Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I gain entry to the conference on the day itself?
   Registrants will only be able to enter the conference hall and workshops via the IDMC Conference 2024 lanyard AND conference pass. Please ensure that you always have them visible during the duration of the conference.
2. Will I be able to leave the conference and re-enter again?
   You will be able to reenter the conference as long as you have both your IDMC Conference 2024 lanyard and conference pass.
3. Are children allowed in the conference?
   Unfortunately, babies, infants and children under the age of 12 are strictly not allowed in the conference, even if a ticket has been purchased on their behalf. Do note that refunds are strictly not allowed for tickets purchased erroneously for children below the age of 12.
4. What should I bring to the conference?
   • Lanyard AND conference pass (this is mandatory for entry)
   • A small carry bag
   • Writing materials/ device(s)
   • Self-printed conference workbook, if needed
   • Personal water bottle. Water refill stations are available at the conference site
   • Pullover as it might get cold in the conference hall/ workshop
5. Will I be receiving a conference pack and/or a printed workbook?
   As part of our efforts in ensuring a more sustainable conference, we will not be providing a conference pack nor printing the conference workbook. Instead, the e-workbook will be made available for download via the IDMC Conference 2024 website www.idmc.org.sg at least two weeks prior to the conference. We strongly encourage all attendees to bring your own writing materials to the conference.
6. Is there a dress code for the conference?
   There is no strict dress code for the conference. However, do wear something comfortable but modest. And don’t forget something to keep yourself warm, just in case!
7. What are the F&B options near the conference site?
   We will have some food and beverages available at the IDMC Xchange. The other options nearby include:
   • Feast @ EXPO:  https://www.singaporeexpo.com.sg/sg/what-s-on/feast-expo.
   • Changi City Point mall, an estimated 15mins walk (near EXPO MRT station CG1 / DT35) https://changicitypoint.com.sg
   • Vending machines are also available throughout the Singapore EXPO conference site.
8. Where can I park? 
   • Singapore EXPO: https://www.singaporeexpo.com.sg/sg/contact/getting-here#parkingDiv
     • First Hour & Second Hour: $1.80
     • Every 30mins thereafter: $1.50
   • ITE College East: https://www.ite.edu.sg/colleges/ite-college-east/campus-map
     • Mondays – Saturdays 0700hrs-2230hrs, $1.20 per hr (Vehicles), $0.20 per hr capped at $0.65 per parking session (Motorcycle)
     • Sundays & Public Holidays, 0700hrs – 2230hrs, Free Parking (Vehicles and Motorcycle)
9. Is there a possibility I could be refused entry?
   If the need ensues, the IDMC Conference organising team & volunteers reserve the right to check the identification of any delegates and registrants at any point during the conference.
   IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteers reserve the right to refuse entry to or remove any person from the conference. This includes, but is not limited to the following circumstances:
   • ticket is damaged, defaced, forged or copied;
   • the presence of the person is considered to be detrimental to or compromises the safety of the individual and others at the conference
   • person is deemed to be disorderly and/or intoxicated;
   • persons wearing or displaying commercial, political or other offensive signage or logos;
   • entry to the conference or an area prohibited to general delegates within the conference was unauthorised or obtained illegally;
   • persons who refuse to be inspected or submit their identification or belongings for inspection;
   • person who throws any projectile/ item prohibited by the conference;
   • person is found to be smoking within the conference, unless it is a designated smoking area;
   • person who has breached the any of the above

   Do note that no refund or compensation will be made under any of the above circumstances. IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteers reserve the right to issue a banning notice which prohibits entry to the conference for a specified period.
   IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteers will refuse entry or remove from the conference any person who has been issued with a banning notice

   • Entry into the back of stage and program centre is strictly prohibited for general delegates. Delegates who breach the above shall be immediately banned whether temporary or permanently and removed, forcibly, if from the conference and held pending the arrival of the Singapore Police Force. 

1. Will I be able to store my luggage at the conference site?
   Unfortunately, there will be no luggage storage facilities available at the conference site. Luggage is also not allowed into the conference hall.
2. Where can I store my luggage since it’s not allowed at the conference?
   Luggage storage facilities are available at every terminal at the Singapore Changi Airport (one MRT/ subway stop away). You can find out more details here: https://www.changiairport.com/en/airport-guide/facilities-and-services/baggage-storage.html
3. Where are some possible accommodation options near the conference venue?
   • Walking distance – Capri by Fraser, Changi City: https://www.frasershospitality.com/en/singapore/capri-by-fraser-changi-city/
   • Walking distance – Park Avenue, Changi: https://parkavenuegroup.com/property/singapore-changi-parkavenue/
   • For convenience, delegates are advised to stay in accommodation along the Downtown Line (DT)or the East West Line (CG/EW). EXPO MRT station is CG1/DT35

How can I give to support the conference? 

Thank you for joining us in this year IDMC conference. The IDMC conference has been an annual event, organized and subsidized fully by Covenant Evangelical Free Church, and all these years, the conference is non-profit making. This year we would like to invite you to participate in supporting the conference, through your generous contribution. So, if you wish to contribute to IDMC Conference 2024, please use the following UEN or bank account number to make your contribution, and to indicate “IDMCC24 Gift” as reference in the remark.

Payee : Covenant Evangelical Free Church
UEN : S92SS0116BBGF
Account Number : 393-3008-035
Bank Code : 7375
Branch Code : 437

For further clarification on contribution to the conference, kindly email us at finance@cefc.org.sg.

Safety and Behaviour

• At the point of entry and whilst inside the conference, delegates are required to:
• comply with the directions or announcements from IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteers and any other requirements relating to access, order, behaviour and safety given by the organising team & volunteers;
• maintain safe, prudent and respectful behaviour at all times;
• be responsible for personal items. IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteers will not be responsible for any damage to, loss or theft of a delegate’s personal property;
• keep escape routes and corridors, landings and stairwells clear of obstruction caused by a delegate’s personal property, or any equipment brought to the conference
• Delegates attending the IDMC Conference 2024 do so at their own risk and assume all risk and liability for personal injury or death including that of any children under their care associated with attending IDMC Conference 2024
• IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteers shall bear no liability for any personal injuries, health problems or death sustained at or after IDMC Conference 2024, including directly or indirectly resulting from any existing medical condition

Restricted / Prohibited Items

• The following restricted/prohibited items are not permitted into the conference:
  • weapons, or resemblance of weapons, including but not limited to knives, firearms, blunt offensive objects/batons and those with sharp ends;
  • fireworks/flares;
  • laser pointers;
  • illegal substances including vapes, controlled, dangerous or illicit drugs;
  • glassware or glass bottles;
  • cans or spray cans;
  • alcohol;
  • bicycles, skateboards, skates and scooters;
  • helmets of any types;
  • chairs/stools;
  • animals (other than trained assistance dogs);
  • musical instruments and noise makers including but not limited to drums, whistles, vuvuzelas, air horns and loud hailers, without the prior written consent of IDMCC24 organising team & volunteers;
  • projectile items which are reasonably considered by IDMCC24 organising team & volunteers as being able to cause injury, nuisance or offence to another person including balls, frisbees, rackets or similar objects;
  • banners or flags;
  • LED and fan boards;
  • flag poles;
  • helium balloons or other inflatables;
  • glow/light sticks longer than 40cm;
  • remote control cars, drones or unmanned aerial vehicles; and
  • other items as determined by IDMCC24 organising team & volunteers that may cause injury or public nuisance.

Photographs, Images and Recording

• Flash photography is restricted
• Non-commercial photography is permitted at the conference provided that the photographs are for personal use
• Video and audio recording devices including but not limited to camcorders and action cameras are prohibited. Tapes, films or other recordings may be destroyed. Recordings of IDMCC24 will be available for sale a few days after the conference
• The use of any recording, data or image taken within the conference without IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteer’s consent for commercial gain, public advertisement, display or any other purpose, except for private non-commercial purpose, is prohibited
• Any person who makes, reproduces or uses any recording, data or image for use shall assign in writing all copyright and intellectual property rights to IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteers or its assignees
• Equipment including but not limited to CCTV, film cameras and sound recording are present at the conference. By entering the conference and/or attending IDMC Conference 2024, delegates consent to being filmed and recorded and for IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteers and any assignees to use the delegates’ image, likeness and any sound recording for any media or other purposes including public transmission, advertising or promotional purposes, without payment or claim to copyright or intellectual property rights
• Delegates consent to footage being shared with Singapore Police Force and authorities where necessary

General Conditions

• The conference is non-smoking
• Umbrellas are permitted into the conference but should not be raised up for the comfort of others
• Due to safety reasons, strollers are not permitted into IDMC Conference 2024 premises. Strollers found would be removed immediately with no obligation on the part of the organiser to answer for its whereabouts
• No refund will be made under any circumstances, except at organiser’s discretion if IDMC Conference 2024 is postponed or cancelled

Miscellaneous

• IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteers may hold liable for prosecution any person who breaches any of the above
• Please note IDMC Conference 2024 organising team & volunteers reserve the right to alter the above without notice

In Case of Assistance or Emergency

• In case of assistance or emergency, please approach the information counter at the IDMC Xchange