-Intro
Participant boom-All signs set for growth
The EGU23 General Assembly welcomed 18,831 registered participants – 15,453 from 107 countries attending in-person and a further 3,378 from 105 countries joining in online. Unlike last year, the Austria Center Vienna was once again able to welcome the majority of participants as on-site attendees. With a total of 16,357 talks taking place across 938 sessions, the congress was a great success.
![Promenade mit Menschen und Citylight Screens vor dem Austria Center Vienna.](https://acv-productive.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Austria-Center-Vienna_Prominade_EGU-2023-5_2880x1920.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&w=3840&q=50)
Zitat
“A destination’s attitude to the topic of inclusion is now among the main factors behind whether participants decide to attend a congress. So I am very happy that we have such an open city in Vienna and a partner in the Austria Center Vienna that we can implement inclusive concepts with.”
Martin Rasmussen, Managing Director Copernicus.org
A congress for everyone-Focus on inclusion
The congress sent out a high-profile signal about inclusion for all, regardless of their origin, cultural background or gender identity. Pronouns on badges ensured that no-one was misgendered when networking. Meanwhile, gender-neutral bathrooms, as well as nursing, retreat and prayer rooms also enhanced participant well-being. Many participants from low-income countries received travel support.
![Foto: Toiletten mit Aufschrift "All Gender"](https://acv-productive.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Austria-Center-Vienna_All-Gender-Toilet_EGU-2023-39_1440x1080.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&w=3840&q=50)
Local and organic-Catering to every taste
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![Foto: Streetfood Zelte mit vielen Menschen](https://acv-productive.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Austria-Center-Vienna_Outdoor-Catering_EGU-2023-7_2880x1920.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&w=3840&q=50)
![Foto: Streetfood Zelte mit vielen Holzbaenken](https://acv-productive.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Austria-Center-Vienna_Outdoor-Catering_EGU-2023-39_2880x1920.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&w=3840&q=50)
![Foto: Kuchen und anderer Nachtisch auf Glastellern](https://acv-productive.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Austria-Center-Vienna_Indoor-Catering_EGU-2023-29_2880x1920.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&w=3840&q=50)
![Foto: Catering-Vitrine volle Essen und Getraenke mit zwei Maennern](https://acv-productive.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Austria-Center-Vienna_Indoor-Catering_EGU-2023-27_2880x1920.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&w=3840&q=50)
![Foto: Smoothie in Glasflaschen](https://acv-productive.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/ACV_Catering-13_2023_2880x1920.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&w=3840&q=50)
Childcare-Fun and games for children
With free childcare part of the package, participants were even able to attend the congress with their children. A quiet room, creative room, play room and movement room for children aged 1-12 were available at the venue, while the nearby Donaupark is always ideal for outdoor activities. And multilingual assistants made sure that all of the children felt comfortable.
Childcare during congresses![Foto: Maltisch für Kinder mit einem Bild, Malfarbe und Stiften](https://acv-productive.imgix.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Austria-Center-Vienna_Childcare_EGU-2023-39_1440x1080.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&w=3840&q=50)
Impressionen vom EGU 2023
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