EVENTS

Launched ALIGN’s Online Course - Genomics Our Way | An Introduction to Genomics Research with Indigenous Australians

ALIGN were able to develop and deliver this first-of-its-kind course through the ALIGN network, the OCHRE network, with financial support from the Australian Academy of Science–Theo Murphy Initiative (AAS-TMI).

What’s next?

Register now and take the course! https://indigenousgenomics.com.au/courses/genomicsourway/

Please share it with your colleagues, networks, and communities.

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Tell us what you think - we’d love your feedback and reflections once you’ve completed the course.

‘Genomics Our Way’ is more than a course—it’s a statement about how genomics research with Indigenous Australians should be done.

MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION

Learn from leading Indigenous voices:

Connect with Culture and Country:

Shape the future of Indigenous-led reform: 

Leave re-energised and inspired:

20-24 April 2026
21-23 April 2026 | TĀMAKI MAKAURAU, Auckland, AOTEAROA, New Zealand

The World Indigenous Cancer Network and Hei Āhuru Mōwai Māori Cancer Leadership Aotearoa invite you to TĀMAKI MAKAURAU, Auckland, AOTEAROA, New Zealand for the 2026 World Indigenous Cancer Conference (W.I.C.C. 2026) at the

Due Drop Events Centre, 21—23 April 2026.

This promises to be a joyful gathering with more than 600 researchers, clinicians, whānau (family), rangatahi (youth), and advocates coming together in a space of deep connection, learning, and cultural celebration.

For more information, click here

Seeing Our Way: Innovation, Excellence and Healing

We’re proud to support the 2026 National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Eye Health Conference: Seeing Our Way: Innovation, Excellence and Healing, a milestone event marking 10 years of national leadership, collaboration and progress in First Nations eye health.

Taking place 11–13 May 2026 at the MCG on Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country in Naarm/Melbourne, the conference brings together community leaders, health professionals, researchers and policymakers to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership and strengthen pathways towards equitable eye health and vision care. 

👉 Abstract submissions and registrations are now open.

Join us as we reflect on a decade of impact and look ahead to the future. Learn more at www.fneha.com.au.

For more information, click here

1 – 5 June | Gold Coast

Our Truth. Our Power. Our Future.

6-9 September 2026 | South Africa

Health Without Borders: Equity, Inclusion, and Sustainability.

17 – 19 November 2026 | Mparntwe, NT

2026 National Conference

The Power We Carry Protecting and Growing Our Young Ones – Anwerne rlterrke atnyenetyeke Anwerne ampe mape arntarntaretyeke. 

30 November – 2 December 2026 | Boorloo (Perth)

Larrakia Country | 8-10 June 2027

It's official: Lowitja Institute's 5th International Indigenous Health and Wellbeing Conference (Lowitja Conference 2027) will be held in Garramilla (Darwin) on

Larrakia Country in June 2027.

2027 will mark 30 years since the Lowitja Institute began in Darwin as the Cooperative Research Centre for Aboriginal and Tropical Health, so it will be a very special homecoming.

Although this event is not for 18 months, we know an early ‘save the date’ announcement assists attendees with planning bookings and organising attendance. After a record-breaking 1,370 delegates at the 4th International Indigenous Health and Wellbeing Conference on Kaurna Country in June 2025, we’re expecting even more registrations for the Darwin Convention Centre event, scheduled from 8-10 June 2027.

2027 will mark 30 years since the Lowitja Institute began in Darwin as the Cooperative Research Centre for Aboriginal and Tropical Health, so it will be a very special homecoming.

Although this event is not for 18 months, we know an early ‘save the date’ announcement assists attendees with planning bookings and organising attendance. After a record-breaking 1,370 delegates at the 4th International Indigenous Health and Wellbeing Conference on Kaurna Country in June 2025, we’re expecting even more registrations for the Darwin Convention Centre event, scheduled from 8-10 June 2027.

We look forward to you joining us in the Northern Territory for an unforgettable week of knowledge-sharing, culture, and insights. 

For more details and Lowitja Conference announcements, keep an eye on lowitjaconference.org.au.