The Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia will be holding the Convocation on May 05, 2024, at the Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel, Petaling Jaya, Selangor. The Royal Patron of AFPM, DYMM Yang di-Pertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir, will be gracing the occasion.
We want to invite all graduands - Fellowship of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia (FAFP), Membership of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia (MAFP), Fellowship of Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, Graduate Certificate in Family Medicine (GCFM), and Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Care Dermatology to attend the Convocation.
AFPM CONVOCATION CEREMONY
The Academy Of Family Physicians Of Malaysia extends its sincere
congratulations on the successful culmination of your academic journey!
We are committed to orchestrating a memorable Graduation Ceremony where you can rejoice in your achievements alongside your loved ones, peers, and acquaintances. Your collaboration is invaluable in ensuring the resounding success of this event, and we sincerely appreciate your dedication.
AFPM Convocation schedule:
May 05, 2024 (Sunday)
Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel
ATTENDANCE CONFIRMATION
Confirmation of Attendance
Graduates are kindly requested to confirm attendance by responding via the "Register Now" option available at the CONVOCATION REGISTRATION & PAYMENT section. This will initiate the registration and payment process for the upcoming convocation ceremony.
REMINDER: Failure to confirm and register by 22 March 2024 (Friday) will result in your inability to participate in the convocation event.
PASSPORT-SIZED PHOTO
To facilitate the seamless execution of this ceremony, we kindly request your cooperation in uploading a passport-sized personal photograph. Please note that confirmation of attendance for the convocation will cease on March 22, 2024 (Friday).
Please refer to the sample below for your reference:
DO
Facing forward & looking straight to the camera
Clear and facing
the camera
Clear and near to the camera
Side photo with clear resolution
DON'T
Do not look away from the camera
Do not take photo with full body & far from the camera
Do not cover your eyes & face with anything
No blurred/unclear photo
For those who have not submitted a passport-size photo, we will use a black-and-white shadow as your slide photo.
CONVOCATION DAY
Brief Programme:
Itinerary:
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May 04, 2024 (Saturday)
Venue: Gowning Room, Pinnacle 1, Level 3D, Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel
Time: 03:00 pm to 06:00 pm
COLLECTION OF GOWNS
1. Fellow of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia (FAFP)
2. Member of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia (MAFP)
3. Graduate Certificate in Family Medicine (GCFM)
4. Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Care Dermatology
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May 05, 2024 (Sunday)
Venue: Ballroom II, Level 3D, Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel
Time:
07.30am - 08.00am
08.00am
08.15am - 08.30am
08.30am - 09.00am
09.45am
12.30pm
: Rehearsal
: Arrival of Graduates/Guests.
: Arrival of VIP's
: Entrance of Graduate Procession
: Entrance of Academic Procession
: Commencement of Convocation Speech
: Conferment of Awards
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Honorary Fellowship of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia (Hon. FAFP)
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Fellowship of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia (FAFP)
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Membership of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia (MAFP)
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Graduate Certificate of Family Medicine (GCFM)
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Primary Care Dermatology
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Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP)
Fellowship of the International Conjoint Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (icFRACGP)
• Awarding the Best Student Award
• Recitation of the Oath
: Adjournment of Convocation
Departure of HRH Yang di-Pertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan Darul Khusus
Tuanku Muhriz Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Munawir, Patron of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia
The Photography Session is as follows:
- Council with the FAFP Graduates.
- Council with the MAFP/FRACGP/icFRACGP Graduates.
- Council with the GCFM Graduates.
- Council with Primary Care Dermatology/Courses.
Convocation Attire
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All Graduates are requested to observe the following Dress Code for the Convocation ceremony: Graduates are advised to be properly attired as befits the occasion.
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Please observe the following dress code:
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Dark-coloured lounge suit with a matching tie for men.
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Decent attire for official functions for ladies.
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Dark-coloured shoes so that it harmonise with the academic dress.
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Please note that corsages should not be worn on the academic dress. Graduates who do not comply with the above dress code may not be allowed to enter the Convocation Hall.
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Graduates not wearing the complete academic attire will not be allowed to participate in the Convocation.
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All Guests are expected to be suitably attired, preferably in batik/lounge suit/national wear for gentlemen, whereas ladies also have to be properly attired for the occasion. Those who are not properly attired may not be allowed to enter the Convocation Hall.
GRADUAND WILL BE BARRED INTO THE CONVOCATION HALL IF THEY FAIL TO FOLLOW THE DRESS CODE AND PROTOCOL.
Ceremony Proper
During the ceremony, please observe the following:
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Remain seated and observe silence at all times.
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Handphones are to be switched off or set in silent mode at all times.
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Professional photographers have been engaged to take your photographs on stage during the Convocation Ceremony.
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Graduates not wearing the complete academic attire will not be allowed to participate in the Convocation.
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Your guests (to be confirmed if guests are allowed) may take shots with their cameras or video cameras from their seats only.
Please follow all instructions given by the procession by Master of Ceremonies (MC).
During the Ceremony
Proper decorum must be maintained throughout the Convocation Ceremony. Please be reminded that Graduates are not allowed to leave the hall while the ceremony is on. When the announcement of Academic Processions is made, Graduates are required to stand until the party in the Academic Processions is seated. The same applies when the Processions leave the Hall.
Conduct While Receiving The Awards/Certificate
You will be briefed on the process before the commencement of the Graduates Procession for each session. Please follow the instructions of the Master of Ceremonies (MC).
Kindly refer to the Video below:
CONVOCATION SOP
SOP will be followed during the Convocation Ceremony on May 05, 2024 (Sunday) at Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel, Petaling Jaya.
The Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia (AFPM) would like to inform our graduates of the new protocol to follow and adhere to during the convocation ceremonies on May 05, 2024 (Sunday), at Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel, Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
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Arrive at the venue by 7.30 am for registration.
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Children below the age of 7 years are not allowed into the hall.
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Handphones are to be put on silent throughout the proceedings.
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The AFPM has the right to remove the graduate/guest if found to be interrupting the proceedings.
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Photo sessions will be allowed only after the convocation session is over.
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We will livestream the event for family members who are unable to attend the Convocation ceremony. A link for live streaming will be provided.
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Always check the AFPM website or mail for any updates.
Refund Policy: - For admission to hospital/infections/family emergency, there is a 50% refund. - For last-minute cancellations, only photography costs of RM60.00 will be refunded. For any inquiries or assistance required ahead of the Convocation Ceremony, please do not hesitate to contact us: - AFPM Office Contact Numbers: +603 8993 9176 & +603 8993 9177 - Email: AFPM Secretariat (secretariat@afpm.org.my)
For and on behalf of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia.
Dr Wong Ping Foo
Honorary Secretary
Updated February 27, 2024
ROBE COLLECTION & RETURN
Robe Collection
To ease congestion on Convocation Day, it is COMPULSORY that graduates collect their robes. If graduates fail to collect their Convocation attire on May 04, 2024 (Saturday) without any valid reason, they may not be allowed to partake in the Convocation Ceremony on May 05, 2024 (Sunday).
Robe Collection:
May 04, 2024, Saturday
(03.00 pm - 06.00 pm)
Gowning Room, Pinnacle 1, Level 3D,
Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel
Robe Return
All graduates are REQUIRED to return the Convocation Robe according to the following schedule. Penalty shall be imposed if your convocation ceremonial attire is returned late or damaged or lost.