20th SSEAYP International General Assembly
SIGA@20... Beyond The Usual...
May 1 - 4, 2008
OBJECTIVES OF SIGA (SSEAYP INTERNATIONAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY) -To create an opportunity for the reunion of former participants (PYs & NLs) to promote lasting friendship, understanding and goodwill
-To exchange information on activities of respective Alumni Associations and the Secretariat of SSEAYP International
-To enhance the network of cooperation among former participants through opportunities in various social and business undertakings
WHY IS THIS SIGA BEYOND THE USUAL...
This year, 2008... we are partying BEYOND THE USUAL as it is SI's (SSEAYP International) 20th Anniversary;
The following SSEAYP batches are celebrating BEYOND THE USUAL their Anniversaries...
1978 - 30th Anniversary
1983 - 25th Anniversary
1988 - 20th Anniversary
1993 - 15th Anniversary
1998 - 10th Anniversary
2003 - 5th Anniversary
And all other batches who would like to observe their Batch Anniversary during SIGA 2008...
Workshops, plenary sessions and activities will be staged BEYOND THE USUAL through fresh and fun approaches…
Host Families will, for the first time, be actively involved and presenting BEYOND THE USUAL projects and activities…
Participants will discover BEYOND THE USUAL linkages and networking opportunities…
AND BECAUSE, THE PHILIPPINE EXPERIENCE IS ALWAYS BEYOND THE USUAL…
DATE
Thursday May 1 – Sunday May 4, 2008
VENUE
Waterfront Cebu City Hotel Casino
Salinas Drive, Lahug
Cebu City 6000 Philippines
Tel. No. (63-32) 232-6888
Fax No. (63-32) 232-6880
THEME
ORGANISER
S I P ( SSEAYP International Philippines )
SIGA AGENDA (as specified in our SI Charter; Article 8.2)
Part 1 : COP ( Council of Presidents' Meeting )
Part 2 : SI Secretary General's Report
: Alumni Association's Report
: Council of Presidents' Meeting Report
: Workshop and Plenary Session as proposed by host country
Part 3 : Organized Tours / Institutional Visits / Social Service Projects
*while workshops & plenary sessions are ongoing for former PYs and former NLs, we have someorganized tours for guests, family members and host families who are attending this SIGA
SECRETARIAT
Secretariat Office
P.O. Box 12115, Ortigas Post Office, Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Philippines
Tel. No. (63-2) 937-6273
Fax No. (63-2) 937-6273
PARTICIPATION FEE
USD 175.00 / pax (Early birds fee until February 29, 2008)
USD 195.00 / pax (Regular registration fee from March 1 – March 31, 2008)
USD 225.00 / pax (Registration fee from April 1 – April 15, 2008)
USD 135.00 / pax (Children 5 years old and below)
*After April 15, 2008, SIP shall not entertain any registration
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION
April 15, 2008
CANCELLATION RULES
Before February 29, 2008 - No Charge
From March 1 - April 15, 2008 – Half Participation Fee
From April 16 – May 4, 2008 – Full Participation Fee
ACCOMODATION
Waterfront Cebu City Hotel Casino (3 nights stay)
MEALS
All meals from May 1 to 4, 2008 (throughout the conference period)
Late comers on May 1, 2008 will be provided with packed dinner / dinner coupons
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation will be provided for all SIGA itineraries, including airport transfer
*(please provide correct date/time of arrival and departure)
HOMESTAY
Our sincere apologies, due to logistical limitations, we cannot offer Homestay after May 4, 2008
TOUR PACKAGES
Various tour packages before and after the conference may be organized for willing travelers. Secretariat Committee will post the tour packages very soon.
INSURANCE
All participants are advised to obtain the necessary insurance during the entire stay in Cebu City
VISA
All nationalities (Japan & Asean) need not apply for a travel visa to enter the Philippines
IMPORTANT NOTICES
1) No Homestay during the duration of SIGA 2008 Cebu (May 1 – 4, 2008)
2) We will not accept any walk-in registration during the duration of SIGA 2008 Cebu
3) No selective participation, we strongly encourage everyone to attend all SIGA 2008 Cebu Activities & Itineraries
4) If anyone decide to attend only selected activities, he/she will be charged the full registration fee of USD 195.00
TAHNIAH!!!
