The Global Foundation for Integrative Medicines (GFIM) 2009 World Conference will provide many opportunities for productive, structured dialogue on the major challenges facing the field of integrative medicine. A wide variety of session types will present important new therapies and recent scientific research. Sessions will meet the various needs of participants and support collective efforts to transfer knowledge, share best practices and expand the delivery of prevention and healing to communities worldwide. The vision- “It is through healing and sharing that we unite in peace” In addition to the scientific sessions there are a number of additional activities, including workshops, exhibits, a Healing Pavilion and a gala dinner/dance that are integral to your experience at the conference.