Women are still being misdiagnosed, dismissed, overlooked or left to navigate care that doesn't adequately account for hormones, trauma, neurodivergence, caregiving pressures, violence, chronic stress, social inequity and the realities of women's lives. This conference is about some of the most significant challenges facing mental health practice today. The evidence is growing, and the conversations […]

The Australian nonprofit sector faces mounting challenges in 2026. Escalating financial constraints from inflation and donor fatigue, workforce burnout amid volunteer declines, surging service demands from climate events and economic hardship, plus governance gaps and digital lags, are pressuring third sector teams to become more resilient. A 2025 ACNC Report reveals unprecedented pressures making it […]

From Insight to Impact: Cultivating the Future of Neurodivergent Wellbeing  After a powerful and inspiring first year, the Neurodivergence Wellbeing Conference returns in 2026. Building on the success of NWC25, this second annual event will continue to elevate neurodivergent voices, bridge research and lived experience, and explore what genuine inclusion looks like across systems, services, […]

Equitable and inclusive outcomes are achieved through understanding and responding to the unique strengths, challenges, and aspirations of diverse communities. This year’s theme recognises place-based, community-driven approaches and solutions to address overrepresentation and diversity in metropolitan, regional, and remote contexts that genuinely reflect lived experiences. This Conference will provide a platform to share what better […]