4th Annual IIHP Meeting 1999

October 10-13, 1999 - Curitiba, Brazil

 

Synopsis

The International Institute for Health Promotion (IIHP) recently held its Fourth Annual Meeting from October 10-13 in Curitiba, Brazil. The event was co-hosted by the Prefeitura Curitiba and the Parana Chapter of the Brazilian Association for Quality of Life (ABQV). For the first time, the IIHP meeting was held in conjunction with an international congress (I Congresso Internacional de Qualidade de Vida).

Twenty-eight health promotion professionals from government agencies, private corporations and non-profit organizations from 14 countries discussed the significance of health promotion in addressing the major global trends such as population growth, urbanization, aging, and rising health care costs. After analyzing and reviewing health promotion policies in various countries and World Health Organization (WHO) documents, including examining the financial structure of health care systems, it was concluded that more effective advocacy is a high priority. This in mind, the participants drafted a consensus statement ("Curitiba Declaration") on the global need for health promotion. This statement will be published in "Health Promotion: Global Perspectives" and potentially other publications shortly.

The participants also took a critical look at the future of the IIHP and gave two recommendations:

1. The IIHP network should stay an open forum and strengthen ties with influential organizations and individuals.

2. Focus groups or committees within the network should work on specific collaborative projects. The committee chair should report to IIHP Headquarters on a monthly basis and the groups report on their yearlong activities at the next annual meeting.

The following interest areas were identified:

  • · training / curriculum
  • · global health fitness test
  • · workplace health promotion
  • · communication / advocacy
  • · IIHP Meeting planning

Specific project proposals included:

  • · Expanding the Corporate SANGALA project in South Africa to other countries.
  • · Offering a summer course/school in health promotion.
  • · Developing a global fitness testing battery for country comparisons
  • (presented by IPN-Germany).

As a result of the discussion on special interests and projects, committees were formed and are to begin work in the upcoming weeks.

The 5th Annual IIHP Meeting will be held at American University in Washington, DC, October 18-21, 2000.

 

Final Meeting Report

Theme: "Health Promotion: Policies and Economics"

As a result of the input from IIHP partners and other affiliates during the last year, the following central theme was chosen "Health Promotion: Policies and Economics". "Health Promotion: Global Perspectives" has covered both topics in previous issues: Volume 1, number 4 and 5 (September and November). As many countries are facing the challenge of health care reform and lifestyle-related diseases are on the rise throughout the world, the development of health promotion policies has become a major issue. In a world of fierce competition and maximizing resources, the significance of sustainable financing for and cost-effectiveness of health promotion programs will further increase in the next millennium.

The following topics will also be addressed in continuation to previous discussions:

  • training and curriculum development
  • health communications
  • testing and database development
  • research collaboration

When?

October 10-13, 1999
Starting opening reception on Sunday night with a dinner party in the Mayor's Office in the Local Environment Office at the Curitiba Prefeitura.
Closing on Wednesday night with a joint reception for the meeting delegates and participants of the following scientific congress.


Where?

Curitiba - Brazil's "Ecological Capital", is located in the south and the capital of Paraná State. Curitiba is 304 years old and holds 1.5 million people. It is known for its innovative urban solutions, including the country's most efficient public transportation system and lots of green area, and for its emphasis on "qualidade da vida" (quality of life). A perfect setting for a health promotion meeting / conference! For more information about Curitiba see following home page: http://www.curitiba.pr.gov.br

The conference facilities are at FIEP (Paraná State Industry Federation ).

Schedule

 

 SUNDAY

OCTOBER 10

MONDAY

OCTOBER 11

TUESDAY

OCTOBER 12

WEDNESDAY

OCTOBER 13

 8:00 am

 

Walk at Barigui Park

Walk at Botanical Garden

 Walk at São Lourenço Park

 9:00 am

 

Opening Ceremony

Bob Karch

Representative of the Prefecture of Curitiba Introductions

Sharing session on HEALTH PROMOTION ECONOMICS

Training and Curriculum: Summary and Discussion

10:45 am - 11:00 am

 

Break

Break

Break

 11:00 am

 

Discussion of agenda Summary and Discussion of IIHP Activities in 1998/99

Breakout groups on Economics

Research and Database: Summary and Discussion

 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

 

LUNCH

LUNCH

LUNCH

 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Check-in Hotel

Sharing session on HEALTH PROMOTION POLICIES

 Group reports on Economics

ALLIANCE BUILDING session with WHO/PAHO

 3:30pm - 3:45 pm

 

Break

Break

Break

 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm

4:00 pm Registration at hotels

Breakout groups on Policies

IIHP ISSUES

review/ analysis

future plans/ events

the new millenium

open forum

 REGIONAL BREAKOUT GROUPS

 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Bus departure from hotels

Group reports on Policies

Poster presentations: Q&A session

Group reports on REGIONAL BREAKOUT GROUPS

         

 EVENING

8:00 pm Cocktail Party with music

8:00 pm Dinner Party with Mayor Cassio Tanagucchi

8:30 pm Visit of Telepar Tower and Dinner at typical Paranese restaurant "Estrela da Terra"

8:00 pm Closing ceremony and Opening of ABQV Congress

Guidelines for "Sharing Sessions"

 

1. Health Promotion Policies

The underlying goal of the sharing session and breakout groups is to formulate 4-5 statements around best practices for the development and implementation of policy, so to say a consensus statement. Participants are asked to prepare a brief statement on existing and/or proposed health promotion policies in their home country (whether at local, regional or national level), e.g., summary of policies, the development process, outcomes/results, lessons learned, assessment.

Eight ten-minute slots are available for the 90-minute session.

For an introduction to the topic please refer to the "Global Perspectives" newsletter, volume 1, number 4 ( on the world wide web at http://www.healthy.american.edu/iihpnewsletterarticles.html) or see the Third Annual Meeting report (if not in posession of this report please contact us).

 

2. Health Promotion Economics

The underlying goal of the sharing session and breakout groups is to formulate 4-5 statements around best practices for the development and implementation of funding mechanisms or vehicles (consensus statement). Participants are asked to prepare a brief statement on existing and/or proposed funding vehicles in favor of health promotion in their home country (whether at local, regional or national level), e.g., summary of successful funding initiatives and advocacy efforts and resources, outcomes, lessons learned, assessment.

Eight ten-minute slots are available for the 90-minute session.

For an introduction to the topic please refer to the "Global Perspectives" newsletter, volume 1, number 5 ( on the world wide web at http://www.healthy.american.edu/iihpnewsletterarticles.html).

 

Please send the brief statements by September 28, 1999 to Wolf Kirsten at :

e-mail: wk1861a@american.edu

fax: 1-202-885-1346

Travel Agency

A travel agency has been identified in Curitiba to coordinate IIHP requests.

1. Name:

MERCOHOTEIS
BUREAU DE EVENTOS
Rua Jorge Batista Crocetti, 812
CEP: 82800-280 Curitiba PR
Fone/Fax: 55-41-366-5138 from 8 am to 6 pm - local time/Brasil time
Fone/Fax: 55-41-274-2641 after 6 pm - local time/Brasil time - ask for Celia
email: mercohoteis@netpar.com.br

2. Who you could ask for:

  • MARLENE D. PROSDOCIMO - She is the one who is going to be encharged of everything for the IIHP participants.
  • However, anyone may call the agency and talk to whoever gets the phone. They have 2 English speakers at the office.
  • All it is needed is to notify that it reefers to the IIHP meeting.

Air Travel

Delegates should arrange their own flights. The travel agency stands ready to assist but fares may be cheaper when booked in-country.

Accomodation

The following rates are subject to change as better rates are currently being negotiated. Contact and location information will also be provided.

 
Hotel Rates
 

 Hotel

*

 Sgl

Dbl

Grand Hotel Rayon ***** U$ 83.14 + 10% U$ 96.98 + 10%
Bourbon ***** U$ 72.10 + 10% U$ 72.10 + 10%
Flat Batel **** U$ 49.40 U$ 52.90
Upper Residence Flat **** U$ 52.33 U$ 63.95
Mabu Curitiba **** U$ 56.98 + 10% U$ 62.80 + 10%
Rochelle Park Hotel *** U$ 54.04 + 10% U$ 62.74 + 10%
Granville *** U$ 40.12 + 10% U$ 45.94 + 10%
Esteio Park Hotel *** U$ 39.25 + 10% U$ 47.97 + 10%

Transportation

Ground transportation will be provided from / to the airport and hotel. Daily appropriate transportation will be also provided during the event.

Call for Papers

The Program Committee invites the submission of proposals for presentations at the 4th Annual IIHP Meeting or ABQV Congress. The meeting will focus more on interactive discussions and group work and therefore will only allow poster presentations. The ensuing international congress will follow a more traditional approach with presentations and lectures. Please state your preference. All presentations should be related to the conference theme: "Health Promotion: Policies and Economics".

Presentation Formats available include:

Oral Presentation
Poster Presentation
Roundtable Discussion

Please indicate which type of presentation you would prefer. The Program Committee reserves the right to accept presentations in the format deemed most appropriate.

Submit all materials to:

Wolf Kirsten
Program Manager - IIHP
National Center for Health Fitness
American University - Nebraska Hall - LL
4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20016-8037
USA

Make sure to:

Provide complete contact information.
Specify the type of presentation you are requesting.
Limit your abstract to a maximum of 250 words (in English).
Type in 12 point type, single spaced, and in high quality print.
Provide one copy of the abstract with names and affiliations attached.
Submit one copy of the abstract with no names or affiliations listed for use in the review process.
Attach a curriculum vitae.
Specify what audio-visual equipment you need.
Presenters must register to attend the IIHP Meeting.

Submission Deadline: August 1, 1999

The ABQV Congress


The ABQV (Brazilian Association for the Quality of Life) Congress will follow the IIHP Meeting (starting on the evening of the 13th, until the 16th) and feature international speakers and attract a largely Brazilian / Latin American audience. All international IIHP partners are invited to attend the ABQV Congress and make a presentation.

Registration

There will be no registration fee due to the support of American University and the Prefeitura of Curitiba. Please send your registration per fax (1-202-885-1346) or electronically (to iihpaa@american.edu) with the following information:

Last Name
First Name
Title
Present Occupation
Organization
Full Mailing Address
Phonenumber
Faxnumber
E-mail

If you are not part of the IIHP please attach a seperate letter introducing yourself and your organization and your interest in the meeting.
 
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