OCTOBER 20-22, 2024 DUE DROP CENTRE, AUCKLAND, AOTEAROA NZ
2024 Indigenous Wellbeing Conference
Join us in Aotearoa as we share Our Stories, Our Strength: A Collective Journey to Indigenous Wellbeing.
Welcome
Now in its fourth year
The Indigenous Wellbeing Conference celebrates Indigenous community, culture and identity to help advance social and emotional wellbeing for all First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika people.
The conference highlights the importance of connection to country, culture, spirituality and ancestry and the roles they play in wellbeing.
We bring together Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples to conceptulise and strategise solutions to the most important wellbeing needs of all First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika people.
Let's Share Wisdom
A Space For Stories
The conference gives space for and respect to the stories of our past and present. We aim to share our collective wisdom to move forward positively and improve health outcomes for all First Nations Australian Māori and Pasifika people.
The Indigenous Wellbeing Conference theme, topics and final program is carefully curated by a committee with Indigenous cultural, community, services and business leaders. The conference supports ‘nothing about Indigenous Peoples, without Indigenous Peoples’ when reviewing presenter applications so you can rest assured the content at the conference is extremely relevant for the sector.
Get Involved
your complete IWC experience
DAY 1
Pōwhiri & Hīkoi - Bringing connection to the people of the land
Start your IWC experience with a Welcome to Tāmaki Makaurau, by the people of Te Ahiwaru.
DAY 2
Conference & Networking Event
Day Two begins your Indigenous Wellbeing Conference program. Hear from your peers around the Indigenous Wellbeing sector with over 40 concurrent sessions.
DAY 3
Conference
Day Three sees the full conference program continued.
Networking & Connection
Across the three days you’ll have so many networking and connection moments including our Welcome to Tāmaki Makaurau, by the people of Te Ahiwaru, on Day one, and the Melting Pot networking event on Day two.
Our IWC24 Mission
Join us and be a part of the IWC24 mission to…
- Address key mental, social and emotional health challenges facing First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika people in 2024 and plan for brighter future.
- Support mental and allied health professionals and emerging workers in the field by providing access to networking opportunities and a high level of professional development.
- Provide a platform for government policy and initiatives to update, inform and seek feedback from the people who are delivering the services in the community.
- Encourage multi-sectoral collaboration and create an engaging space for knowledge sharing, and learning opportunities.
- Gain new insights and learnings to take back to your workplace and provide better wellbeing outcomes for all Indigenous people.
Te Rā Hononga
Pōwhiri & Hīkoi - Bringing connection to the people of the land
Te Rā Hononga is included in your registration cost.
Where education and research meets storytelling and ancestral wisdom.
- Who attends IWC?
- Is IWC for me?
- What you’ll gain from attending IWC.
Who attends IWC?
Here’s who typically attends IWC
The delegates for the Indigenous Wellbeing Conference are varied across community, government, mental and allied health as well as business. Typically, we see:
- Traditional Healers, Elders, Community Leaders within the First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika communities.
- CEO, Managing Directors and Managers of any First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika organisation.
- Professors, Associate Professors, Lecturers, PhD Students from Universities around the world with a particular focus on First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika studies.
- Psychologists, GPs, Social Workers, Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Nutritionists, Allied Health Manager, Mental Health Nurses working within First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika communities.
- Directors and Consultants of Private Counselling/ Psychiatrist/ Psychologist Practice.
- Mental health workers from federally funded government agencies - eg Housing, Social Services, Employment Services, Educational Services, NIAA, Corrective Services.
- Team Lead, Program Manager, Project Lead of any Australian Peak or State Mental Health agency, NZ Peak or State Mental Health agency, Pacifica Peak or State Health agency and Human Rights Commissions.
- Team Lead, Program Manager, Project Lead of Hospital and Health Services and PHNs.
- Team Lead, Program Manager, Project Lead of Land Councils.
- Principals, teachers or counsellors working with First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika students.
Is IWC for me?
Yes! The Indigenous Wellbeing Conference is for you if you’re looking for…
A space for safe, open and connected conversations around the health and wellbeing for all First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika.
Networking with like-minded multi-sector professionals who are both Indigenous and non-indigenous to discover best practice solutions.
Inspiration from current research, top professionals and community leaders in Indigenous wellbeing.
A platform to share your own stories, research, programs and case studies with your community.
A space to collaborate with and support likeminded individuals to deliver better outcomes for all First Nations Australian, Māori and Pasifika.
What you’ll gain from attending IWC.
What makes the Indigenous Wellbeing Conference the best event you attend this year?
Not only will you get to spend a few days away from your every-day, connecting with your team, but you’ll also be inspired to see what your peers in the sector are creating.
You’ll also receive:
- An authentic cultural experience on the first day of the conference
- Exceptional networking and connecting moments
- Wellness and mindfulness moments throughout the conference
- Access to all recorded keynote presentations (30 days)
- All recorded concurrent presentations (30 days)
- Access to conference app
- Printed conference materials
- Over 10 hours towards CPD points
- Your personalised certificate of attendance
The IWC24 Program
Conference Theme: Our Stories, Our Strength: A Collective Journey to Indigenous Wellbeing.
IWC24 Topics (Click to Expand)
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Cultural Resilience and Identity Preservation:
- Hauora Māori (Māori health and wellbeing) and the principles of Tino Rangatiratanga and Mana Motuhake (including the Whakaputanga 1835 Declaration of Independence and Te Tiriti o Waitangi)
- Acknowledging the significance and impacts of the 2023 Australian Voice Referendum on Aboriginal health and wellbeing
- Healing from breaches of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, overrepresentation in the criminal justice system, disregard of Aboriginal land rights and native title, and impacts of the Stolen Generation
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Empowering Grassroots Innovation for Community Wellbeing
- Showcasing initiatives led by Indigenous peoples for community health and wellbeing
- Highlighting grassroots initiatives that foster innovation and promote empowerment of Indigenous health and wellbeing
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Fostering Whānau (Family) Wellbeing Through Environmental Sustainability
- Addressing the impact of climate change on the health and wellbeing of Indigenous peoples
- Utilising rongoā (traditional healing practices) and other Indigenous approaches for environmental and whānau (family) sustainability
- Integrating whānau-centered (family-centred) approaches into community health and wellbeing development
- Community harmony through holistic health practices
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Equitable Access and Cultural Inclusiveness for Diverse Populations
- Bridging the digital divide to preserve cultural wellbeing
- Recognising diverse health and wellbeing experiences of Indigenous peoples, including those of the takatāpui, MFAFF+ (LGBTQIA+) and whaikaha (disability) communities
- Addressing social isolation
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Racism in Health and Decolonisation of the System
- Decolonising healthcare services and embracing Indigenous methodologies
- Addressing health disparities
- Enhancing cultural competency in healthcare provision
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Open Topic:
- Presenters are encouraged to share insights, experiences, research or perspectives on topics that contribute to improving the social and emotional wellbeing of all Indigenous peoples.
The IWC Committee
The sector leaders who are behind the 2024 IWC conference
Join us
Registration Options
NZD $573.85
Virtual | 3 Day Program
- Live streaming of all keynote presenters
- Live streaming of all sessions in the plenary room over three day conference period
- Virtual presentations
- Complete online access to audio and visual presentations for 30 days*
Over 10 hours towards CPD points - Your personalised certificate of attendance
NZD $1,393.90
In-Person | 3 Day Program
Early Bird Pricing Ends 13/09/2024
- Te Rā Hononga
- All keynote presentations
- All concurrent presentations
- Discounted accommodation rates
- Access to conference app
- 5 star conference catering package
- Access to exclusive networking functions
- Complete online access to audio and visual presentations for 30 days post-event
- Printed conference materials
- Over 10 hours towards CPD points
- Your personalised certificate of attendance
- Exposure for your organisation
- Plus, chances to win great prizes!
NZD $3,274.05
In-Person Group of 3
- Te Rā Hononga
- All keynote presentations
- All concurrent presentations
- Discounted accommodation rates
- Access to conference app
- 5 star conference catering package
- Access to exclusive networking functions
- Complete online access to audio and visual presentations for 30 days post-event
- Printed conference materials
- Over 10 hours towards CPD points
- Your personalised certificate of attendance
- Exposure for your organisation
- Plus, chances to win great prizes!
Where It's Happening
VENUE & ACCOMMODATION
OCTOBER 20-22, 2024
DUE DROP EVENTS CENTRE, AUCKLAND NZ
Ramada Hotel (GST inclusive, NZD)
We have a negotiated a very competitive rate exclusively for our event, and Ramada Hotel is conveniently located directly opposite to the conference venue.
Deluxe Room | $219 |
Deluxe Room with Microwave & Fridge | $219 |
Deluxe Studio, full Kitchen | $229 |
One bedroom Suite | $239 |
Two bedroom suite | $400 |
Accommodation is optional and can be booked during registration.
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