FAQs

General FAQs

When is the next Trans-Tasman Voluntary Assisted Dying Conference?
The next conference will be held on Monday 19 & Tuesday 20 October 2026. 

Where will VADCON26 be held?
The conference will be held in Melbourne, Australia. More details will be provided closer to the date.   

Who can attend the conference?
The conference is open to anyone aged 18+.

When will tickets go on sale?
Tickets will go on sale from early 2026. Register your interest to be notified when tickets are available. 

When will the full program be released?
More details will be provided closer to the date.

Does this conference qualify for CPD?
Yes. Contact your professional body for more information.

For all other enquiries, please contact [email protected]

Abstracts FAQs

I want to present at the conference but haven't completed any research
That's OK. We encourage you to pitch your idea anyway as there will be other opportunities for presentations during the two day conference.

What if my work doesn't fall into the theme 'From margins to mainstream'?
That's OK too. We have kept the Call for Abstracts intentionally open to encourage people with diverse fields of expertise and ideas to submit. While we have selected broad themes, we're open to suggestions if compelling.

When will I find out if I have secured a speaking slot?
Submissions close on 13 March 2026. Your submissions will be reviewed over the following weeks and we will be in touch with you if you are successful.

If I am accepted to present, do I still need to buy a ticket?
Yes, conference registration is a condition of accepting the offer to present at VADCON26. All presenters must register and pay by 31 August 2026 to obtain the discounted Presenter rate.

For more information, please see the Abstract Terms & Conditions here.