WHO Expert Committee meetings are closed to the public, however individuals or representatives of public and private institutions and civil society who wish to present information to committee members on issues related to the meeting agenda are invited to register their interest to attend a virtual Open Session (12 October 10.00-12.00AM).
It is an opportunity for individuals and partners external to the WHO to listen to an update on current and future activities of the ECDD Secretariat, and to provide comment on issues on the ECDD agenda. Individuals may participate in the Open Session in several ways:
- Presenting at the meeting
- Sending a written statement for the consideration of the Committee
- Observing the meeting
Requests to register
Participation in the Open Session is by registration only. Due to the high volume of interest in attending Open Session meetings, individuals who would like to attend the online meeting are requested to register their interest at the link below.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE
One request must be completed for each individual wishing to attend. All requests will be considered, and details on how to join the virtual meeting will be sent to successful candidates after all submissions are received. Successful requests for presentations will be allocated approx. 5-10 minutes at the meeting to present.
Please be aware that there are a limited number of time slots available for presentations, therefore the ECDD Secretariat may not be able to accommodate all requests.
Representation from low and middle income countries is particularly welcome. English is the working language of the ECDD meetings, but presenters who wish to present in other languages may provide their own translation services (e.g. through English subtitles on videos.