Submit an abstract

The conference is an opportunity to showcase your work, share your ideas, and engage in meaningful dialogue with conference delegates. Whether you're an artist, activist, researcher, or community member, we welcome your contributions.

Let your voice be heard, your stories be told, and your impact felt.

Submission guidelines:

Abstract submissions are now open
Abstract submissions will close 1 September 2026
Abstract summaries must not be longer than 300 words
All presentations must be delivered in-person only
Abstracts submitted after 1 September 2026 will not be considered
All abstract submissions will be reviewed by the University Department of Rural Health and Malka team.
All abstract submissions will be notified of acceptance by 15 September 2026
There is a requirement that one presenter is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (maximum of 2 people per presentation)
Each presentation is allocated 20-minute time slot (15min presentation + 5min Q&A)
The information in your abstract submission will be published in the conference booklet. Please ensure all details are correct.

This year's presentation themes will comprise:

Truth-Telling
Knowledge and Education
Health and Wellbeing
Culture and Community

Submit an abstract here

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