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2025 FAWCO Region 4 Conference - Hosted by American Women's Club of Brussels

November 14-16th , 2025


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The AWCB is proud to host the 2025 Region 4 FAWCO Conference in Brussels, Belgium. Clubs from throughout Region 4 and the world, plus FAWCO directors, will meet for a weekend of interesting talks, networking, best practice sharing, and exciting social events.

The event will start with dinner Friday evening at Le Roy d'Espagne, overlooking the Grand Place in Brussels.  Saturday will include special guest speakers - Karin Northshield, the American–Belgian athlete who survived the Brussels' terrorist attacks of 22 March 2016, and Claire Oppert, a cellist and musico-therapist who has demonstrated the soothing power of music on multiple pathologies.  Also included are FAWCO speakers, opportunities to socialize with other Clubs' members, and discussion with EU Commission representatives on how Clubs and FAWCO can work with the EU Commission.

After the main conference day, Saturday evening will start with a Cocktail party followed by the Gala Dinner.  Sunday morning will be a guided tour of Historical Brussels from an expert Architect and then lunch at Chez Francois, rounding off a full weekend.

For this event we have six ticket types; the Conference itself (including the Cocktail Party and Gala Dinner), four optional events and a Combined Package of all Events.  Please note that each Event may need to be separately booked, as Wild Apricot sometimes does not allow multiple tickets to be selected.  

If you wish to attend the full weekend, just reserve the Full Weekend Package and save 10%! Please note the main Conference Registration ticket also includes the Cocktail Party and Gala Dinner.

HOTEL: Novotel Brussels City Center adjacent to Sainte-Catherine Church

Novotel Hotel Website. The hotel is 5 minutes walk from Brussels Central and the Grand Place.  Special Hotel rates have been negotiated at 160 per night single and 180 double, including breakfast.  To book a Hotel Room, please:

1. Fill out this form: Novotel Hotel Registration Form

2. Email form to H2122-SB@accor.com to secure your special rate

Contact Info at the AWCB: Please contact Chris at chris@awcb.org with any questions.

CONFERENCE AGENDA

Friday

  • Arrival
  • Welcome Drinks and Dinner at Roy d'Espagne restaurant on the Grand Place





Saturday

  • Morning Session Speakers of Karen Northshield and Claire Oppert
  • Afternoon sessions of inter club discussions, FAWCO, and Women in the EU
  • Silent Auction in evening
  • Cocktail hour with music
  • Main Gala Dinner
  • Member Curated Art Exhibit with focus on Women and Renewal in conference rooms

Sunday

  • Walking Tour in Brussels
  • Lunch at Restaurant Francois





Full Weekend Package - Save 10%! – €370.00

This FAWCO Special Saver Package gives you the full weekend of activities and saves you 10%! Enjoy the Welcome dinner at Roy d'Espagne, the full Conference package including the Gala Dinner, the historical walking tour Sunday morning and finish with a delicious Sunday lunch at Chez Francois. All this and a saving of 10% what a Perfect Package! Only open to FAWCO Members and members of FAWCO Affiliated Clubs. Excludes hotel accomodation, which is booked separately.


FAWCO Region 4 Conference Registration – €295.00

FAWCO Region 4 Conference Saturday 15th November on the theme ‘Renewal and Sisterhood’. Speakers include world renowned inspiring women: Karin Northshield, the American–Belgian athlete who survived the Brussels' terrorist attacks of 22 March 2016, and Claire Oppert, a cellist and musico-therapist who has demonstrated the wonderfully soothing power of music on multiple pathologies. Entrance includes full access to the Conference and our many Speakers, Welcome coffee and snacks, lunch, entrance to the AWCB Conference Art Exhibition, pre-dinner cocktail party, 3 course Gala Dinner with wine, water and coffee and of course our Silent Auction and raffle. Excludes hotel accommodation, which is booked separately.

Friday Welcome Dinner – €60.00

Private dining room with the most spectacular view of Brussels! Come and meet your AWCB hosts, FAWCO Directors and your fellow participants at the world famous Roy d’Espagne on the Grand Place! Originally build in the 16th Century and once the home of the Guild of Bakers, one of the most popular spots in Belgium. Dinner will be served in the 2nd floor private dining room, overlooking the Grand Place. Welcome cocktail, 3 course dinner with wine/water, followed by coffee or tea.

FAWCO Region 4 Saturday Gala Dinner – €90.00

Unable to attend the full event but want to join for the Gala Dinner? Or bringing a partner who does not want to attend the Conference itself? Come and join the FAWCO Region 4 Conference Participants for a pre-dinner cocktail, followed by a delicious 3 course dinner with wine, water and coffee. Participate in the Silent Auction and Raffle and try to win prizes while helping local charities.

Sunday Historical Brussels Walking Tour – €10.00

After the Gala Dinner the night before, join our wonderful local guide who will walk us around the center of Brussels to show you all the amazing things hidden in plain sight. Explore the old City Wall and discover a side of old Brussels you never knew existed - all while walking off the delicious Gala Dinner from Saturday night.

Sunday Lunch at Restaurant Francois in Saint Catherine – €45.00

To finish the FAWCO Region 4 Conference, join us at the restaurant Chez Francois on Place Sant Catherine. This award winning restaurant specialises in fish, shell fish and seafood of all types meat and vegetarian options are also available). A meal not to be missed to round off a wonderful event! Three course menu with choice from 3 dishes per course; served with water (wine possible at own cost). A perfect way to round off this amazing event!

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