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Indigenous Conference Services

ICS wishes to invite you and your team with interest in humanities and improving outcomes for First Nations people to our next conference.

To our conferences

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encompassing Aboriginal people, Torres Strait Islander people, and the Mob

the impossible is the next step for our journey

ICS stands as a fully Indigenous-owned enterprise, maintaining complete independence from government funding bodies

hosted by First Nations health professionals and Indigenous conference organizers

Upcoming Conferences

15 September 2025

Mon
15

September 15, 2025 - September 17, 2025

2025 National First Nations Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Conference

Gold Coast QLD

The 2025 National First Nations Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Conference is scheduled to be held on the Gold Coast in Queensland on the 15th - 17th September 2025 which aims to bring together mental health workers, AOD support workers, Head to Health Aboriginal & Torres Straits Islander mental health practitioners, emotional and social wellbeing workers from Indigenous and Non-Indigenous organisations throughout Australia and present unique opportunities for Mental Health workers to meet and discuss issues specifically centered on First Nations peoples' mental health and wellbeing. The increasing frequency and severity of mental health and wellbeing issues throughout Indigenous Communities has reached a crisis level through the length and breadth of this country. However, this is not news to Indigenous peoples. Communities have proclaimed the need for action to address the needs of many First Nations peoples. The increasing frequency and severity of mental health and wellbeing issues throughout Indigenous Communities has reached a crisis level through the length and breadth of this country. However, this is not news to Indigenous peoples. Communities have proclaimed the need for action to address the needs of many First Nations peoples.

17 September 2025

Wed
17

September 17, 2025 - September 19, 2025

2025 National Indigenous Stop Domestic Violence Conference

Gold Coast, OLD

The 2025 National Indigenous Stop Domestic Violence Conference is scheduled on September 17-19,2025 on the Gold Coast Queensland which aims to amplify the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in our collective fight against any form of domestic, family and gender-based violence. The conference brings together survivors, advocates, community leaders, and policymakers to unite, share knowledge, and foster innovative approaches grounded in the wisdom of traditional Indigenous cultures and traditional practices. This year’s conference seeks to disrupt the pervasive and often silenced epidemic of domestic violence in Indigenous communities. By creating a platform that centers Indigenous perspectives, the event honours the strength, resilience, and creativity of those who have lived through these challenges. The conference offers a unique opportunity to examine the deep connections between social justice, land rights, and family violence, acknowledging that healing from domestic violence is intertwined with the reclamation of cultural identity and community strength. Through powerful workshops, presentations, and storytelling, delegates and speakers alike explore how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander traditions of kinship, community support, and ceremony can inform modern responses to domestic violence and promote healing in a way that respects cultural values. The 2025 National Indigenous Stop Domestic Violence Conference also highlights the critical role of Indigenous-led solutions and community-driven action in creating sustainable change. With a focus on cultural safety, trauma-informed care, and empowering local leaders, the event fosters a sense of unity and collective responsibility in tackling domestic violence. Elders, knowledge keepers, and advocates play a key role in guiding the conversations, offering traditional teachings on justice, healing, and protection. By grounding the conference in the knowledge of those who have experienced both the pain of violence and the power of community healing, it reaffirms the resilience of Indigenous peoples in the fight for a future free from violence—one where the next generations can grow in safety, love, and connection to their cultural heritage.

Wed
17

September 17, 2025 - September 19, 2025

2025 National Indigenous Juvenile Justice Conference

Gold Coast, OLD

The National Indigenous Juvenile Justice Conference aims to empower youth through cultural resilience, drawing on traditional knowledge and practices for healing and justice. It seeks to foster dialogue on reconciliation, advocate for systemic reform to address the overrepresentation of First Nations youth in the justice system, loss of cultural values, norms, dispossession, colonisation and the forced removal of Indigenous children from their families and communities were believed to be contributing factors of social and economic disadvantage of Indigenous peoples who come in contact with the criminal justice system. This year’s conference will explore trauma-informed, prevention-focused approaches to provide First Nations youth with the support and opportunities needed for positive futures.

01 December 2025

Mon
01

December 1, 2025 - December 3, 2025

2025 National First Nations Elder's Wellbeing Conference

Gold Coast QLD

The 2025 National First Nations Elders Wellbeing Conference is scheduled to be held in Gold Coast QLD on December 1 - 3, 2025. The 2025 National First Nations Elders Wellbeing Conference will be a transformative event, bringing together aged care professionals, service managers, and frontline workers to engage in crucial discussions about the landmark changes introduced by Australia’s new aged care reforms. This conference provides a vital platform to network, share insights, and collaborate on the implementation of these reforms, with a particular focus on My Aged Care's consumer-directed care model, the Support at Home program, and the single assessment service. These initiatives are designed to empower frail older individuals living in the community by offering greater choice, control, and independence over their care, allowing them to live safely and with dignity in their own homes.

Mon
01

December 1, 2025 - December 3, 2025

2025 National First Nations One People, One Voice Disability Care Conference

Gold Coast QLD

The 2025 National First Nations One People, One Voice Disability Care Conference is scheduled to take place on the Gold Coast in Queensland on December 1 - 3, 2025. This year's conference aims to unite First Nations communities, healthcare professionals, and NDIS service providers to discuss and develop strategies that enhance the well-being and care of First Nations peoples living with disabilities. Throughout the conference, participants will engage in culturally respectful dialogues, share traditional knowledge, and explore contemporary practices to address the unique challenges faced by First Nations peoples in the disability care sector. The event will feature a diverse range of speakers, including Elders, healthcare experts, and community leaders, all contributing their insights to foster a holistic approach to disability care. By bringing together a wide array of stakeholders, the conference seeks to empower First Nations communities, promote self-determination, and ensure that disability care services are both culturally appropriate and effective. This gathering represents a collective commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of First Nations individuals, reinforcing the principle of "One People, One Voice" in the pursuit of equitable and inclusive health and disability care services.

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