9th Advance Care Planning International Conference (24-26 Sep)

[From Dr Greg Parker, Advance Care Planning Australia]

Dear Colleagues

Join the global conversation shaping the future of advance care planning at the 9th Advance Care Planning International Conference, 24–26 September 2025 on Yugambeh Country / Gold Coast, Queensland – proudly hosted by Advance Care Planning Australia.

It promises to stimulate insightful discussion and healthy debate, providing grassroots perspectives from consumers and health professionals. This will include sharing stories and diverse lived experiences, exploring approaches to advance care planning in a culturally safe and inclusive environment, with attention to Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and global First Nations communities.

The conference’s call to action is to inspire new ways of thinking, and approach advance care planning in a way that positively shapes the outcomes that matter most to individuals, families and communities.

Why attend?

• The only international conference focused solely on advance care planning – a cornerstone of quality person-centred care
• Hands-on sessions such as “ How we make conversations count-ACP and Dementia”, “Decision-making at end of life” and “Contemporary ACP-Ethics, Law & Human Rights” Program | ACP-i 9th Conference
• Hear from leading international and local experts on innovations that support dignity, autonomy, and person-led care

📣 Bring your team

Book 5 or more registrations and receive a 10% group discount.

This landmark three-day event brings together clinicians, researchers, policy-makers, and people with lived experience – united in a shared commitment to person-led care. The theme “Are we there yet?” invites reflection on progress, equity, and the evolving landscape of advance care planning around the world.

I encourage you to consider this professional development opportunity and look forward to seeing you there!

👉 Register now: www.acp-i2025.org

Kind regards

Greg