VCON 2024
ANNUAL VOLUNTEERSCONGRESS
- October 07-08, 2024
- Lahore
- October 11-12, 2024
- Karachi
INTRODUCTION
KNOW MORE ABOUT OUR GRAND EVENT
IPAC Foundation organizes the Annual Volunteers Congress (VCON) every year. It is a national summit of office bearers and volunteers working under the umbrella of the Volunteer Force Against Hepatitis Transmission (VFAHT) on the reduction of the burden of Infectious diseases in Pakistan. Volunteers from all the local councils at various medical and dental and other institutes across the country get together to partake in different interactive activities, designed to stir creative minds and yield ideas for the next year. VCON is a golden learning opportunity for volunteers to interact with each other and engage in intellectually stimulating conversations.
Perks of Attending Our Event
VCON will enable you to exchange ideas, innovate your creative skills, tap into your unlimited potential, and explore diverse interpersonal skills.
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WHY ATTEND OUR EVENT?
Networking
VCON will enable you to exchange ideas, knowledge, and experiences. It will also help to connect with like-minded people across Pakistan and generate innovative ideas.
Sparking Creativity
The segments involved in VCON are carefully curated to trigger your creative skills which is always a healthy way to refresh your mind.
Empowering Minds
VCON will help you to overcome adversities by creating a strong mindset and tapping into your unlimited potential. It will also help you shape your future.
Shaping the Future Leaders
VCON trains you to be agile, empathetic, flexible, and accept challenges; the qualities a leader should have.
Volunteers Recognition
The tireless hard work and efforts of the volunteers over the years will be acknowledged, recognized, and highlighted to lift up their spirits and motivate them to take up challenges.
PROGRAM FLOW
Bridging The Gap Between Healthcare & Technology
Venue Location for Lahore: Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College
Venue Location for Karachi: Ziauddin University
Venue Location:
Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College, Lahore
October 07, 2024
Monday
Inaugural Ceremony
- 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
- Meet & Greet
- Recitation
- National Anthem
- Welcome Remarks
- IPAC Documentary
M. Sameer Shafi, MDChairman, Board of Trustees, IPAC Foundation
Opening Keynote Addresses
- 10:15 AM - 10:20 AM
Ayesha BassraCo-President, VFAHT 2024
VFAHT – A Growth Year
- 11:50 AM - 12:00 PM
Prof. Dr. Zohra KhanumPrincipal, Services Institute of Medical Sciences, Lahore
Journey of VFAHT
- 10:20 AM - 10:25 AM
- VFAHT Video
TBA
Appreciation of Volunteers
- 10:25 AM - 11:00 AM
Faria FaranSenior Officer, Outreach Programs (VFAHT)
Public Health Quiz
- 12:55 PM - 02:40 PM
TBA
Guest Address / Standup Comedy
- 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
Marriam FiazAssistant Manager, Outreach Programs (VFAHT)
Quiz Competition ( Final Round)
- 12:05 PM - 12:10 PM
TBA
Volunteer Recognition Ceremony
- 12:20 PM - 12:45 PM
TBA
Chief Guest Address
- 12:15 PM - 12:20 PM
Success Stories Session
- 12:10 PM - 12:25 PM
- Services Institute of Medical Sciences
Sami ShafiMember Board of Trustee, Pakistan
Thank You Remarks
- 02:45 PM - 03:30 PM
Venue Location:
Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College, Lahore
October 08, 2024
Tuesday
Prof. Arif Mahmood SiddiquiProfessor & Head of Medicine Director Clinical Services, RLKU Medical College
Workshop 01Tackling Hepatitis B & C in Pakistan: Overcoming Data and Compliance Hurdles
Dr. Salima Naveed Manji Assistant Professor, Department of Dental Education, FMH College of Medicine & Dentistry
Workshop 02Exploring Dental Forensics and Safe Dentistry
Dr. Umar Farooq, MD, MSAssociate Professor of Medicine, Associate Chief Medical Officer, Penn State University College of Medicine
Dr. Faisal Aziz, MDChief, Division of Vascular Surgery Professor, Department of Medicine, Pennstate
Workshop 03: Debunking the Myths: What the Future Holds for Medical Students
Venue Location:
Ziauddin University, Karachi
October 11, 2024
Friday
Dr. Munir AhmedPresident, The Health Foundation
Workshop 01Tackling Hepatitis B & C in Pakistan: Overcoming Data and Compliance Hurdles
Dr. Fahad UmerAssociate Professor, Section of Dental Surgery, Department of Surgery, AKU
Workshop 02Exploring Dental Forensics and Safe Dentistry
Dr. Syed Ather EnamNeurosurgeon, Professor of Neurosurgery and Chair, Department of Surgery, AKU
Workshop 03AI implementation in Medical & Healthcare System
Dr. Umar Farooq, MD, MSAssociate Professor of Medicine, Associate Chief Medical Officer, Penn State University College of Medicine
Dr. Faisal Aziz, MDChief, Division of Vascular Surgery Professor, Department of Medicine, Pennstate
Workshop 04Ethical Implications of Technological Advances in Medicine
Venue Location:
Ziauddin University, Karachi
October 12, 2024
Saturday
Inaugural Ceremony
- 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
- Meet & Greet
- Recitation
- National Anthem
- Welcome Remarks
- IPAC Documentary
M. Sameer Shafi, MDChairman, Board of Trustees, IPAC Foundation
Opening Keynote Addresses
- 10:15 AM - 10:20 AM
Areeb Arif Co-President, VFAHT 2024
VFAHT – A Growth Year
- 11:50 AM - 12:00 PM
Prof. Dr. Zohra KhanumPrincipal, Services Institute of Medical Sciences, Lahore
Journey of VFAHT
- 10:20 AM - 10:25 AM
- VFAHT Video
Mr. Khaleeq Ur Rehman
Appreciation of Volunteers
- 10:25 AM - 11:00 AM
Faria FaranSenior Officer, Outreach Programs (VFAHT)
Public Health Quiz
- 12:55 PM - 02:40 PM
Saeed Allawala
Philanthropy
- 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
Marriam FiazAssistant Manager, Outreach Programs (VFAHT)
Quiz Competition ( Final Round)
- 12:05 PM - 12:10 PM
TBA
Volunteer Recognition Ceremony
- 12:20 PM - 12:45 PM
TBA
Chief Guest Address
- 12:15 PM - 12:20 PM
Success Stories Session
- 12:10 PM - 12:25 PM
- Services Institute of Medical Sciences
Sami ShafiMember Board of Trustee, Pakistan
Thank You Remarks
- 02:45 PM - 03:30 PM
EVENT SPEAKERS
Our Amazing Speakers & Trainers
Renowned national and international Speakers and Trainers will be joining VCON 2023 to mentor the students and share their experiences.
Developer
Azaan Webber
Designer
Aliza Guthrie
Entrepreneur
Kelvin Walls
Public Relations
Rose Larsen
Entrepreneur
Archer Simons
Marketing
Steven Pierce
HR Consultant
Hina Spooner
Developer
Tommie Jordan
Content Writter
Talia Harvey
SEGMENTS REGISTRATIONS
REGISTER HERE
Register now to be a part of VCON
Workshops
- 1 Day access to the conference
- Music, Launch and Speaker
- Meet Event Speaker
General Registration
- 3 Day access to the conference
- Music, Launch and Speaker
- Meet Event Speaker
- Consultation With Speaker
- Networking Area
Event Venue
- Nusa Dua, Bali - Indonesia
- November 14 - 16, 2022
- 08.00 A.M. - 16.00 P.M.
OUR TESTIMONIAL
LET'S HEAR IT FROM OUR VOLUNTEERS
VFAHT volunteers are all geared up for the event. VCON is the most anticipated event of the year and volunteers from all councils participate actively in the event.
We are thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to you for the most awaited event of the year, VCON 2023. This two-day event will definitely be a memorable experience like no other. A dynamic lineup of activities, discussions, and opportunities have been designed to empower and engage students from all over Pakistan. So get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey of discovery and inspiration!
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ORGANIZING COMMITTEE VFAHT
Partners & Sponsor
Our Official Partners and Sponsor
Be a Part of VCON
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary occasion. Secure your spot by registering today, and we can’t wait to see you all there. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!
You are cordially invited to the most eagerly anticipated event of the year: VCON 2023! Join us for two thrilling days on October 18th and 19th at the Services Institute of Medical Sciences, where an array of engaging activities awaits. Our event features immersive workshops, exciting quizzes, valuable networking opportunities, and a grand recognition ceremony, among many other exciting surprises.