Frequently Asked Questions

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Important notice regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19)

As you may have heard the (World Union of Wound Healing Societies) WUWHS Congress 2020 is being postponed to the 13th-17th September 2020 surrounding the increase in COVID-19 virus worldwide. This decision was made by the WUWHS organisers and as a result the JWC WUWHS awards ceremony will not go ahead with the planned date of 10th March.

This event has been rescheduled for the Tuesday 15th September 2020. Thank you all for submitting such exciting and novel work, this will not go unnoticed or unsupported. We hope you will be able to join us for the ceremony later this year.

All attendees have been contacted by email and we will be in touch in the near future to confirm new arrangements. 

Should there be any changes to the current recommendations from the WHO or Public Health England, we will review and share their instructions.
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When do the entries close?

Entries are now closed and the shortlist has been announced.
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What is the nomination and judging process?

All entries are anonymised prior to judging so please minimise the use of nominee(s) names when giving evidence, and use the third person (he/she/they).

Judging will be based on: 
  • Evidence of novelty/original thinking,
  • Evidence of a significant impact/benefit to the area or patients,
  • Evidence in the application or supporting document of the achievements described,
  • Suitability for the category entered.
Please Note for Dressing/Device Nominations:
  • Companies are invited to nominate a dressing or device that they believe has altered wound care facilitating healing and while being cost-effective,
  • This must be available in at least three territories,
  • This award will be judged by an independent panel of board members and KOL’s.
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What happens after I have submitted my entries?

Once you have submitted your entries they will be processed by the awards team, ready for judging.
Once the judging has taken place in January 2020, we will announce a shortlist and invite those on the shortlist to the glittering awards ceremony on Tuesday 15th September 2020.
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When are the winners announced?

The winners are announced at a ceremony on Tuesday 15th September at The Aloft Rooftop, Abu Dhabi. If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend this special event, so keep the date free in your diary.
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Do I have to pay to attend the ceremony?

No, if you are a finalist you will receive a VIP invitation for two guests free of charge. You may purchase additional tickets for £125 + VAT if more than two people wish to attend.
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Are there sponsorship opportunities?

There is the opportunity to sponsor the awards. For more information please contact Anthony Kerr.
Email: Anthony.Kerr@markallengroup.com
Phone: 020 7501 6726
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How will I know whether my organisation has been shortlisted?

The full shortlist will be published on this website early 2020. You will also receive confirmation by email at this time.
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What is your cancellation policy?

Please click here to read our terms and conditions.
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What can I wear to the awards ceremony?

The dress code is lounge suits and dresses. Please note that the venue is on an open rooftop, so you may want to bring something warm for when the sun goes down.