Harm Reduction Conference 2024


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Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
2, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Join us for a hybrid multi-disciplinary event that merges science, policy and action to address some of the most pressing public health issues of our time.

Session 1: Mitigating tobacco harm
Learn how novel tobacco products (NTPs) can mitigate tobacco harm, and how to enhance current regulatory policies on tobacco usage.
Session 2: Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs)
Uncover the different innovative strategies that the community and workplace can enforce to manage NCDs on a national level.
Session 3: Drug reform
Rethink drugs, addiction, criminalisation, and hear from experts on the evolution of drug use treatment, its ideals and practicalities.

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Join us for a hybrid multi-disciplinary event that merges science, policy and action to address some of the most pressing public health issues of our time

Time
Topic
Session 1: Mitigating tobacco harm
Comprehensive approaches to mitigating harm from tobacco

09:15–10:15 

(20 min x3) 


Plenary 1: Unmet Challenges in Advancing Tobacco Harm Reduction in Southeast Asia: Barriers & Solutions

  • Professor Tikki Pangestu, Research Policy &Cooperation, WHO Switzerland

Plenary 2: A cardiometabolic physician’s perspective: The health effects of switching from combustible tobacco to NTPs

  • Professor Dr Rohan Sequeira, Cardiometabolic Physician, The Revival Clinic India

Plenary 3: Case sharing: Lessons to be learned from comparing the different regulatory models in Australia and New Zealand 

  • Professor Marewa Glover, Director, Centre of Research Excellence: Indigenous Sovereignty & Smoking New Zealand

10:15–10:30  (15 min)

TEA BREAK

10:30–10:50 (20 min)


Plenary 4: The latest status of tobacco control in Malaysia, consequences of such an approach and the way forward
  • Professor Dr Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh, Professor of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, National University of Malaysia

10:50–11:50

(60 min) 


Tobacco panel discussion: Challenges and solutions

Panellists:

  • Professor Tikki Pangestu, Research Policy &Cooperation, WHO, Switzerland
  • Professor Dr Rohan Sequeira, Cardiometabolic Physician, The Revival Clinic, India
  • Professor Marewa Glover, Director, Centre of Research Excellence: Indigenous Sovereignty & Smoking, New Zealand
  • Dr Hiroya Kumamaru, Vice Director, AOI Universal Hospital, Japan
  • Professor KJ Chuang, Professor of Public Health, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan
  • Tarmizi bin Anuwar, Malaysia Country Associate, Consumer Choice Center
  • Assistant Professor Jay Jazul, Pharmacist , Research Center for Social Sciences and Education, University of Santo Thomas, Philippines

Moderator:

  • Professor Dr Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh, Professor of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, National University of Malaysia, Malaysia
Session 2: NCDs
Innovative Strategies for NCD Management: Community and Workforce Perspectives

11:50–12:30

(20 min x2) 


Plenary 1: NCD National Strategies and Challenges: Future Approaches and Strategies

  • Dr Muhammad Fairuz Abdullah, Head of Health Advocacy Department, ProtectHealth Corporation Sdn Bhd

Plenary 2: Nutrition and food security: How public policy can improve the status quo to mitigate NCDs

  • Professor Dr Norhasmah Sulaiman, Professor of Community Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine  and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia

12:30–13:30

(60 min) 


Innovative strategies for NCD management forum – Challenges and solutions

Panellists: 

  • Dr Muhammad Fairuz Abdullah, Head of Health Advocacy Department, ProtectHealth Corporation Sdn Bhd
  • Professor Dr Norhasmah Sulaiman, Professor of Community Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine  and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia
  • Associate Professor Dr Imran Ahmad, Department of Family Medicine, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia
  • Associate Professor Dr Rusdi Abdul Rashid, Department of Psychological Medicine Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya

Moderator:

  • Associate Professor Dr Geeta Appannah, Associate Professor of  Community Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia
13:30 - 14:40 (60 mins)
LUNCH
Session 3: Drug reforms
Rethinking Drugs, Addictions and Criminalisation: A Call for Reform

14:30–15:30

(20 min x3) 


Plenary 1: Social and structural determinants in harm reduction

  • Dr Nur Afiqah Mohd Salleh, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya

Plenary 2: Latest options in medical-assisted treatment in drug use and its application in Malaysia

  • Associate Professor Dr Sivakumar Thurairajasingam, Associate Professor in Psychiatry, Head of Monash Clinical School, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia

Plenary 3: Far-reaching implications of drug abuse among adolescents in Malaysia

  • Adjunct Professor  Dr Prem Kumar Shanmugam, Founder and CEO, Solace Asia 

15:30–16:30

(60 min)


Rethinking drugs, addictions and criminalisation forum – Challenges and solutions

Panellists:

  • Dr Nur Afiqah Mohd Salleh, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya
  • Associate Professor Dr Sivakumar Thurairajasingham, Associate Professor in Psychiatry, Head of Monash Clinical School, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia
  • Adjunct Professor  Dr Prem Kumar Shanmugam, Founder and CEO, Solace Asia 
  • Professor Mohamad Hussain Habil, Professor in Psychiatry, Malaysian Allied Health Sciences Academy (MAHSA) University
Moderator:
  • Dr Darshan Singh, Senior Lecturer, Centre for Drug Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia
16:30–16:40 (10 mins)
TEA BREAK

16:40–16:50

(10 min) 


Panel discussion recap and the way forward
  • Professor Mohamad Hussain Habil, Professor in Psychiatry, Malaysian Allied Health Sciences Academy (MAHSA) University
16:50 - 17:10
(20 min)

Consolidation of concepts and proposals 

  • Professor Dr Asrul Akmal Shafie, Director of the Institutional Planning & Strategic Centre, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang



Location

Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
2, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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The Event will be held on 19 October 2024 and will be divided into two elements: (i) the physical part of the Event including the main conference and networking which attendees can attend physically at a specific location (the “Physical Event”) and (ii) for the virtual part of the Event, attendees can access at a designated online website/platform/application (the “Virtual Event”).


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You understand that the activities and/or speakers for the Event may change and that such occurrence shall not, under any circumstances, entitle you to any claim whatsoever, including, but not limited to, a refund for your Ticket.  You understand, acknowledge and agree that the descriptions of any activities or speakers contained in any Event promotional material are intended for informational purposes only and do not, in any way, represent the importance or headline status of any single activity or speaker, and are subject to change without prior notice.


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Your login details for the Event are strictly for your personal and non-commercial use. Sharing these details with anyone is strictly prohibited.  For the duration of the Virtual Event, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access the Virtual Event and view the content. This right is granted solely for your personal and non-commercial use. No rights, title, or interest in the Event or its content are transferred to you.

Access to the Event requires compatible devices, and certain software (including third-party software) may be required or may need updates, and your view of the Virtual Event may be affected by the performance of these elements. You will need a high-speed internet connection to access the Virtual Event. When accessing the Virtual Event through a mobile network, your network or roaming network may apply fees for data usage.

We may prohibit any person from attending the Event for any reason and we shall not be liable to provide you with any refund or compensation.


Transfer of Tickets

You are prohibited from purchasing tickets or registrations on behalf of any third party for the purpose of resale or commercial gain. Additionally, transferring your registration to others or exploiting it commercially or non-commercially in any way is strictly forbidden.


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It is your sole responsibility to ensure that you can attend the Event, including ensuring that you have the appropriate passport, visa, quarantine requirement and insurance for attending the Event.  If you require a visa to attend the Event, please allow sufficient time for the visa application procedure. To receive an invitation letter for the Event, you must first register and pay for your Ticket in full.  After that, you can request an invitation letter by sending an email to [email protected]


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Taking photos or videos of a limited part of the Event is only allowed for your personal use (for the avoidance of doubt, any commercial purpose or use is prohibited).

In Event, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. By attending the Event, you: consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with the Event; waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the Event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media grant us a perpetual, royalty free, worldwide license to use your actual or simulated likeness in connection with the production, exhibition, advertising or exploitation of any film, video and/or audio recording of the Event (or any part of it), in any media (e.g. in future marketing materials).  If you have any concerns about this, please notify us prior to attending the Event; and consent to being filmed by police or security staff for the purpose of ensuring public security at the Event and preventing crime.

You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on this clause. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the Event premises.


Data privacy

By registering for the Event, you agree that your personal information as stated in the registration form and provided by you during the Event may be collected, used and disclosed by us (including our partners and authorised agents) for the purpose of the Event, including the facilitating and processing of payment.


Liability

We disclaim liability for losses, injuries, or damages at the event, including indirect and consequential losses. Our total liability is limited to the fees received, and we are not responsible for losses due to event changes or attendees' personal belongings.  Views expressed by all speakers at the Event are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the organisers. We are not liable for any advice given or views expressed by any speakers or in any materials provided to attendees.


Prohibited material and behaviour

We prohibit the following from the Event:

  1. illegal drugs, substances or materials;
  2. any political materials;
  3. any unauthorised materials for trading (including any goods or items using unauthorised event logos or brands); and
  4. any other item which (in our opinion) interferes with the safe or effective operation of the Event.
  5. We prohibit the following behaviour at the Event:
  6. unauthorised photography or use of recording equipment and zoom lenses, audio visual or cinematographic devices;
  7. unauthorised merchandising;
  8. harassment which includes verbal comments that reinforce social structures of domination related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, religion, sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention; or
  9. any other act which (in our opinion) interferes with the safe or effective operation of the Event.


We may (at our sole discretion) refuse admission to, or eject from the Event, any person in our absolute discretion without liability to such person, including (without limitation) any person who fails to comply with these Terms or who in our reasonable opinion represents a security risk, nuisance or annoyance to the running of the Event. You agree to comply with all reasonable instructions issued by us or the venue owners at the Event.


Force majeure

We are not liable for any delay or failure to perform these Terms (including hosting the Event) to the extent such delay or failure is caused by any Force Majeure Event.  For these Terms, “Force Majeure Event” means any circumstance outside of our reasonable control, and includes by way of example only the following: acts of God, flood, drought, earthquake or other natural disaster;epidemic or pandemic; terrorist attack, civil war, civil commotion or riots, war, threat of or preparation for war, armed conflict, imposition of sanctions, embargo, or breaking off of diplomatic relations; any law or any action taken by a government or public authority; collapse of buildings, fire, explosion or accident; any labour or trade dispute, strikes, industrial action or lockouts; non-performance by suppliers or subcontractors; interruption or failure of any utility or public transportation service in Malaysia; any event outside of our control that has an adverse effect on the Event, including any public demonstration or protests; or any governmental action that has a material adverse effect on the Event; and any other circumstance outside of our control that leads us to believe that the Event cannot be safely or effectively hosted, or where significant changes would need to be made to the Event in order for it to be hosted.  




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Malaysia Society For Harm Reduction (MSHR)

The Malaysia Society for Harm Reduction (MSHR) was established in 2019 to advocate and champion the concept of Harm Reduction. We embrace Harm Reduction as a practical and effective strategy to minimise the adverse consequences of various human behaviors, be they legal or illegal. We believe in spreading positivity for greater well-being without judgment, coercion, discrimination, or prejudice. Our members are a passionate group, comprising mostly of highly respected healthcare professionals, academia, and research experts. https://mshr.com.my/
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Harm Reduction Conference 2024

Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
2, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Join us for a hybrid multi-disciplinary event that merges science, policy and action to address some of the most pressing public health issues of our time

Time
Topic
Session 1: Mitigating tobacco harm
Comprehensive approaches to mitigating harm from tobacco

09:15–10:15 

(20 min x3) 


Plenary 1: Unmet Challenges in Advancing Tobacco Harm Reduction in Southeast Asia: Barriers & Solutions

  • Professor Tikki Pangestu, Research Policy &Cooperation, WHO Switzerland

Plenary 2: A cardiometabolic physician’s perspective: The health effects of switching from combustible tobacco to NTPs

  • Professor Dr Rohan Sequeira, Cardiometabolic Physician, The Revival Clinic India

Plenary 3: Case sharing: Lessons to be learned from comparing the different regulatory models in Australia and New Zealand 

  • Professor Marewa Glover, Director, Centre of Research Excellence: Indigenous Sovereignty & Smoking New Zealand

10:15–10:30  (15 min)

TEA BREAK

10:30–10:50 (20 min)


Plenary 4: The latest status of tobacco control in Malaysia, consequences of such an approach and the way forward
  • Professor Dr Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh, Professor of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, National University of Malaysia

10:50–11:50

(60 min) 


Tobacco panel discussion: Challenges and solutions

Panellists:

  • Professor Tikki Pangestu, Research Policy &Cooperation, WHO, Switzerland
  • Professor Dr Rohan Sequeira, Cardiometabolic Physician, The Revival Clinic, India
  • Professor Marewa Glover, Director, Centre of Research Excellence: Indigenous Sovereignty & Smoking, New Zealand
  • Dr Hiroya Kumamaru, Vice Director, AOI Universal Hospital, Japan
  • Professor KJ Chuang, Professor of Public Health, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan
  • Tarmizi bin Anuwar, Malaysia Country Associate, Consumer Choice Center
  • Assistant Professor Jay Jazul, Pharmacist , Research Center for Social Sciences and Education, University of Santo Thomas, Philippines

Moderator:

  • Professor Dr Sharifa Ezat Wan Puteh, Professor of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, National University of Malaysia, Malaysia
Session 2: NCDs
Innovative Strategies for NCD Management: Community and Workforce Perspectives

11:50–12:30

(20 min x2) 


Plenary 1: NCD National Strategies and Challenges: Future Approaches and Strategies

  • Dr Muhammad Fairuz Abdullah, Head of Health Advocacy Department, ProtectHealth Corporation Sdn Bhd

Plenary 2: Nutrition and food security: How public policy can improve the status quo to mitigate NCDs

  • Professor Dr Norhasmah Sulaiman, Professor of Community Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine  and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia

12:30–13:30

(60 min) 


Innovative strategies for NCD management forum – Challenges and solutions

Panellists: 

  • Dr Muhammad Fairuz Abdullah, Head of Health Advocacy Department, ProtectHealth Corporation Sdn Bhd
  • Professor Dr Norhasmah Sulaiman, Professor of Community Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine  and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia
  • Associate Professor Dr Imran Ahmad, Department of Family Medicine, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia
  • Associate Professor Dr Rusdi Abdul Rashid, Department of Psychological Medicine Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya

Moderator:

  • Associate Professor Dr Geeta Appannah, Associate Professor of  Community Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia
13:30 - 14:40 (60 mins)
LUNCH
Session 3: Drug reforms
Rethinking Drugs, Addictions and Criminalisation: A Call for Reform

14:30–15:30

(20 min x3) 


Plenary 1: Social and structural determinants in harm reduction

  • Dr Nur Afiqah Mohd Salleh, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya

Plenary 2: Latest options in medical-assisted treatment in drug use and its application in Malaysia

  • Associate Professor Dr Sivakumar Thurairajasingam, Associate Professor in Psychiatry, Head of Monash Clinical School, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia

Plenary 3: Far-reaching implications of drug abuse among adolescents in Malaysia

  • Adjunct Professor  Dr Prem Kumar Shanmugam, Founder and CEO, Solace Asia 

15:30–16:30

(60 min)


Rethinking drugs, addictions and criminalisation forum – Challenges and solutions

Panellists:

  • Dr Nur Afiqah Mohd Salleh, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya
  • Associate Professor Dr Sivakumar Thurairajasingham, Associate Professor in Psychiatry, Head of Monash Clinical School, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia
  • Adjunct Professor  Dr Prem Kumar Shanmugam, Founder and CEO, Solace Asia 
  • Professor Mohamad Hussain Habil, Professor in Psychiatry, Malaysian Allied Health Sciences Academy (MAHSA) University
Moderator:
  • Dr Darshan Singh, Senior Lecturer, Centre for Drug Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia
16:30–16:40 (10 mins)
TEA BREAK

16:40–16:50

(10 min) 


Panel discussion recap and the way forward
  • Professor Mohamad Hussain Habil, Professor in Psychiatry, Malaysian Allied Health Sciences Academy (MAHSA) University
16:50 - 17:10
(20 min)

Consolidation of concepts and proposals 

  • Professor Dr Asrul Akmal Shafie, Director of the Institutional Planning & Strategic Centre, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang



Location

Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
2, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Terms and Condition

The Event

The Event will be held on 19 October 2024 and will be divided into two elements: (i) the physical part of the Event including the main conference and networking which attendees can attend physically at a specific location (the “Physical Event”) and (ii) for the virtual part of the Event, attendees can access at a designated online website/platform/application (the “Virtual Event”).


Changes to these Terms

We reserve the right to modify, vary and change these Terms at any time at our discretion. Such modifications, variations and/or changes to the Terms shall be effective upon the posting of an updated version on this webpage.  You agree that it shall be your responsibility to review these Terms regularly and your attendance at the Event (after changes have been made to the Terms) constitute your acceptance of the revised Terms.


Changes to or cancellation / suspension / postponement of the Event

We reserve the right to change, modify, or alter any aspect of the Event, without any compensation given.  This website will be promptly updated to reflect any changes, modifications or alterations.  make alterations to the programme, agenda, speakers, venue, dates, and timings of the Event; and/or cancel, suspend, interrupt or postpone the whole or any part of the Event, without any prior notice or compensation to you.

Your ticket serves as your gateway to the Event, granting you access according to the specific tier and accessibility level you selected during purchase. Please refer to the ticketing page for detailed information on the different tiers and their corresponding access privileges. 

You understand that the activities and/or speakers for the Event may change and that such occurrence shall not, under any circumstances, entitle you to any claim whatsoever, including, but not limited to, a refund for your Ticket.  You understand, acknowledge and agree that the descriptions of any activities or speakers contained in any Event promotional material are intended for informational purposes only and do not, in any way, represent the importance or headline status of any single activity or speaker, and are subject to change without prior notice.


Your Ticket and the Event

To attend the Event, you must hold a valid Ticket.  Each Ticket admits one person only. Your registration for the Ticket to the Event will only confirmed upon our receipt of full and valid payment.  All fees for the Tickets are payable in MYR. The full amount of your ticket fee is non-refundable. If we decide to cancel the Event for any reason, we will make an announcement regarding the ticketing issue as soon as practicable.

By attending the Virtual Event, you acknowledge and agree that you choose to participate in a designated third-party live-streaming website/platform/application, and will be subjected to such third party’s terms and conditions. We are not responsible nor liable for such third-party sites, and we recommend you review any terms and conditions when entering such third-party sites.

Your login details for the Event are strictly for your personal and non-commercial use. Sharing these details with anyone is strictly prohibited.  For the duration of the Virtual Event, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access the Virtual Event and view the content. This right is granted solely for your personal and non-commercial use. No rights, title, or interest in the Event or its content are transferred to you.

Access to the Event requires compatible devices, and certain software (including third-party software) may be required or may need updates, and your view of the Virtual Event may be affected by the performance of these elements. You will need a high-speed internet connection to access the Virtual Event. When accessing the Virtual Event through a mobile network, your network or roaming network may apply fees for data usage.

We may prohibit any person from attending the Event for any reason and we shall not be liable to provide you with any refund or compensation.


Transfer of Tickets

You are prohibited from purchasing tickets or registrations on behalf of any third party for the purpose of resale or commercial gain. Additionally, transferring your registration to others or exploiting it commercially or non-commercially in any way is strictly forbidden.


Visa requirements / invitation letter

It is your sole responsibility to ensure that you can attend the Event, including ensuring that you have the appropriate passport, visa, quarantine requirement and insurance for attending the Event.  If you require a visa to attend the Event, please allow sufficient time for the visa application procedure. To receive an invitation letter for the Event, you must first register and pay for your Ticket in full.  After that, you can request an invitation letter by sending an email to [email protected]


Intellectual Property Rights

All rights to the Event belong to us, including any commercial rights and intellectual property rights arising from or concerning the Event. Nothing in these Terms will act to license or transfer any rights of either party, except as expressly specified.

Taking photos or videos of a limited part of the Event is only allowed for your personal use (for the avoidance of doubt, any commercial purpose or use is prohibited).

In Event, you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. By attending the Event, you: consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with the Event; waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the Event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media grant us a perpetual, royalty free, worldwide license to use your actual or simulated likeness in connection with the production, exhibition, advertising or exploitation of any film, video and/or audio recording of the Event (or any part of it), in any media (e.g. in future marketing materials).  If you have any concerns about this, please notify us prior to attending the Event; and consent to being filmed by police or security staff for the purpose of ensuring public security at the Event and preventing crime.

You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on this clause. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the Event premises.


Data privacy

By registering for the Event, you agree that your personal information as stated in the registration form and provided by you during the Event may be collected, used and disclosed by us (including our partners and authorised agents) for the purpose of the Event, including the facilitating and processing of payment.


Liability

We disclaim liability for losses, injuries, or damages at the event, including indirect and consequential losses. Our total liability is limited to the fees received, and we are not responsible for losses due to event changes or attendees' personal belongings.  Views expressed by all speakers at the Event are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the organisers. We are not liable for any advice given or views expressed by any speakers or in any materials provided to attendees.


Prohibited material and behaviour

We prohibit the following from the Event:

  1. illegal drugs, substances or materials;
  2. any political materials;
  3. any unauthorised materials for trading (including any goods or items using unauthorised event logos or brands); and
  4. any other item which (in our opinion) interferes with the safe or effective operation of the Event.
  5. We prohibit the following behaviour at the Event:
  6. unauthorised photography or use of recording equipment and zoom lenses, audio visual or cinematographic devices;
  7. unauthorised merchandising;
  8. harassment which includes verbal comments that reinforce social structures of domination related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, religion, sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention; or
  9. any other act which (in our opinion) interferes with the safe or effective operation of the Event.


We may (at our sole discretion) refuse admission to, or eject from the Event, any person in our absolute discretion without liability to such person, including (without limitation) any person who fails to comply with these Terms or who in our reasonable opinion represents a security risk, nuisance or annoyance to the running of the Event. You agree to comply with all reasonable instructions issued by us or the venue owners at the Event.


Force majeure

We are not liable for any delay or failure to perform these Terms (including hosting the Event) to the extent such delay or failure is caused by any Force Majeure Event.  For these Terms, “Force Majeure Event” means any circumstance outside of our reasonable control, and includes by way of example only the following: acts of God, flood, drought, earthquake or other natural disaster;epidemic or pandemic; terrorist attack, civil war, civil commotion or riots, war, threat of or preparation for war, armed conflict, imposition of sanctions, embargo, or breaking off of diplomatic relations; any law or any action taken by a government or public authority; collapse of buildings, fire, explosion or accident; any labour or trade dispute, strikes, industrial action or lockouts; non-performance by suppliers or subcontractors; interruption or failure of any utility or public transportation service in Malaysia; any event outside of our control that has an adverse effect on the Event, including any public demonstration or protests; or any governmental action that has a material adverse effect on the Event; and any other circumstance outside of our control that leads us to believe that the Event cannot be safely or effectively hosted, or where significant changes would need to be made to the Event in order for it to be hosted.  




 
The Malaysia Society for Harm Reduction (MSHR) was established in 2019 to advocate and champion the concept of Harm Reduction. We embrace Harm Reduction as a practical and effective strategy to minimise the adverse consequences of various human behaviors, be they legal or illegal. We believe in spreading positivity for greater well-being without judgment, coercion, discrimination, or prejudice. Our members are a passionate group, comprising mostly of highly respected healthcare professionals, academia, and research experts. https://mshr.com.my/
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http://t2u.asia/e/37974 

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