Convent 2027 programme
The provisional schedule of the GLUB 2027 Convent, 22 to 28 February, reproduced as supplied by the Organising Committee, with an English translation.
General Assembly / Convent
Convent GLUB 2027
22 to 28 February 2027 · Cotonou, Republic of Benin. Seven days devoted to the proceedings of the Obedience, to fraternal exchanges and to meetings between delegations.
Overview
General Assembly / Convent GLUB 2027
The United Grand Lodge of Benin (GLUB) has the honour of welcoming to Cotonou the Brothers and Sisters, as well as the delegations of masonic obediences from around the world, on the occasion of its General Assembly / Convent 2027.
This international gathering will be devoted to the proceedings of the Obedience, to fraternal exchanges, to philosophical reflection and to meetings between delegations.
Participation
Registration for the Convent is free. Registering online allows the Organising Committee to prepare your reception, your access badge and, for those who need one, the invitation letter procedure.
Your standing as a participant is verified by the Organising Committee from the obedience and lodge details given at registration. Every registration remains subject to that validation.
What your registration gives you
- Access to the proceedings All seven days, 22 to 28 February 2027
- Personal badge With control QR code, free of charge
- Invitation letter On request, if a visa is required
- Participant area Status, documents and notifications
- Practical information Accommodation, transfers, Cotonou guide
What registration does not include
The Organising Committee covers neither air travel, nor accommodation, nor consular fees. Negotiated rates are offered by partner hotels.
The venue
In the heart of Cotonou
The Convent is held in Cotonou, from 22 to 28 February 2027. The venue for the proceedings will be announced to participants as soon as the Organising Committee has settled it.
Main hall
Plenary sessions, opening and closing ceremonies.
Committee rooms
Round tables and work in smaller groups.
Reception and badges
QR code control from the morning of 22 February.
Shuttles
Daily connections from the partner hotels.
Exact address
The detailed access map and security instructions are sent to participants whose registration has been validated, together with their badge.
How it works
From registration to badge
Nine steps, seven of which are automatic. You only need to act at the beginning and at the end of the journey.
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Step 1
You complete the form
Identity, obedience, dates of stay, visa need. About eight minutes.
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Step 2
Your email is verified
A six-digit code confirms that the address is yours.
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Step 3
Acknowledgement of receipt
You receive "GLUB 2027 : Confirmation of your registration".
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Step 4
Review by the Committee
The Committee verifies the declared affiliation and validates the file.
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Step 5
A number is assigned
A unique identifier in the form
GLUB2027-XXXXXis issued to you. -
Step 6
Your badge is generated
Your personal QR badge becomes available for download.
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If visa
Move to the "Visa / Invitation" queue
Your file joins the queue dedicated to invitation letters.
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If visa
The validated letter is delivered
The letter is placed in your area and sent by email.
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Step 9
Practical updates
Final programme, shuttles and arrival instructions.
Ready to join the proceedings?
Registration is free and takes a few minutes. You will be able to correct certain details later from your participant area.
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Registration for Convent GLUB 2027
Official registration form for the GLUB 2027 Convent, entirely free of charge: identity, obedience, dates of stay and any need for an invitation letter.
Accommodation in Cotonou
Partner hotels for the GLUB 2027 Convent in Cotonou: negotiated rates, distance from the venue, booking arrangements and what is or is not covered.