General Information

CHI 2000 is more to the HCI profession than just the leading technical forum. It provides attendees with an excellent opportunity to make new contacts and renew old friendships with colleagues from around the world.

Accompanying Persons
CHI 2000 welcomes Accompanying Persons of 18 years or older to the conference to share in the excitement of the event. Accompanying Persons registration is US$95/NLG 190 each, and includes access to The Commons, Opening and Closing Plenaries, and the Conference Reception. Please complete the appropriate section of your registration form on behalf of the person(s) accompanying you.

Alcoholic Beverages
Legal drinking age in The Netherlands is 18.

Attire
CHI conferences are casual dress. A warm jacket and/or sweater is suggested for the evenings. The Congress Centre is air conditioned and may be cool.

The CHI Store
Conference sweatshirts, T shirts, mugs, publications, and videos will be sold at the CHI Store located near Registration in the lobby of the Congress Centre. The CHI Store opens at 12:00 on Sunday and will be open during registration hours.

Electrical Power
It is ACM SIGCHI policy to use the local power source. In The Netherlands, electricity is supplied at 220V-50Hz A.C. CHI 2000 does not provide power converters, adapters or other electric accessories.

Information Booths
Information Booths will be located in the Ground Floor Lobby and near Registration in the Congress Centre. Local representatives will be available to answer your questions regarding local attractions, tours, and dining options.

Information Booth Hours

Message Service
An incoming telephone line will be available at the information booth, and the number will appear in the Final Program. During the conference, messages can be taken for you at this number and posted on the message board. You may also use the message board to post messages for other conference participants.

Recording Prohibited
The use of any type of audio or video recording device is not permitted during any part of the conference. The use of still cameras is permissible. However, reprinting photographs in print or electronic publications is prohibited without the written permission of the people photographed.

Smoking Policy
CHI conferences are smoke-free. There are easily-accessible outdoor areas at the Congress Centre where smoking will be permitted.

Special Needs and Access
The conference registration form includes space for indicating any special needs you may have. Information about special directions for persons with impaired mobility, sign language services, interpreters, dietary restrictions, or other assistance is available upon request. If you need special assistance, please contact the North American Conference Office. See contact information below.

Medical Help
In The Netherlands, once treatment has been provided, non-resident injured individuals must pay for services rendered, then personally submit all expenses to their insurance carriers for reimbursement (includes ambulance, medical staff, hospital, etc.). Medical services in The Netherlands will not process non-residents' insurance for payment.

Individuals traveling to The Netherlands should check to see if their own insurance covers medical expenses abroad.

Time
All times listed in this Advance Program are Central European Time Zone (GMT+1) unless otherwise noted.

Contact for Information/Questions

North American Conference Office
9:00 to 17:00 US EST
Tel: +1 410 263 5382
Fax: +1 410 267 0332
Email: chi2000-office@acm.org

European Conference Office
9:00 to 17:00 (GMT+1)
Tel: +31 20 592 4210
Fax: +31 20 592 4199
Email: chi2000-office-eu@acm.org

Global Relations

Regional Liaisons are available in many geographic areas to offer assistance. You may also contact the North American or European Conference Offices for help.