CONFERENCE FAQs 

​How can I attend World Cord Blood Day?
Easy! World Cord Blood Day is both an online and in-person event. 
  • Attend online: Watch the official WCBD virtual conference via Eventbrite. It's free and open to all!
  • Attend in-person: Find an event being held near you by one of our WCBD Community Champions. All events are free.

How much does it cost?
Nothing. All WCBD events are free. 

Do you have activities near me?
Each year events are held all over the globe. Check our Map of Activities to find a WCBD event near you.

Is World Cord Blood Day supporting public or private cord blood banking? 
Both! The mission of World Cord Blood Day is to educate parents, healthcare providers and the various regulating authorities about the importance of saving and using cord blood stem cells. In today's world, there is a role for both public and private banking. The two systems often compliment each other in terms of research and availability. Both are important in providing options to parents and patients globally, as long as international guidelines and protocols are respected. Learn more about WCBD here. 

Can anyone become a WCBD Community Champion?
Yes! Join us! Each year we welcome both businesses and individuals to join us as WCBD Community Champions by holding cord blood education events for their local communities. We support their efforts by providing content from the official WCBD conference, as well as numerous marketing and educational tools-- all free of charge! Learn how you can Become a WCBD Community Champion here.

I need to use WCBD logos and marketing materials for a local event. Where can I get this? 
Please register as a WCBD Community Champion by adding your event to the Map of Activities. We will then email you a WCBD toolkit.

I have a question for a speaker. How can I get this question to them?
Easy! Just click on ASK THE EXPERTS and submit your questions. Important: Make sure you are registered for the virtual conference. We will send the answers that we collect to all registered attendees. Don't worry -- no personal information will be shared. 
Confused? Questions about World Cord Blood Day?
We have answers!
​Can I show the official WCBD virtual conference to others in a conference room or exhibition space (at an in-person event)? 
Yes! We would love for you to show the entire conference in a conference or exhibition space (admission must be free). Simply register you and/or your group via Eventbrite to receive access from November 15th.
NOTE: Add your viewing as an official event on our Map of Activities. We will register you as a WCBD Community Champion and give you extended access!

Can I restream the WCBD virtual conference? 
No, you are not allowed to restream any part of the WCBD virtual conference. However, you may share the link for people to register and watch.