Official WSSD Sites
WSSD: The Johannesburg Summit (UN)
http://www.johannesburgsummit.org/
The official site for the Summit, run by the United
Nations. This is where to find the current and background
documents, agendas for the meeting, answers to policy questions,
and daily updates on side event room locations (if available).
WSSD Civil Society Secretariat (INDABA)
http://www.worldsummit.org.za/
This is the official site for the Civil
Society Global Forum (August 19 - September 4, 2002),
where you can find event logistical details, register online,
and find the latest updates.
Summit Logistics Management (JOWSCO)
http://www.joburgsummit2002.com/
The Johannesburg World Summit Company was set up by the
South African government to manage and coordinate the necessary
arrangements for a successful summit. Here you'll find such
useful links as where to find an ATM, the top tourist attractions,
press releases, info on health, safety, visas, and more.
Official Accomodations Site (Global Conferences DMC)
http://www.wssddmc.com/
This is where to go if you are looking to book hotel reservations
for a group or an individual through the official accomodations
coordinator.
Official Flights & Tours Site (Global Conferences
DMC)
http://www.wssdtravel.com/
For pre and post tours of South Africa and day tours of Gauteng,
the official tour provider for WSSD offers package tours,
day trips, custom tours, and car and flight arrangements.
(Budget tip:
If traveling from the US and money is tight, don't automatically
go with them, be sure to comparison shop. We found that in
some cases, it is significantly cheaper to fly to London,
have a layover, and then fly on a separate ticket from London
to Johannesburg...)
Greening the WSSD (South Africa, GEF, UNDP, IUCN)
http://www.greeningthewssd.com/
This site documents the ongoing efforts to reduce the negative
impact of the Summit on the environment.
PrepCom 4
PrepCom 4, held in Bali from May 27 to June 7, is now over,
but you might find these useful references.
Logistics for PrepCom 4
http://www.pc-wssd.com/
The event organizer hired by the Indonesian host government
has a website where you can find out what accomodations are
available on Bali, how to book travel or schedule meeting
rooms, and other logistical information.
NGO Committee for Bali
http://www.baliprepcom.org/
The National Preparatory Commitee of Indonesia for PrepCom
IV has launched a website to assist those who will be attending
in orienting themselves and preparing for the PrepCom.
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