International Events
IFMSA GA
IFMSA General Assemblies gather 800-1500 medical students for sessions, decision-making, and social events.
About
IFMSA General Assemblies belong to the biggest youth-led events worldwide, bringing together between 800 and 1500 medical students from more than 100 countries. They are held twice a year during the first week of March (March Meeting) and August (August Meeting), lasting seven days (including arrival and departure day).
During the mornings, delegates take part in Standing Committee sessions of a specific field with opportunities for self-skills development, sessions on specific subtopics of the field and inspiring presentations of activities and projects. The important decision making process takes place during the plenary sessions in the afternoon. These decisions include electing the Team of Officials, making changes to the IFMSA constitution and bylaws and other regulations as well as voting on Policy Papers, membership status changes and reports. After all the work is done and the leftover energy allows it, delegates get to enjoy a social program at night, including but not limited to the traditional formal opening and closing ceremonies, the national food and drinks party (NFDP) and the infamous cultural night.
Delegation Selection
Any Swiss medical student can apply to become a delegate at the GA. The call for delegates is shared on several plattforms and the delegates are selected in a standardized application process.
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Contact
Do you have any questions or need further information? Please do not hesistate to contact the Vice President for Global Affairs (VPG) at vpg@swimsa.ch.