We genuinely believe that this conference is very much about the attendees, so we’re really dedicated to bringing our dear guests together. Recently, we asked our attendees to answer a few questions for our Attendee Highlight. Meet Paula Ribeiro and Désirée Staude and join us in October in London!
Why did you decide to take part in the First IAPTI International Conference?
Paula: I consider IAPTI one of the best Associations for our profession and I am considering applying to be a member. This is going to be my first contact with it and, because so many friends and colleagues are already members I decided to attend. Also, because the Conference is really well organized and has really good speakers…
Désirée: There were different reasons. First, I finally made up my mind and followed the saying to visit as many conferences and seminars as possible to learn new things and meet colleagues – and to network. This will be the start. Second, I am visiting a friend of mine who moved from Hong Kong to London end of June and we’ll surely have a great time, too. Third reason is finally meeting with Marta Stelmaszak, Rose Newell, and some other in person. The fourth reason is that I was longing to see London again and having some kind of vacation after four years.
What are you looking forward to the most?
Paula: Great sessions, revisiting London (a city I really love) and see some friends. Make new ones, of course, is also a goal!
Désirée: My main interests are the workshops/speeches of Rose Newell, Valeria Aliperta, Marta Stelmaszak, John Bowdler, Attila Piróth, Oliver Lawrence, and Loek van Kooten. I wonder how I will be able to get most of these talks – being aware I may have to skip some due to the fact I cannot have a clone of myself to attend all those.
Apart from the Conference, what are you planning to do in London?
Paula: Visit new places and revisit other ones… I really love London and have some friends there as well.
Désirée: My cultural plans are paying “The Shard” and the “British Museum” a visit. These are a MUST on my list. A nice Korean dinner is a ‘hopefully yes’ on my action list. I know, I shall avoid Charing Cross Road with its lovely bookshops one beside the other!!! To have some tea/coffee apart from the Conference with fellow colleagues as mentioned above is also a I am looking forward to it on my socializing plan. In 2004 I have enjoyed a play at The Globe which I must skip this time. But I can fully recommend it to all who are not yet sure if to go or not! A wonderful experience awaits you there!
Thanks a lot!
If you’ve just been convinced to join us in October, register now!
I should love to have attended, especially as Mona Baker is speaking at the conference. I can warmly recommend her book, “In Other Words” (Routledge), which rewards reading and re-reading by newcomers and seasoned practitioners alike. Unfortunately, I have a conflicting and I’m afraid overriding engagement. I nevertheless wish you all success and hope to have the opportunity of attending future events you organise.
With kind regards, and bon vent!
Adam Warren.