Abstract Requirements
 

• A maximum of three (3) abstracts may be submitted per presenting author.

• All abstracts must be in original work and submitted in English and have a 300-word maximum.

• ​We welcome submission of abstracts for presentations relevant to one or more of the Conference sub-themes. 

• Abstracts submitted for presentation will be published exactly as received and should be checked for spelling and grammar prior to submission.

• It is the submitting author’s responsibility to ensure that the abstract uploaded to the server is the correct version.

• If there is more than one presenter, all correspondence will be sent to the person whose name and email address is entered with the abstract.

• We encourage abstract submissions on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ health. For these abstracts, first priority will be given to abstracts presented by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, followed by abstracts co-presented with an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. Lower priority will be given to abstracts with no Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander authors. For these abstract submissions, up to an additional 300 words will be permitted to outline the Aboriginal Governance structures used to ensure that Indigenous data sovereignty principles were adhered to in the research or program development and that the processes were culturally appropriate.
   

​​​​Abstract Submissions

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We encourage submitters to think about the story they are telling, and how they will ensure the presentation is dynamic and engaging. Reforming policy is core strategy to support preventive health.  We encourage abstracts exploring stories of policy reform to improve preventive health outcomes and the settings that lead to them.​​

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All abstracts should be submitted electronically using the online form on this conference webpage.

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It is the submitting author’s responsibility to ensure the correct version of the abstract is uploaded. Abstracts submitted should be checked for spelling and grammar as they will be published exactly as received.

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All presenters must register to present at the conference and pay the conference registration fee.​

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Domains
 

1. Research: Intro, Methods, Results, Conclusion.

2. Policy/Practice: Problem, What you did, Results, Lessons.

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Sub-themes

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Abstracts are invited for the following topics and corresponding sub-themes in areas of public health:

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Building Sustainable Systems and Investment Models for Prevention
In recent years funding for prevention initiatives has been substantially reduced. Reliance on short-term funding cycles limits the scale and sustainability of prevention efforts. This sub-theme explores how prevention can be embedded into long-term public policy and funding frameworks—on par with other national priorities like climate action and education. We encourage abstracts that examine the long-term systems and frameworks that are needed, and how to embed and utilise strategies such as Tasmania’s 20-Year Preventive Health Strategy.

 

Economic, Social, and Environmental Value of Prevention

This sub-theme aims to showcase evidence and case studies on the value, return on investment (ROI), productivity gains, and cost-effectiveness of preventive health interventions. Crucially, it recognises that economic value must be assessed alongside equity—ensuring that prevention efforts reduce health disparities and deliver benefits across all communities, particularly those experiencing systemic disadvantage. It also acknowledges the broader social and environmental costs of inaction, including the burden on families, communities, and ecosystems. Abstracts are encouraged that highlight cross-sectoral efforts and investments in programs that can improve equitable population health, reduce service costs, and contribute to the long-term sustainability of both society and the environment.

Translating Evidence into Action: Implementing What Works

This sub-theme focuses on how research findings and proven best practices can be effectively implemented and scaled across systems. Abstracts are encouraged that demonstrate how pathways and partnerships from research to policy and practice can be strengthened, ensuring that prevention is not only studied but delivered in ways that are equitable, impactful, and sustainable.

Leveraging Technology for Personalised Prevention

This sub-theme aims to explore how AI and digital health tools can enhance the reach, efficiency, and personalisation of preventive health strategies. Abstracts are encouraged that explore how technology can help tailor interventions to individual and community needs, improve early detection, and support behaviour change at scale and how technology can contribute to the sustainability of prevention.

Navigating the Commercial Determinants of Health

This sub-theme examines how commercial forces—such as marketing, product availability, corporate lobbying, and industry partnerships—shape health outcomes. It invites reflection on the challenges of increased access and spread of health misinformation, often orchestrated by industry. It also encourages critical consideration of the strategies needed to align commercial interests with public health goals. Abstracts are encouraged that explore how commercial determinants can work against public health by promoting harmful products and behaviours, and how they can be harnessed to support prevention through responsible innovation, regulation, and collaboration.

Centring Prevention in People, Culture, and Connection

This sub-theme highlights the importance of trust, connection, and compelling public health messaging in moving hearts and minds—not just delivering evidence. It aims to emphasise the role of creativity, empathy, and community engagement in sustaining prevention efforts. Abstracts are encouraged that explore how listening deeply to communities and valuing diverse lived experiences have enhanced or been the foundation for the design and delivery of effective prevention approaches.

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Presentation Types (Face-to-face & Pre-recorded)

 

We are asking abstract submitters to express interest in your preferred presentation method. Please note, this cannot be guaranteed.

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Long Oral Presentations

Presenters have a total of 10 minutes to present. If time allows, Q&A will occur at the conclusion of all presentations. Abstract submitted must have clear learning objectives and outcomes. Please note, places are limited.

 

Rapid Fire Presentations

Presenters have a total of 6 minutes presentation time using up to 6 PowerPoint slides (including any title and reference slides). If time allows, Q&A will occur at the conclusion of all presentations. Please note, places are limited.
 

Conversation Starter Presentation 
Presenters have a total of 3 minutes presentation time using up to 4 PowerPoint slides (including any title and reference slides). If time allows, Q&A will occur at the conclusion of all presentations. 

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Workshops:

There will be a different process for workshops - Expression of Interest (EOI) - which opens on Monday 3 November 2025 and closes at 11:59pm (AEDT) on Wednesday 4 February 2026. Please visit this website to submit an Expression of Interest – Opening Monday 3 November 2025.

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​Please note, concurrent session presentations will only be available to view by face-to-face delegates at the venue.

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