Walawaani Conference
15–16 February 2027
The Centre for Palliative Care Research and Education
invite you to register for the Walawaani Conference 2027!
Walawaani means ‘we hope you have a safe journey home’ in Dhurga language.
The Walawaani Conference brings together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities,
Elders, health workers, palliative care practitioners, researchers, policymakers, service providers,
partner organisations, and other health professionals to strengthen culturally safe,
culturally responsive, and person-centred palliative and end-of-life care across Australia.
By gathering leaders in palliative and end-of-life care and amplifying First Nations voices,
knowledge, and program initiatives, the conference provides a platform for collaboration,
knowledge sharing, and Indigenous leadership. Through the holistic sharing of cultural wisdom,
lived experience, research, and practice, Walawaani supports the returning to Spirit journey
for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families, and communities.
We are delighted to welcome Jodi Cassar PSM, Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner, as a keynote speaker.
Jodi brings extensive experience in public sector leadership and is leading national efforts to improve aged care outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The biennial conference will be held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC)
and will be delivered as a face-to-face event only.
This format has been chosen to support cultural connection, relationship-building,
and shared experiences that are best achieved through in-person engagement.
We are committed to making Walawaani 2027 accessible to all
and offer a limited number of scholarships to support eligible attendees.
Scholarship information
For more information, contact: sabe.cpcre@health.qld.gov.au