Attendee Resources

At GSA, we strive to ensure attendees have the most productive experience possible at our conferences—that includes enjoying a dynamic scientific program and exciting educational moments while also providing opportunities for relaxation, fun, and connection, promoting wellness and relationship-building.

Keep the following resources in mind while you plan your #Worm27 attendance!

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Family resources

Family resources

Worm 2027 welcomes attendees with children! 

Children are allowed in plenary, concurrent, and poster sessions; this includes babywearing of young children. Those travelling with family members or caregivers who are not in the scientific community and not registered for the meeting can obtain a guest pass from the conference Registration Desk so that they can accompany children into the poster sessions. All guests will be asked to agree to the Conference Code of Conduct and will need a name badge to enter the poster session. Guests must obtain their pass during posted registration hours.

• To ensure the safety of all children in attendance and to create a productive and fulfilling meeting atmosphere for all attendees, we ask all parents and caregivers to abide by the following guidelines:
• Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult in all meeting areas.
• Parents and caregivers should do their best to ensure that children are not disruptive to any sessions they attend (including poster sessions). Large sessions will have seating at the back of the room reserved for attendees with children to allow for easy access into and out of the room. These seats will be clearly marked.
• For safety reasons, children are not allowed in the Exhibit/Poster Hall during set-up or break-down times.

Nursing Mothers Room

A Nursing Mothers Room will be provided. Details will be available soon.