ANY QUESTIONS?

Is this event onsite or virtual? 

The World Employment Conference 2024 is an onsite event, held in Lisbon, Portugal.

In which languages will the conference be held? Will there be translations? 

Given the global nature of the conference and its audience, all sessions will be conducted in English. At this stage, no simultaneous translation is foreseen. 

How can I pay for my ticket? 

To make the process convenient for you, we're offering a hassle-free registration experience. Secure your spot now by completing the online process and worry about payment and invoicing later. We understand the importance of flexibility and want to ensure your participation is as convenient as possible. You will receive an email with your invoice by mid-March. Please note that the bill needs to be paid within two weeks following receipt to guarantee the early bird rate. If the payment is not received within this timeframe, a corrected invoice with the regular rate will be sent to replace the previous one.  If you have not received the email by 31st of March, kindly check your spam or contact us at  conference@wecglobal.org.

I need to cancel my participation. Can my ticket be reimbursed? 

All cancellations must be made in writing and sent to conference@wecglobal.org

• 75% of the registration fee may be refunded upon written cancellation to the World Employment Conference team before 15th April 2024. Refund will be done in May 2024.

• Payment is non-refundable as of 16th April 2024 but one conference delegate name can be substituted for another until 18th April 2024. Kindly note that if you wish to request a substitution, you must email the World Employment Conference team with details about the delegates concerned. Otherwise, your request will not be considered. 

Visit our general Terms & Conditions for more details.

What is the dress code for the Conference? 

Day one - dressy casual. For the first day we are ‘keeping it cool’ with a dressy casual dress code. Comfortable chic: flowy dresses, linen trousers & dressy tops, dressy pant outfits, sports coats or blazers, slacks, open collar button-down shirts, polo shirts.   

Day two & three - business casual. Some business casual ideas include skirts, pants, sweaters, dresses, blazers, dress shirts, and ties are completely optional. Sprinkles and flair are always welcome – colourful, exciting or statement shoes or socks, silk scarves…

WEConnect - dressy casual, comfortable shoes are welcome. Comfortable chic: flowy dresses, linen trousers & dressy tops, dressy pant outfits, sports coats or blazers, slacks, open collar button-down shirts, polo shirts.   

WECelebrate - semi-formal. Set in an elegant and industrial-chic building on the Tejo River, the Monte Mare restaurant will be our setting for the WECelebrate Dinner & Awards Ceremony. The dress code for the evening is semi-formal. Some ideas to bring your magic include a short afternoon or cocktail dress, a little black dress, long dressy skirts and tops, dressy separates, a dark business suit, a dress shirt with an optional tie and a matching vest.  

Find some inspiration here.

What is the weather like in Lisbon in April? 

The average temperature is 15ºC, with highs around 20ºC and nighttime lows around 10ºC.

As the weather in April can be changeable, please check the forecast ahead of your arrival.

What is the time zone of the Conference? 

All programme time listings are in GMT, Lisbon time. 

Where is the Conference taking place? 

Our venue is the InterContinental Hotel.

R. Castilho 149

1099-034 Lisboa, Portugal

How to get to the Conference venue from Lisbon Airport? 

You can order a cab or take the subway at the airport arrival hall and stop at Sao Sebastiao.

How can I become a World Employment Conference speaker?

The majority of the speaking slots are already filled for this year. 

However, we may be interested in your work and consider you for this or future World Employment Conferences. 

Please reach out to the team to express your interest at conference@wecglobal.org.

Is the Conference accessible to participants with differing access needs? 

Yes, we are committed to providing an inclusive experience for all participants at our event. We want to ensure that everyone, regardless of their access needs, can fully participate in the event.

How can I inform you of my dietary requirements or other accessibility needs? 

Please inform us of any dietary requirements or accessibility needs you may have, when you register for the event.

What should I do if I have already registered but need to update my access or dietary needs? 

If you have already registered and need to update your accessibility or dietary needs, please contact us at conference@wecglobal.org.

Can you help me to obtain a support letter for a visa request?

You can request a support letter by contacting us at conference@wecglobal.org. 

Please provide us with: 

• Full details of the individual/delegation attending, including name, date of birth, passport number, and organisation. 
• A short description of why you want to join the conference

Any further questions?

Contact us!

Marie Rouyet

+32 (0)2 732 35 20

conference@wecglobal.org