12Th International Family Nursing Conference Improving Family Health Globally Through Research, Education, and Practice
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12th International Family Nursing Conference Improving Family Health Globally through Research, Education, and Practice Official Conference Sponsors The official meeting of the International Family Nursing Association www.InternationalFamilyNursing.org AUGUST 18-21, 2015 • ODENSE, DENMARK CONFERENCE BROCHURE 2 12th International Family Nursing Conference Odense, Denmark • August 18-21, 2015 Invitation to the 2015 International Family Conference Planning Committee Nursing Conference Co-Chairs We are pleased to announce the 12th International Family Nursing Conference, Kathleen A. Knafl, PhD, FAAN ‟Improving Family Health Globally through Research, Education, and Practice,” University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to be held in Odense, Denmark at the Radisson Blu Hotel, August 18 to 21, 2015. The conference will begin with pre-conference workshops on August 18. New in Janet A. Deatrick, PhD, FAAN this conference will be expert lectures by prominent family scholars and special University of Pennsylvania sessions that will feature emergent and groundbreaking areas of family nursing research, practice, and theory. IFNA Board Liaison Through pre-conference workshops, plenary sessions, symposia, and paper/poster Marcia Van Riper, PhD, RN exchanges, attendees will have ample opportunities to learn about recent advances University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the field and share their work and ideas with others who are committed to the advance of family nursing. With an eye to the future, the conference will Committee Members emphasize global issues in the health of families, enhancing family strengths, as Regina Szylit Bousso, PhD well as creative partnerships among researchers, clinicians, and educators that University of São Paulo expand the capacity of family nurses to further family wellbeing. June Horowitz, PhD, RN, PMHCNS-BC, FAAN The conference is the second official meeting of the International Family Nursing Thomas Jefferson University Association (IFNA), an organization whose mission is to transform family health by serving as a unifying force and voice for family nursing globally; sharing knowledge, Hanne Konradsen, PhD practices, and skills to enhance and nurture family nursing practice; and, providing Copenhagen University Hospital, family nursing leadership through education, research, scholarship, socialization and Gentofte Hospital collegial exchange on all aspects of family nursing. Jane Lassetter, PhD, RN In addition, there will be opportunities to socialize with colleagues at the welcome Brigham Young University reception hosted by the city of Odense, during the conference banquet dinner at the Hinsgavl Manor and through special tours for conference attendees. Helene Moriarty, PhD, RN, PMH, CNS-BC Villanova University and On behalf of the Program Planning Committee and the IFNA Board, we invite Philadelphia VA Medical Center you to participate in this exciting event. Please encourage your colleagues and students to attend. We look forward to seeing you in Odense in August. Birte Østergaard, PhD University of Southern Denmark Janet A. Deatrick Kathleen A. Knafl Veronica Swallow, PhD, MMedSCi BSc (Hons) RGN Conference Co-chair Conference Co-chair University of Manchester Conference Overview for the 12th International Family Nursing Conference As reflected in our conference theme“Improving Family Health Globally through Research, Education, and Practice”, the 12th International Family Nursing Conference will focus on engaging nurses and interdisciplinary colleagues in discussion of global trends and issues facing families worldwide. With an emphasis on enhancing family strengths, the conference will focus on promoting creative partnerships among researchers, clinicians, and educators that expand the capacity of family nurses to further family wellbeing. The overall objectives of the conference are to: 1. Education b. Provide opportunities to participate in discussion of a. Showcase educational strategies for teaching family key conceptual and methodological issues facing family nursing practice and research that communicate the researchers globally. inherent strengths of families. c. Involve researchers, clinicians and educators in b. Feature educational strategies for family nursing practice conversations that promote innovative partnerships and and research that foster recognition of family strengths, endeavors. family engagement in healthcare, and the integration of 4. Policy families in multiple social contexts. a. Examine the role of policy in addressing the challenges 2. Practice affecting contemporary families and increasing family a. Identify opportunities and strategies for family nursing engagement in healthcare. practice responsive to contemporary social issues such as b. Identify strategies for increased participation of family poverty, discrimination, and global conflict. nurses in policy development at the local, national, and b. Examine strategies for family nursing practice that build international level. on current research and technology. c. Highlight opportunities to enhance family health globally 3. Research through the World Health Organization and other key a. Highlight research that addresses the challenges affecting organizations and entities. families worldwide. Odense, Denmark • August 18-21, 2015 12th International Family Nursing Conference 3 Host City Conference Venue Odense is best known as the city where Hans Christian Andersen The Radisson Blu H.C. Andersen Hotel, Odense is the host hotel for the was born and grew up. Odense has all the charm and attraction IFNC. This hotel offers charming accommodations and an ideal of a small town, combined with a big-city pulse and boasts some city centre location for experiencing idyllic Odense including the of the greatest cultural attractions on the island of Fyn. The cobblestone streets, shops and rustic cafés that dot the area. Don’t island of Fyn is known as “the Garden of Denmark” on account miss exploring the home of Hans Christian Andersen or taking a of its fertile soil. This green setting gives rise to a wealth of walk in one of the many parks. seasonal produce and specialties, which you can enjoy in Odense’s The Radisson Blu offers: numerous and varied cafés and restaurants. • Complimentary breakfast for hotel guests • French and Danish cuisine at on-site Restaurant Hans Odense has a wide and diverse shopping environment. The Christian everyday shops line the pedestrian streets, while the small side • Enviable location near attractions like the Hans Christian streets and alleys are home to tempting specialist shops. This Andersen House is also where you will find the relaxing café lifestyle with its • Adjacent to Odense Concert Hall and 550 metres from the charming al fresco ambience. Brandts Klædefabrik is located in train station the heart of the city and is a cultural gem offering attractions such • Free high-speed, wireless Internet as the Art Gallery, which is one of the largest exhibition venues • Lively in-house casino in Scandinavia, regularly hosting collections of paintings, applied • State-of-the-art exercise facilities with sauna and sun bed art, design, architecture and video art. IFNC Host Hotel Travel Preparations/Documents Radisson Blu H.C. Andersen Hotel IFNA has membership in over 30 countries. Attendees are Claus Bergs Gade 7, DK-5000 Odense C, Denmark encouraged to verify required travel documents to/from their Tel: +45 66 14 78 00 country of origin. Fax: +45 66 14 78 90 IFNA Group Room Rate: Airport/Hotel Transportation 995,00 DKK Single Room/Night (*$157 USD) Odense is well connected to both national and international 1.195,00 DKK Double Room/Night (*$189 USD) railways and is therefore easily reached by train. The national Room rate includes Breakfast each morning. railway is operated by the Danish Railway Company (DSB) and **The currency exchange is subject to change. connects from all major towns to Odense. All reservations must be received by August 4, 2015 in Attendees should plan their air travel to Copenhagen order to receive the group rate. Use the direct hotel link International Airport (Kastrup) and then take the train to below to make your reservations. Requests prior to and after the Odense. The trip is approximately 2 hours from Copenhagen meeting will be accepted only on a space availability basis. to Odense. Trains depart for Odense approximately every 30 http://visitodenseconferenceservice.dk/Public/Registration.aspx?confId=000014612RESERVATIONS minutes. The cost is approximately 290DKK/$50USD each way (additional cost of 30DKK / $6USD to reserve your seat in For arrival dates prior to Monday, August 17th or departure after advance.) August 22, please contact André Fog Jensen directly at [email protected]. Follow the signs at the airport near the baggage claim area for the train station. The ticket office is located in Terminal 3 above While it is ideal for attendees to select the Radison Blu where the the railway station. There are lifts and travolators between the conference will be held, additional options for accommodations platforms and Terminal 3. You can take the free shuttle bus which are available for IFNC attendees. runs between Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, where the station is located. Alternative Hotel Options Hotel Single Double First Hotel Grand 995 DKK / *$157 USD 1195 DKK / *189 USD Train Station: Odense Train Station – 550 m from the Distance: 1.2 km / .75 mi Radisson Blu Hotel (approximately a 5 minute walk.) Taxi: Taxis are available near the train station. One-way fare