The International Society for the Study of Hypertension in Pregnancy (ISSHP) is delighted to announce that the bidding process for hosting the XXII World Congress of the Society in 2020 is now open.
ISSHP is an international society of scientists and research active clinicians who are committed to reducing the global burden of maternal mortality and morbidity caused by hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. The Society seeks to advance knowledge into the causes of hypertensive conditions in pregnancy and to translate this into clinically meaningful interventions, with a particular emphasis on addressing inequities in low to middle income countries.
The biannual World Congress attracts researchers from across the globe and the delegates normally number 400-700, including many Key Opinion Leaders in this field.
The XXII World Congress will be held in 2020. Parties interested in hosting this prestigious conference should contact their local ISSHP International Council Member. A list of council members and their contact details can be found HERE
Should you need their contact details, please email isshp@ucc.ie
An application form for the submission of Expressions of Interest can also be downloaded HERE
Please note: Expressions of Interest will only be considered if they are submitted by an ISSHP council member. Direct submissions from Conferences Organizers and other interested parties will not be considered unless endorsed by a council member.
Relevant Deadlines:
September 2015: Call issued.
1st July 2016: The deadline for submission of proposals.
1st August 2016: Ballot will close and the host with the winning submission will be notified soon after.
October 2016: Presentation of the proposed venue to the Membership at the World Congress in Brazil for ratification.
