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ALSA Conference (Perth) 2013. Callum Davidson, Convenor. Progress Update. Finance: Begun the process of incorporation; preparation for changeover on 1 August Accom /Socials: in the process of getting quotes for providers, venues Preliminary dates: 8 – 15 July 2013.
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ALSA Conference (Perth) 2013 Callum Davidson, Convenor
Progress Update • Finance: Begun the process of incorporation; preparation for changeover on 1 August • Accom/Socials: in the process of getting quotes for providers, venues • Preliminary dates: 8 – 15 July2013
Strategic Direction and Vision for Conference • Inclusiveness, social responsibility, equal opportunity • Drawing upon the resources of ALSA – promoting the idea of ‘ALSA beyond Conference’ • Using Tri-Law (WA) resources & giving ALSA a profile in Western Australia
Proposed New Initiatives • Opening registration at Conference 2012 and providing incentives for registering early • Expansion of careers programme: Careers Director • Social justice aspect added to Education portfolio
Issues to be Addressed • Splitting accommodation across multiple providers • High costs of holding a conference in Perth • High costs of travel to Perth • Sponsorship arrangements: minors and WA-only corporates (e.g. Squire Sanders, Jackson McDonald)