FAQs
- Who can register for the Conference?
- Where do I register for the Conference?
- When can I register?
- What materials must I include with my registration application?
- When will I get my confirmation letter?
- How many people can register for the conference?
- How do I get my visa to Mexico?
- How can I get into the conference? Do I need any particular form of identification?
- What is the programme for this years Conference?
- Should I be concerned about the H1N1 influenza when traveling?
- How do I find accommodations?
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Who can register for the Conference?
Registration for the 62nd Annual DPI/NGO Conference is open to representatives of Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) associated with the United Nations Department of Public Information (DPI), those in consultative status with the United Nations through the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), and those working with the Office for Disarmament Affairs (ODA) or recommended by the Mexican Government.
The Headquarters of each organization is responsible for the registration of its participants. Registrations must be submitted by the Headquarters/President together with a letter of endorsement containing the signature of the President or Chief Executive Officer.
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Where do I register for the Conference?
Invitation letters have been sent to all NGOs eligible to participate in the 2009 Annual DPI/NGO conference in Mexico City. If you have not received your invitation letter, please contact registration62dpi@un.org .
Registrations must be submitted via e-mail to registration62dpi@un.org by the Headquarters/President together with a letter of endorsement containing the signature of the President of Chief Executive Officer.
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When can I register?
Registration was launched on Tuesday, 16 June, 2009, and will continue until Saturday, 1 August, 2009. Applications will NOT be accepted after the 1 August, 2009 deadline.
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What materials must I include with my registration application?
The registration materials you send us must include the following:
• completed registration form
• photo according to the specifications attached
• endorsement letter from your organization's HeadquartersAll of the items above must be sent via e-mail to registration62dpi@un.org no later than 1 August 2009. We are unable to accept registration materials that are faxed or sent via the post office.
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When will I get my confirmation letter?
Please allow at least two weeks for the registration form to be processed. Confirmation letters will be sent via email to eligible participants.
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How many people can register for the conference?
A maximum of 5 persons may register per organization. Organizations that register at least one youth participant (age 18 to 24) will be allowed an additional representative.
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How do I get my visa to Mexico?
To verify that you need a visa to go to Mexico, please see our official visa guide, Information of Visa Procedures for Participants, where you will find a full list of countries not requiring visas for travel to Mexico. If you are a national of a country that is not listed, please contact your closest Mexican consulate/embassy.
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How can I get into the conference? Do I need any particular form of identification?
The participant’s confirmation letter must be presented upon arrival at the Conference, together with the participant’s national passport. Mexican nationals may present the Mexican National Identity Card in lieu of a passport. A DPI/NGO Conference photo-ID will be issued to participants upon their arrival and formal registration at the Conference.
Please Note: Only participants with proper identification will be permitted to enter the Conference.
NO ID means NO ACCESS.
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What is the programme for this years Conference?
This year’s conference will have an opening session, closing session, roundtables, late afternoon workshops, special events, exhibits, and youth activities. Please see here for a complete Conference schedule.
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Should I be concerned about the H1N1 influenza when traveling?
Due to recent concerns about the international influenza pandemic, some people are worried about traveling to Mexico. We encourage everyone to see our “Health News” tab for more information on the H1N1 influenza strain.
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How do I find accommodations?
The Government of Mexico is offering an official travel package for the Conference.