Athena, daughter of Zeus, was the goddess of wisdom

and the patron of the city of Athens.

Organized by Under the auspices of

Hellenic National Defence Hellenic Ministry
General Staff of National Defence
About the Conference
The “Athena ‘11” Crisis Management International Conference is the 13th annual ticipating countries and organizations are
“Athena” Conference organized by the Hellenic National Defence General Staff requested to contribute actively with pres-
(HNDGS) under the auspices – since 2008 – of the Hellenic Ministry of National Defence. entations related to the activities of their
crisis management organization, whereas
The “Athena ‘11” Conference will take place in the city of Thessaloniki, from 01st
until 04th of June 2011 at the “I. Vellidis Congress Centre” (www.helexpo.gr). individual participants are encouraged to

The tutorial phase of the event will cover the first three days, whereas the last day lecture on issues included in the “Tentative
(04th June) is aimed at social/cultural events. Topics” list below.

The conference provides an international forum for new ideas, concepts and approach- Duration of presentations must be about 15
es concerning the field of crisis management. Featuring a range of special sessions, minutes each. Use of PC (Power Point) and
the “Athena ‘11” focuses on analysing current instabilities in the international crisis data video projector will be supported in the
management system and exploring emerging methods, possibilities for increased conference hall. A short CV no more than
cooperation and specialization. It aspires to promote discussion and exchange 200 words, a personal photo as well as a
of views and experiences between various key partners, international actors and summary of the proposed lecture of 300 –
across government offices on multidimensional crisis management initiatives, best 400 words in English are the prerequisites
practices and common challenges. for acceptance of the interested speaker.
The above are to be submitted to the Point

Target Audience of Contact for the Conference Program as

soon as possible and not later than 15th
The target audience of the conference is military and civilian personnel with a back- March 2011. Representatives selected as
ground on crisis management. The rank of military personnel should be Lieutenant speakers must forward a soft copy of their
Colonel to Brigadier General and equivalent civilian personnel. presentation one month prior to the confer-
ence. Please note that power point presenta-

Presentations tions should be in English. All presentations

will be included in the conference mate-
The conference brings together prominent national and international experts and rial that will be posted on HNDGS website
renowned scholars as well as representatives of international organizations. Par- (www.hndgs.mil.gr) after the Conference.
 Tentative Topics Travel & Transportation
• New NATO Strategic Concept and Crisis Management Participants should make their own travel ar-
rangements to and from Thessaloniki, except
• The impact of Climate Changes on the National and International Security and stability
for invited speakers whose flights will be ar-
• International Concept and National Perspectives ranged by HNDGS through the points of con-
• Interlocking and not inter-blocking International Organizations for Crisis tact (POC).
Management in the Field
Any necessary passport and visa arrange-
• Information Systems – Addressing Cyber Warfare – Legal framework ments are participants’ responsibility.
• Optimization of civ-mil synergies in the field of Crisis Management
Transport will be provided between airport and
• Financing of Crisis Management Operations – Logistics role to the success of the hotel.
multinational crisis management operations.
Detailed transportation information will be
sent to participants upon receipt of the Con-
ference Attendance Form
Language
All relative documents and promotional material will be published in English, the offi-
cial language of the conference. Nevertheless, simultaneous interpretation facilities
Social/Cultural Events
in English, French and Greek will also be available during the conference. Participants and their spouses will have the
opportunity to participate in a number of
social/cultural events. Some of those events

Security are hosted by the organizers.

Information for social/cultural events will be
There is no classification for the Conference and for all associated documents. sent to the participants upon receipt of the
are Conference Attendance Form.
res-
heir Participation Instructions Dress Code
reas
For participation, please fill in the Conference Attendance Form and submit it
d to • Conference session: Jacket and tie for men –
to the Point of Contact for Registration (HNDGS Crisis Management Centre,
smart dress for women (no military uniform).
tive kexeik–k2@hndgs.mil.gr) NLT 15th April 2011. • Welcome cocktail: Smart casual (open collar).
• Guided tours: Sport casual
An attendance notification will be issued by the organizers as soon as the Conference
15 Attendance Form is processed.
and
the Points of Contact
han Accommodation For any further information please contact:
as a The conference will be held at the “I. Vellidis Congress Centre” (www.helexpo.gr). Conference Policy – Programme
00 – It is recommended that participants stay at “Classical Makedonia Palace” • HNDGS/CMC,
Col Charalampos Lalousis
ites (2, M. Alexandrou Ave. GR 54640 THESSALONIKI, www.makedoniapalace.com) Phone: (+030) 210 6574 002
ker. where the following preferential room rates have been arranged: Single or Double, Fax: (+030) 210 6572 209
E–mail: kexeik–k3@hndgs.mil.gr
oint 80 Euros per room per night (includes American Buffet Breakfast, taxes & service • Ministry of National Defence,
m as charges). Moreover, coffee and conference Lunch (buffet) will be available at the Col Dimitrios Persidis
ΗΝ Phone: (+030) 210 6598 130
15th “I. Vellidis Congress Centre” at the additional cost of 20 Euros per day (optional). E–mail: dpersidis@mod.mil.gr
d as To make a reservation, please fill the appropriate text boxes in the Conference Attend- • HNDGS/CMC,
Cdr Sotiris Kosiadis
heir ance Form along with the rest of your registration information and send it to the Ho- ΗΝ Phone: (+030) 210 6572 050
fer- tel “Classical Makedonia Palace” (mkp@classicalhotels.com) as well as to the Point E–mail: kexeik–k3@hndgs.mil.gr

nta- of Contact for Registration. To ensure the reduced room rate, please book before Registration, Travel
ons 15th April 2011. Please pay special attention to the cancellation policy. & Transportation
• HNDGS/CMC,
ate- For participants from countries that are entitled to accommodation subsidy according Ms Julia Tserkezi
site Phone: (+030) 210 6576 259
to bilateral agreements, hotel accommodation will be arranged and provided by the
Fax: (+030) 210 6572 209
e. Hellenic National Defence General Staff on request. E–mail: kexeik–k2@hndgs.mil.gr
 Outline Conference Program
n A detailed program will be posted on HNDGS web site (www.hndgs.mil.gr) in due time.
ar-
cept Tuesday, 31 May 2011
e ar- 17 – 21 Early registration of participants at “Makedonia Palace” Hotel
00 00

con- 1800 – 2000 Thessaloniki city tour (non hosted)

nge-
Wednesday, 01 June 2011
07 – 08
30 00
Registration at “Makedonia Palace” Hotel
0900 – 0915 Welcome by the Chairman of the Conference (“I. Vellidis” Congress Centre)
and
0915 – 0930 Conference Opening by the Minister of National Defence
0930 – 0945 Opening Remarks by the Chief of the Hellenic National Defence General Staff
be 0945 – 1030 Guest Speaker (TBA)
Con-
1030 – 1045 Coffee break
1045 – 1300 Morning Session: “International Concept and National Perspectives” (“I. Vellidis” Congress Centre)
Speakers Programme (TBA)
1300 – 1400 Lunch
1400 – 1600 Afternoon Session: “The impact of climate changes on the national and international security
and stability. (“I. Vellidis” Congress Centre)
the
Speakers Programme (TBA)
r of
ents 1600 – 1630 Coffee break
1630 – 1800 Syndicates (“I. Vellidis” Congress Centre)

l be
2030 Cocktail to be offered by the Minister of National Defense for participants and spouses (Officers Club)

the Thursday, 02 June 2011

09 – 09
00 45
Keynote speaker (TBA)
0945 – 1130 Morning Session A: “New NATO Strategic Concept and Crisis Management”
(“I. Vellidis” Congress Centre)
Speakers Programme (TBA)
1130 – 1200 Coffee break
en –
1200 – 1330 Morning session B: “Interlocking and not inter-blocking International Organizations for
rm). crisis management (CMO) in the Field” (“I. Vellidis” Congress Centre)
ar). Speakers Programme (TBA)
1330 – 1430 Lunch
1430 – 1530 Afternoon Session “Information Systems – addressing cyber warfare – legal framework”
(“I. Vellidis” Congress Centre)
Speakers Programme (TBA)
ct 1530 – 1600 Coffee break
ct: 1600 – 1730 Syndicates (“I. Vellidis” Congress Centre)
me 1800 Visit to the Museum of the Byzantine culture (Participants and Spouses) (hosted)
C,
sis Friday, 03 June 2011
02 09 – 09
00 30
Guest Speaker (TBA)
09
gr
0930 – 1100 Morning Session A: “Optimization of civ-mil synergies in the field of Crisis Management
(“I. Vellidis” Congress Centre)
ce,
Speakers Programme (TBA)
dis
30 1100 – 1115 Coffee break
gr 1115 – 1230 “Financing of crisis management operations – Logistics role to the success of multinational
C, crisis Management” (“I. Vellidis” Congress Centre)
dis Speakers Programme (TBA)
50
gr 1230 – 1300 Closing remarks by moderators and Chairman
End of Conference work
el 1300 – 1400 Lunch
on
1500 – 2130 Visit to the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina)
C,
ezi
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Saturday 04 June 2011
09 08 – 20 Full day tour to Mount Athos (non hosted – for those who will stay in the city after the end
00 00
gr of the conference)
Please complete this form (one for each applicant) with capital letters and sent it by e-mail or fax, no later than 15 April 2011, to
registration POC NHDGS/CMC, Ms Julia Tserkezi, Phone: (+30) 210 6576 259, Fax: (+30) 210 6572 209,
e-mail: kexeik–k2@geetha.mil.gr and accommodation POC, Ms Hatzopoulou Constantina, Phone: (+30) 2310 897202,
Fax: (+30) 2310 897211, e-mail: reserv4_mkp@classicalhotels.com

Mr / Ms / Mrs: Rank / Title:

Name: Surname:
GENERAL INFORMATION

Nationality:

Sending Organization:

Position / designation:

Phone:

Fax:

E–mail:
SPEAKER’S DATA

I wish to give a briefing / presentation: YES NO

My topic will be:

Duration of presentations must be about 15 minutes each. A short CV no more than 200 words, a personal photo as
well as a summary of the proposed lecture of 300 – 400 words in English are the prerequisites for acceptance of the
interested speaker. The above are to be submitted to the Point of Contact for Conference Program as soon as possible
and not later than 15th March 2011.

SINGLE ROOM DOUBLE ROOM

Arrival date: Departure Date:

Arrival Flight: Arrival Time: Departure Flight: Departure Time:

Type of Credit Card (VISA, MASTER, etc):

Number of Credit Card:

ACCOMMODATION

Exp. Date of Credit Card:

I request subsidy for my accommodation:

YES NO (Applicable only for countries with a specific bilateral agreement with Greece)
Additional requirements:

BILLING INFORMATION / CANCELLATION POLICY

• The hotel reservation is only guaranteed if the accommodation POC receives a personal & valid credit card with expiry
date, which should by presented upon check in.
• In case a valid credit card is not available, full pre-payment of the accommodation costs must be made. Please contact
the accommodation POC for details.
• For any room cancellation until the 8th of May 2011, no fee will apply.
• For any room cancellation from the 8th of May until the day of arrival the cancellation fee will be the charge of one overnight.
• In case of GTS Systems (Utell, Pegasus etc.) the prices and reservations are not acceptable.
• By filling out and returning this form you agree with the above – mentioned terms.
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“ATHENA 2009”
CRISIS MANAGEMENT INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
DATE: 30 Sep – 02 Oct 2009
VENUE: Athens
PARTICIPATION
250 participants from 50 countries and international organizations
EU, NATO, OSCE, Albania, Angola, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bosnia
& Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Central African Republic, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus,
Czech Republic, Cuba, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany,
Greece, Hungary, India, Iran, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Luxemburg,
Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Qatar,
Republic of Korea, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland,
Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United
Kingdom, Lebanon, United States of America

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