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4) What is the theme of the AVAPE International Congress on Rehabilitation and Inclusion? 5) What are the days and times of the AVAPE International Congress on Rehabilitation and Inclusion? 6) What are the accessibility options available to persons with disabilities? 7) What is the target public of the AVAPE International Congress on Rehabilitation and Inclusion? 8) Is the International Congress free? 10) What is the deadline for signing up? 11) Is there a limit on the number of participants in the AVAPE International Congress? 12) Are vacancies still available for the Scientific Day? 13) I want to attend a lecture, do I have to sign up? 16) If I only take part on one day, will I receive a certificate? 17) Will all participants receive a certificate? 18) What do I do to present my scientific work? 19) Will the content of the presentations be available on the site? 21) Where is the Renaissance Hotel located? 22) What accesses are available for persons with disabilities? 23) Are coffee breaks and lunch included in the free enrollment? 24) What dining options are available in the region of the event? 25) Is there parking at the hotel? 26) How do I reserve accommodation at the Renaissance Hotel? 27) How can I find accommodation at other hotels in the region?
1) What is AVAPE? Founded in 1982, AVAPE – The Association for Valuing Persons with Disabilities is a charitable philanthropic and social assistance institution which cares for people with all kinds of disabilities, with a complete range of service which goes beyond clinical aspects to involve the development of the conditions required for professional rehabilitation and training. It currently offers 7 million appointments a year, and was the first entity in its field to be certified to ISO 9001. The AVAPE Mission Find out more:
2) What is the FENAVAPE? The FENAVAPE – The National Federation of the AVAPES was founded in March of 2007, the year in which AVAPE marked up 25 years of work in favor of the disabled. The aim was to be an entity focused on collaborating in defining domestic policies, in addition to negotiating with government authorities and the private sector the means for social inclusion and the right of disabled persons in Brazil to citizenship.
The IDB – The Interamerican Development Bank is the principal source of multilateral financing in 26 countries of Latin America and the Caribbean, having been established in 1959 to support the economic and social development process in the region. Find out :
The theme chosen for the Third Edition of the AVAPE International Congress on Rehabilitation and Inclusion is “Social Entrepreneurship: Integrations, Innovations and Solutions". With this theme, the event aims to bring presentations based on the experiences and practices of social enterprises, private initiative and the public sector, as well as the trends and probable solutions for important themes on the current global macroeconomic and social scenario.
5) What are the days and times of the AVAPE International Congress on Rehabilitation and Inclusion? The AVAPE International Congress on Rehabilitation and Inclusion takes place from November 23 to 25, 2009, from 8h00 to 18h30, as shown in the following schedule: Nov 23 – Forum on Diversity and Inclusion in Latin America
6) What are the accessibility options available to persons with disabilities? All advertising and event material for the III AVAPE International Congress will be accessible to persons with disabilities by means of resources in Braille, spoken translation, and Libras (Brazilian sign language) among others.
Professionals in the Fields of: Health, Rehabilitation, Education, Management and Social Responsibility. However, enrollment for the III AVAPE International Congress is not restricted to these fields.
8) Is the International Congress free? Yes. The entire program of the III AVAPE International Congress on Rehabilitation and Inclusion is free. Those interested only have to sign up so as to guarantee their place. To sign up, click here.
There are two methods available for signing up: 01 - Full Package or International Encounter - Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Inclusion
You can enroll for the III AVAPE International Congress up to November 15, 2009 or while places are available. Remember that in the case of the Forum on Diversity and Inclusion in Latin America, on November 23, 200 places are available. For the International Encounter – Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Inclusion, on November 24 and 25, 500 places will be available on each day. And for the XII AVAPE Scientific Day, on November 25, enrollment has closed.
Yes. In the case of the Forum on Diversity and Inclusion in Latin America, on November 23, 200 places are available. For the International Encounter – Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Inclusion, on November 24 and 25, 500 places will be available on each day. And for the XII AVAPE Scientific Day, on November 25, enrollment has closed. To sign up, click here.
12) Are vacancies still available for the Scientific Day? No. Enrollment for the XII AVAPE Scientific Day has closed. Those interested should forward an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and should there be any cry-offs, we will get in touch.
13) I want to attend a lecture, do I have to sign up? Yes. However, we recommend that participants attend their entire chosen schedule, not just a lecture or other event; as places are limited, others might find themselves left out of the event.
14) My company or organization wants to take part with a group of professionals, but with one member assigned to attend a lecture or specific attraction. How should they sign up? In this case, the event organizers prefer to provide the company or organization with an exclusive service. Please get in touch via e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , informing us of: - number of professionals involved
15) I completed the form and forwarded my registration form for the event. Should I print out proof of enrollment? All participants will receive proof of enrollment at the time they send their registration forms, which will be sent to their registered address and e-mail. It’s important to check all data, especially the registration format chosen. In the event of non-receipt of this proof – or where incorrect data are identified, we ask you not to make any alterations to the document, contacting us as soon as possible via e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it We recommend that participants print out the registration form received in the e-mail, so as to speed up their accreditation on arrival.
16) If I only take part on one day, will I receive a certificate? No. The certificate of participation will only be issued to participants who attend the full program of the event and the workshops.
17) Will all participants receive a certificate? Yes. The certificate of participation will only be issued to participants who attend the full program of the event and the workshops, registering the workload of all activities. Participants should pick it up at the end of the event from the accreditation desk.
18) What do I do to present my scientific work? The presentation of scientific working panels is an exclusive space for AVAPE professionals for presentation of the entire medical and scientific content developed and organized at the institution during the year.
19) Will the content of the presentations be available on the site? Yes. At the end of the event, all presentations will be made available on the site www.avape.org.br/congressointernacional for free download.
20) My company or organization wishes to advertise its products during the III AVAPE International Congress. How should I proceed? The organizers of the III AVAPE International Congress have access to a sales team ready to develop any kind of partnerships with companies or organizations. In this case, we would ask you to contact us by e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
21) Where is the Renaissance Hotel located? The Renaissance Hotel is located at 2233 Alameda Santos in São Paulo. It is located in the heart of the Jardins district, some 35 km (50 minutes) from Guarulhos International Airport (Aeroporto Internacional de Guarulhos) and 15 km (25 minutes) from Congonhas International Airport (Aeroporto Internacional de Congonhas). It enjoys a privileged location: one block from Paulista Avenue, Brazil’s financial, economic and cultural heartland.
22) What accesses are available for persons with disabilities? O Hotel Renaissance disponibiliza acesso para pessoas com deficiência pela Rua Haddock Lobo (uma rua abaixo da entrada principal do hotel).
23) Are coffee breaks and lunch included in the free enrollment? Coffee breaks, yes. Participants must pay for their own lunches at the different options available in the region.
24) What dining options are available in the region of the event? There is a series of gastronomic options in the region where the III AVAPE International Congress is being held. For starters, there is the Jardins Terrace Restaurant located in the Renaissance Hotel. The creative gastronomy of the Jardins Terrace Restaurant will delight the most demanding palates. With Chef Gayber Silveira in charge, the cuisine mixes Brazilian ingredients with international recipes, enhancing flavors and creating experiences. The charming and intuitive décor is a highlight among the best restaurants in São Paulo. With natural illumination and an air-conditioned environment, the Jardins Terrace conveys to the client the impression of being in the open air. • Lunch: buffet service from Monday thru Friday • Dinner: à la carte from 19h00 to 23h30
25) Is there parking at the hotel? Yes. Valet Parking prices are as follows: For periods exceeding 09 hours, R$ 3,00 an hour for the excess period will be added to the parking fee. The minimum fee to be invoiced is R$ 30,00. Access is through the entrance to the Events Pavilion at 1620 Alameda Jaú, or through the hotel main entrance at Alameda Santos, 2233.
26) How do I reserve accommodation at the Renaissance Hotel? Accommodation reservations at the Renaissance Hotel must be made through the hotel site at www.renaissance.com.br/saobr, e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by telephone 0800-7031512. All apartments have been designed to meet the requirements of business travelers. Guests have access to high-speed Internet, laptop connection sockets, individual temperature control, two telephone lines, cable TV, a radio, an AM/FM alarm clock, a hairdryer, an iron and ironing board, a minibar, a laptop-compatible digital safe, voice mail and message indicator and bath (apartments) or Jacuzzi (suites). • Floors: 25 LEISURE
In order to access the different accommodation options in the region where the III AVAPE International Congress on Rehabilitation and Inclusion is to be held, we suggest you contact the SP Convention Bureau:: Site: http://www.visitesaopaulo.com/
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