Past events
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On-demand recordings are available for 12 months following the live event date.
September 2026
10
Caught in the Crossfire: Safeguarding Children in Times of War
Thursday, 10 September 2026 | webinar
Over 500 million children globally live in conflict zones, representing over 1 in 5 children worldwide. These young people face grave violations, including physical violence, forced displacement, hunger, loss of education and recruitment as child soldiers, leaving deep physical and mental scars.
This webinar featured leading paediatric and child health professionals discussing how to safeguard children in conflict zones.
August 2026
4
Providing culturally safe lactation care for all women
Tuesday, 4 August 2026 | webinar
Held during World Breastfeeding Week, this webinar addressed the provision of culturally safe breastfeeding care for all women. Breastmilk provides vital nutrition, boosts cognitive development and acts as a baby's "first vaccine" against common illnesses, while also offering long-term health benefits for parents.
July 2026
23
Thriving Kids: A once in a generation opportunity
Thursday, 23 July 2026 | webinar
Thriving Kids is an Australian Government initiative to identify children under 8 with additional developmental needs earlier and connect them to support. Key leaders from the Thriving Kids Advisory Committee discussed how the initiative will work, what it will mean for children and families, and the role of paediatricians and other child health professionals.
July 2026
22
Children with Developmental Concerns: Key issues for GPs and primary care.
Wednesday, 22 July 2026 | webinar
Every child deserves the best start, and early identification is key. This practical webinar explored how GPs, paediatric trainees and allied health professionals can integrate developmental screening into everyday clinical practice.
Our expert panel covered when and how to screen, what tools work best in primary care settings, and practical strategies for supporting children's development at the earliest opportunity.
May 2026
20
The first 2000 days framework: shaping a healthier future for children
Wednesday, 20 May 2026 | webinar
In this webinar, we are celebrating A/Prof Elisabeth Murphy's remarkable career as she talks about the First 2000 Days Framework, a new ABC: antenatal care, brain development and childhood experience.
She will be joined by Professors Sharon Goldfeld and Sue Woolfenden to discuss the importance of the early years and why we need to continue to invest for the best health outcomes for children and families.
April 2026
23 - 25
ACAH26 Conference: Building Brighter Futures
Thursday - Saturday, 23-25 April 2026 | conference
Our 5th Annual ACAH Conference, “Building Brighter Futures,” was hosted in Darwin on Larrakia Country 23-25 April 2026. The program explored child and adolescent health across Australia and beyond, with sessions on First Nations health, youth justice, mental health, advocacy, and environmental health, alongside inspiring speakers, research leaders, and opportunities to connect with passionate colleagues.
March 2026
5
Children and community safety: Can we move beyond criminalisation?
Thursday, 5 March 2026 | webinar
Despite evidence pointing to harm caused by criminalisation of children we are making it easier to prosecute them. Why are we going backwards? Can we do better? Join us online to unpack these questions.
Recording available soon.
February 2026
25
Even paediatricians make mistakes: Improving child health by avoiding error traps.
Wednesday, 25 February 2026 | webinar
Providing quality and safe health care is providing the right care, in the right place at the right time is particularly important for children. International exerts in paediatrics and child health will address quality and safety in paediatric healthcare.
November 2025
19
Do children gamble? They do. Why do they do it?
Wednesday, 19 November 2025 | webinar
Youth gambling is a rising public health issue driven by advertising, accessibility and weak regulation. Hear from Dr Monique Ryan MP as she unpacks the evidence, explore policy challenges, and discuss practical strategies to protect young people from gambling harm.
October 2025
28
Fake News: paracetamol, vaccinations and Autism- how clinicians can combat misinformation
Tuesday, 28 October 2025 | 7 - 8 pm AEDT | webinar
Misinformation / data misinterpretation has always been a problem in healthcare. Hear from experts about the facts and how to be an effective health advocate.
September 2025
25
Making a Difference to Children's Health: Participatory Approaches in Childhood Onset Disability Research
Thursday, 25 September 2025 | 6-7pm AEST | webinar
Learn how the CanChild Centre at McMaster University partners with families and children with disabilities in research. This session explores evolving collaboration from informal engagement to full co-investigation, including recruitment, analysis, and sharing findings at scientific meetings.
July 2025
17
ACAH Primary Care Workshop 2025 - A Paediatric Update
Thursday, 17 July 2025 | webinar
ACAH’s Paediatric Advocacy Webinar Series explores child health advocacy for anyone interested. Topics include climate change, refugee child health, and Paediatric Advocacy 101. Hear from experts and lived experiences, and learn practical strategies to advocate for children’s health and wellbeing.
August 2024
6
ACAH Webinar Series 2024: Paediatrics Advocacy
Tuesday, 6 August 2024 | webinar
Join ACAH’s Paediatric Workshop for primary care clinicians passionate about child health. This virtual session covers challenging paediatric topics, from rashes and respiratory infections to adolescent medicine and travel health, featuring leading specialists and a live Q&A on real-world primary care challenges.
October 2023
19-21
ACAH23 Melbourne: A Voice For Children
Thursday - Saturday, 19-21 October 2023 | conference
The 4th Annual ACAH Conference was held in Melbourne from 19-21 October 2023, with the theme “A Voice for Children.” Clinicians and health professionals explored Global and Refugee Health, Mental Health, and Rural and Remote Child Health, sharing stories, patient experiences, and fostering connections across disciplines.
April 2023
26
ACAH Primary Care Workshop 2023: Demystifying Developmental Paediatrics
Wednesday, 26 April 2023 | webinar
Join ACAH’s Primary Care Workshop for primary care clinicians, focusing on challenging child health topics. Panels cover developmental delays, insights into ASD and ADHD, and navigating the NDIS. Refresh knowledge, connect with peers, and learn from leading specialists, parents, and advocates in a collaborative, practical learning environment.
April 2022
7-9
ACAH22 Sydney: Gamechangers in Child and Adolescent Health
Thursday - Saturday, 7-9 April 2022 | conference
ACAH2022: Game Changers in Child and Adolescent Health brings together doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, trainees, and students for an educational three days in Sydney. Explore priority topics including First Nations Health, obesity solutions, adolescent trans healthcare, advocacy, and climate change, with expert speakers, workshops, and practical insights for daily practice.
October 2021
27
ACAH Primary Care Webinar Series 2021
Wednesday, 27 October 2021 | webinar
The ACAH Primary Care Webinar Series 2021 explores challenging child health topics across infancy, childhood, and adolescence. Designed for primary care clinicians, it refreshes knowledge, fosters professional networks, and addresses complex, long-term issues often co-managed while awaiting public paediatric care.
October 2019
17-19
ACAH19 Adelaide
Thursday - Saturday, 17-19 October 2019 | conference
The Academy of Child & Adolescent Health (ACAH) 2019 Annual Conference in Adelaide explored critical child health topics, featuring expert panels, research presentations, and discussions on ethics, equity, and innovative paediatric care.
October 2018
18-20
ACAH18 Melbourne
Thursday - Saturday, 18-20 October 2018 | conference
ACAH2018 marked the official launch of our program, uniting professionals, experts, and community members in child and adolescent health. This milestone event sparked meaningful conversations, fostered new networks, and set the stage for ongoing innovation, collaboration, and excellence in supporting the wellbeing of infants, children, and adolescents.
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