IGNITE is a student-run initiative aiming to improve Global Health!
Begun in 2004 by a group of passionate and motivated Monash University students, Ignite runs a variety of International Health projects and events in partnership with Global Health groups in Australia and overseas!
We invite you to take some time to find out more about this exciting student-run initiative, and how you can Get Involved!
AGM & Elections
17th October (Applications close on the 16th)
Ever considered yourself passionate about international health? Ever thought you wanted to be more involved in Ignite- running events, coming up with ideas, finding new directions?
Here is your opportunity. Nominations for 2010 positions are now open and will close next Friday, October 16 at 11.59pm. The elections will be held at the AGM on Saturday, 17th October, 11am, Menzies Building.
Click here to see descriptions of the positions and how to apply!
IFMSA Applications October 31st Want to meet medical students from around the world and discuss global health issues on the ultimate international forum? The International Federation of Medical Students is calling for applicants to attend the IFMSA General Assembly and the IFMSA Regional Asia Pacific Meeting. Both will be held in Bangkok, Thailand in March 2010, however they are two separate events. Click here for more information! Registration for Inaugural Gathering- Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA) October 23rd DEA students are hosting an inaugural gathering for medical students and interested others in Melbourne this December from the 5th to 7th, just prior to Copenhagen (COP) 15 (www.cop15.dk). It would be wonderful if you could attend. The purpose of the gathering is to raise awareness, educate and strategise collective action in the area of environmental health for 2010. We have some interesting speakers - Colleen Hartland MLA, health economist Lisa Gold, DEA honorary secretary David Shearman, MAPW head Dr Bill Williams, various other DEA members and academics. Registration is $55 for 3 days or $20 per day (lunch included) and accommodation via billeting with Victorian DEA student members. For info on the transport scholarship, rego and bank details please contact Liz atdeastudents@gmail.com before October 23.
Burnet Oration 2009- ‘Recent Trends in Global Public Health’ October 28th The Burnet Institute’s Chair, Mr Alastair Lucas and Director, Professor Brendan Crabb, have the pleasure of inviting you to the 2009 Burnet Oration. The Oration will be delivered by: Professor Sir Gustav Nossal AC CBE Former Director of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute for Medical Research; A Companion of the Order of Australia; Australian of the year 2000. DATE: Wednesday 28 October TIME: 6pm for 6:15pm start VENUE: BMW Edge, Federation Square COST: Free of charge, RSVP’s are essential RSVP: Friday 23 October to Valerie Skahill (03) 9282 2123 or valerie@burnet.edu.au Dress: Smart. The Oration will be followed by a cocktail function. If you would like to bring a guest please contact valerie@burnet.edu.au or call her on the number above. Friends4Fiji Initiative “The Initiative was started in July 2009 by a group of enthusiastic first year medical students at Monash University, Melbourne, after attending a global health conference that invited them to “Challenge Your World”. Through personal networks, they’ve established connections with fellow medical students at the exciting, new but rural and under-resourced University of Fiji Medical School in Saweni, Fiji Islands.” – F4F WordPress. F4F is currently running a “Contact Contest” for fundraising/donations, and looking for dedicated students to form the committee. Find out more about Friends4Fiji and join the cause at: · Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=136639230099#/group.php?gid=136639230099 · WordPress Blog: http://friends4fiji.wordpress.com/
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