarships/Financial assistance

Program

General

Sponsorship and exhibition

Support us

Onsite

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FAQs

Abstracts

Registration

Networking

Scholarships/Financial assistance

Program

General

Sponsorship and exhibition

Support us

Onsite

Do you have a question not listed in our FAQs?

Key dates

Conference starts in

Acknowledgement of country

WESNET and GNWS are committed to UN Sustainable Development Goal no. 5:

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

Abstracts

What is an abstract?

What types of abstracts will be offered?

When does the Call for abstracts close?

How much does it cost to submit an abstract?

How do I submit an abstract?

Once I submit my abstract, can I modify it?

Who reviews the abstracts and decides how they are presented?

How will I know if my abstract and preferred presentation format will be accepted?

Do I need to pay for registration as an abstract presenter?

How long are the presentations?

Registration

How do I register for the event?

I cannot attend 5WCWS in Sydney, so can I join the Conference virtually?

What does my Conference registration include?

What does an NGO or non-NGO mean in the registration types?

I have completed the online registration booking. When will I receive confirmation?

I cannot pay for my registration by credit card. Can you please send an invoice for payment?

I have registered for the Conference but not paid. Is my registration confirmed?

Can I share my registration?

Is the Conference open to only GNWS members or allies?

Can I register as a group?

Are day registrations available?

Do you have any ideas on how I can raise some funds to afford to attend?

How do I request a refund?

Can I bring my partner/children?

Can I register onsite?

Networking

How do I know what social events are happening?

Can I bring a guest to the Welcome reception?

Where will the Conference dinner be held?

How do I purchase a Conference dinner ticket?

Scholarships/Financial assistance

What types of scholarships are available and what do they cover?

How can I submit a scholarship?

What is the criteria for scholarships?

When will I know if I have been successful with my scholarship application?

How and when can I get my scholarship?

Program

How will I know the schedule for 5WCWS?

When can I find out more about Study tours available?

When can I find out more about Pre and Post workshops?

If I would like to organise a side event before or after 5WCWS, who do I contact?

General

Where is the Conference being held?

What are the key dates and deadlines for 5WCWS?

Who are the hosts of 5WCWS?

How many people are expected to attend?

Where has this Conference been held before?

What is the official hashtag for 5WCWS?

How can I follow the Conference on social media and other platforms?

Do you have special accommodation rates for 5WCWS?

Do I need travel insurance?

What languages will 5WCWS cater for?

Do I need a visa to enter Australia?

How do I get an invitation letter for my visa?

Do I need vaccinations to enter Australia?

What is the currency used in Australia?

Is transport being offered between the airport and ICC Sydney?

What is the dress code for the Conference?

What is the time zone in Sydney in September?

What is the expected weather in Sydney in September?

How do I notify the organisers about my special requirements (eg. accessibility, dietary, etc)?

What kind of seating will be available at events for those with mobility needs, or who are unable to stand for long periods of time?

Will there be a prayer room at the Conference venue?

Will you be providing creche or babysitting services?

Is it possible to apply for funding for projects?

What can I do in Sydney while I am here?

I plan to travel to different parts of Australia while I am there for 5WCWS, Have you got any ideas on where to go?

I would like to volunteer, how can I help?

Sponsorship and exhibition

How can I find out more about sponsoring and exhibiting at 5WCWS?

Support us

Can I donate to 5WCWS?

How can I help spread the word that 5WCWS is happening?

Onsite

Do you have a question not listed in our FAQs?

Key dates

WESNET and GNWS are committed to UN Sustainable Development Goal no. 5:

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls