World Cancer Leaders' Summit 2023 "Cancer control in a changing world" | 16-17 October 2023, Long Beach, CA, United States World Cancer Leaders' Summit 2023 Programme, speakers and awards World Cancer Leaders' Summit 2023 Programme, speakers and awards Menu Accommodation As October is a busy period, we highly encourage you to make your reservation as early as possible. UICC was able to secure preferred rates and/or room blocks for early bookings in some hotels in Long Beach, CA. If you wish to book your stay at one of these hotels, please click on the link below to enjoy these preferred conditions. The Westin Long Beach - Summit Headquarters Hotel 200m from the Summit venue The price per night starts at USD $259++Book at the Westin Long Beach by clicking here Renaissance Long Beach Hotel 250m from the Summit venue The price per night starts at USD $269++ Please note that the hotel will be conducting guestroom and lobby renovation projects during these dates from 7AM to 5PM which may incur some construction noise.Book at Renaissance Long Beach by clicking here Courtyard Long Beach Downtown by Marriott 350m from the Summit venue The price per night starts at USD $199++Book at Courtyard Long Beach Downtown by Marriott by clicking here Best Western Plus 600m from the Summit venue The price per night starts at USD $239++Book at the Best Western Plus by clicking here Visa Most non-US citizens require a visa to travel to the United States. However, citizens of participating countries can apply for the Visa Waiver Program. For more information about visas, please visit The Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. If you require a letter of invitation from UICC to support your visa application, please email wcls@uicc.org with the following information: a copy of your passport and; your mailing address. Transfer from airport to hotel Long Beach is about a 30 min. drive away from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). We recommend you take a taxi (or Uber) rather than public transportation. If you wish to book a private transfer, you can do so at https://www.best-vip.com/. Summit venue Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center 330 E Seaside Way Long Beach, California 90802 Hygiene and safety measures UICC is dedicated to creating a safe and healthy environment for all attendees at the Summit. The organisation is fully committed to adhering to all regulations and guidelines set forth by U.S. authorities in relation to large gatherings. UICC strongly advises any participants who are feeling unwell to wear a mask or stay home to protect their fellow colleagues and help prevent the spread of diseases during the Summit. If you feel any COVID symptoms, we encourage you to get tested before participating in the event; if the test is proven positive, and aligned with the US Health and Safety guidelines, we encourage you to remain at your hotel and wear masks to protect others. Should you need help to find antigen tests and masks, please contact the helpdesk. Masks are available upon request for those in need. Additionally, there will be disinfection stations positioned throughout the venue, and disinfection teams will regularly clean surfaces during the event. Sustainability UICC aims to minimize the event's detrimental effect on the environment by employing various strategies. We urge all attendees to fly conscientiously and contribute to a programme that offsets carbon emissions. Registration desks Badge pickup for pre-registered attendees is located at the Pacific Gallery entrance of the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center during the following hours: Sunday 15 October 15:00 - 19:00 Monday 16 October (Day 1) 07:00 - 18:00 Tuesday 17 October (Day 2) 07:00 - 18:00 We strongly encourage early badge pickup to avoid Summit day queues. Lost and found If you've misplaced any belongings during the event, please visit the registration desks for assistance in locating your lost items. Social media toolkit Author(s): Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) Download ( 304.52 KB ) Restaurants Long Beach has plenty of options to eat out, whether it is local or multicultural. Many of them are conveniently located within walking distance from the HQ hotel (Westin Long Beach). 555 East American Steakhouse 250m from the HQ hotel Thai District 450m from the HQ hotel L'Opera Italian Restaurant 550m from the HQ hotel Cafe Sevilla of Long Beach 600m from the HQ hotel The Carvery Restaurant 650m from the HQ hotel BO-beau kitchen 650m from the HQ hotel King's Fish House 700m from the HQ hotel Cinco de Mayo Restaurant 1km from the HQ hotel There are additional options in the beautiful Shoreline Village with scenic views. Credit Long Beach Conventions & Visitors Bureau Related pages The World Cancer Leaders’ Summit (WCLS) is the preeminent annual policy meeting dedicated to furthering global cancer control at the highest levels. Tags World Cancer Leaders' Summit 2023 World Cancer Leaders' Summit
