Registration
Registration Process
- VP24 will use a Whova [hu:va] registration platform. Access to Whova platform will be given during the registration.
- Attendees can only register for the full event. It is not possible to book day tickets.
Payment Methods
- Registration fees will be paid in pound sterling (GBP).
- Whova accepts most credit or debit cards.
- Invoice payment is available. Please contact [email protected] for assistance.
Equality and Diversity Programme for RDA Plenaries (EDPP)
Support Plenary attendance for LMIC Members
The RDA aims to deliver plenaries that are truly global, culturally diverse, and inclusive. After a trial launch during VP22, we are reopening the RDA Plenary Equality and Diversity Programme (EDPP).
The EDPP invites RDA members to support plenary participation for those members residing in low, lower-middle, and upper-middle income countries (LMIC). For LMIC members, cost is often a major deterrent to participation in international conferences, including RDA Plenaries.
With the EDPP, we hope that through the generosity of our community, we will see increased engagement from LMIC members, including regions in the Southern hemisphere.
Are you interested in supporting the attendance of an LMIC member? Or are you an LMIC member interested in benefitting from this support? Read the below information for details on how to get involved.
For RDA members who would like to support LMIC members:
- Support tickets can be purchased through the P24 registration platform
- Fixed cost for one LMIC ticket is $35
- The listing of countries that qualify as LMIC are https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/opendata/world-bank-country-classifications-by-income-level-for-2024-2025
- Support tickets will be allocated to LMIC members on a first-come, first-applied basis
- LMIC members will need to apply for support to receive these tickets (“support tickets”)
- If there are more support tickets purchased than LMIC support request applications, these tickets will be made available to support registration for next plenaries.
For LMIC member interested in obtaining P24 registration support:
- Applicants must be an RDA member (Check your membership status or join RDA here)
- Applicants must be a resident of an LMIC country: see https://datatopics.worldbank.org/world-development-indicators/the-world-by-income-and-region.html and be able to show proof of status (bank statement, utility bill, payslip, residence permit or lease agreement)
- Applicants must submit a short application form
- As registration tickets become available through the support, applicants will be notified on a first-come first-served basis
- Accepted applicants will be required to share feedback to the RDA Secretariat on their experience (100-250 words)
Questions on this programme can be sent to the RDA Secretariat at [email protected]
Registration timeline
Early Bird registration: 20th December 2024 – 3rd March 2025 (23:59 UTC)ENDED- Full fee registration: 4th March 2025 – 11th April 2025
Paying by invoice: 7th March 2025; payment must be complete within 30 days of receiving invoiceENDED- Registration closes: 11th April 2025
Registration Fees
| Registration Fee Type | Timeline | Amount (USD) | Amount (GBP) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard rate* | 4th March – 11th April 2025 | $160 | £123 |
| Standard LMIC rate** | 4th March – 11th April 2025 | $50 | £39 |
| Student Standard rate | 20th December 2024 – 11th April 2025 | $70 | £54 |
| Student LMIC rate | 20th December 2024 – 11th April 2025 | $35 | £27 |
| LMIC Support ticket (fixed price) | 20th December 2024 – 11th April 2025 | $35 | £27 |
What is included in my registration fee?
Each ticket includes:
- Online entrance to the VP24 platform between 7-11 April 2025 (and for 3 months after VP24 ends).
- Access to the event platform Whova [hu:va], worldwide attendee community and all networking tools such as setting personalised schedules, creation of your own meet-ups, sharing materials and more.
- Access to all live VP24 programme components.
- Access to all session recordings within 24-36 hours and presentation materials.
- Interactive activities such as polls and quizes.
LMIC: Proof will be required upon registration. To check if you qualify, please visit this page. We will require proof of LMIC status such as a bank statement, utility bill, payslip, residence permit or lease agreement.
Students: Applies to those enrolled on a full-time academic programme/course – undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students. We will require proof of student status such as a copy of your student card or an official letter from your institution stating you are an enrolled full-time student.
Cancellation policy
- Notification before 28 March 2025 (23:59 UTC) will be refunded after deduction of the fees imposed by Whova. Refunds will be made to the participant’s nominated account. Potential bank charges will be borne by the registrant.
- Notifications received after 28 March 2025 (23:59 UTC) are not refundable. Replacement delegates and registration transfers are accepted.
Please note that the RDA does not have a systematic funding source to cover the cost of holding plenary meetings. Organisers aim to make fees as cost effective as possible. Plenaries cannot be offered for free since organising them involves costs (software systems, staffing). This is an additional way to support the sustainability of the RDA.
Need help?
For any questions regarding your registration, please send an email to [email protected] for assistance.