2006 International Convention @ McGill University

The second annual Student World Assembly International Convention took place at McGill University in Montréal, Canada from March 9-12, 2006 and brought together students from all over the world. The Convention focused primarily on the topic of HIV/AIDS, which was examined from different perspectives, such as treatment, prevention, and possible new preventative medications. This resulted in the passage of two resolutions dealing with measures to increase drug therapy distribution and enhance awareness education.

The three SWA Committees met, held elections for SWA Committee Chairs and Vice-Chairs, and discussed activities for the upcoming year. The newly—elected Speaker and Vice-Speaker of the SWA, who are charged with representing the organization and ensuring that the actions of the different committees are in line with the mandate of our organization, were announced as well. We would like to extend our best wishes and congratulations to the newly-elected SWA Assembly Speaker Adebari Adeolu, from Howard University in the United States, and Vice-Speaker Moses Kanduri from the Catholic University of Ghana. Click here to view the election results.

The Student World Assembly would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the SWA chapter at McGill University for graciously hosting a successful convention. We would also like to thank our entire membership for their continued dedication to supporting the SWA through participation in programs that promote its ideals of democracy and human rights. SWA is gaining momentum because of all of you!