INTEREST 2024

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Welcome

INTEREST 2024 will take place from 14-17 May 2024 as a live meeting in Cotonou, Benin.

The annual INTEREST Conference is the premier scientific conference for HIV in Africa, and brings together scientists involved in HIV treatment, pathogenesis, and prevention research from around the world. The conference showcases cutting-edge knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of HIV and the prevention of HIV-1 acquisition. It continues to foster a community of African physicians and scientists to facilitate the implementation of local solutions for the management of people living with HIV and for the prevention of HIV transmission.

INTEREST is co-organised by Amsterdam Institute for Global Health and Development (AIGHD) and Virology Education.

Conference Chairs

Kwasi Torpey, MD, PhD, MPH, FGCP, FWACP

University of Ghana / Amsterdam Institute of Global Health and Development, Ghana / Netherlands

Nyaradzo Mavis Mgodi, MBChB, MMed

University of Zimbabwe Clinical Trials Research Centre, Zimbabwe

General Information

Past Conferences

2007 – Kampala, Uganda
2008 – Dakar, Senegal
2009 – Lusaka, Zambia
2010 – Maputo, Mozambique
2011 – Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
2012 – Mombasa, Kenya
2013 – Dakar, Senegal
2014 – Lusaka, Zambia
2015 – Harare, Zimbabwe
2016 – Yaounde, Cameroon
2017 – Lilongwe, Malawi
2018 – Kigali, Rwanda
2019 – Accra, Ghana
2020 – Windhoek, Namibia (Virtual Conference)
2021 – Virtual Conference
2022 – Kampala, Uganda
2023 - Maputo, Mozambique

Abstract Submission

The Abstract Submission Portal for INTEREST 2024 will open soon.

Practical Information

Badges

All participants are requested to wear the badge at all times during the conference to ensure admission to the meeting.

Certificate of Attendance

A certificate of attendance will be sent to participants that have successfully completed the post-conference survey.

Language

The official language of the conference is English. French translation will be available.

Conference Materials

Conference materials can be obtained upon registration at the registration desk at the Conference Venue.

Disclaimer

This conference is intended for educational purposes only and aims to offer participants the opportunity to share information. The Organizing Secretariat of this event, Virology Education, cannot accept any liability for the scientific content of the sessions or for any claims which may result from the use of information or publications from this meeting. Virology Education disclaims all liability for injuries or losses of whatever nature incurred by individuals attending the conference.

Liability and Insurance

By registering for the conference participants agree that the organizers do not accept responsibility for medical-, travel- or personal insurance. Participants are advised to take out their own insurance policies.

Photographs, Audio, and Video Recording

Photographs, audio, and video recordings are not permitted at the official meeting sessions. Only the official medical writer appointed by the organization may make recordings. All presentations will be posted here as soon as possible after the workshop is finished, provided the speaker has given permission to do so.

Code of Conduct

All attendees, speakers, co-organizers, partners, endorsers, suppliers, volunteers, and employees at any of our programs are expected to observe our Code of Conduct. We cannot tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, disrespect, or the marginalization of those involved in our programs. All participants of VE and AME-organized programs are expected to treat others with dignity and respect at all times.

Any individual who feels discriminated against, harassed, disrespected, or marginalized is encouraged to report the incident(s) to VE and AME via info@amededu.com or to one of our on-site personnel.
Any participant who is found to have exhibited any inappropriate conduct or behavior against others may be removed from the program.

Support

Support Our Initiative

Financial backing helps us deliver an impactful meeting experience for the benefit of healthcare professionals and community representatives involved in HIV treatment, pathogenesis, and prevention research.

This collaboration plays a vital role in both the organisational as well as scientific success of the programme.

To show your commitment to the cause and get in touch with us for a tailored support package, please contact either

Karin Siebelt at Karin.Siebelt@amededu.com or call +31 30 230 7147, or
Marloes Nijboer at m.nijboer@aighd.org

Benefits of Support
By supporting this programme, we can offer the following advantages for your company.* Please contact us for the most recent support level benefits for this programme.

Symposium opportunities
Non-commercial interviews with company representatives
Verbal acknowledgement during the programme
Discounted and complimentary registrations for your representatives
Company acknowledgement on digital meeting materials including but not limited to newsletters, flyers, the streaming platform, and our website
Company acknowledgement on printed meeting materials including but not limited to banners and the programme book
Digital and printed advertising opportunities
Social media shout-outs
Logo on the conference bag

*Subject to the support level.

Media

INTEREST 2022

AIDSMap reviewed the INTEREST 2022 Conference, highlighting sessions such as those on global health targets, vaginal rings & topical PrEP, HIV treatment in pregnancy, and more.

Read their article here.