Events
Apr
Oceania Academy Listening and Sharing session: April 2026
From colonial policies to community well-being: exploring the organization of services for First Nations children, lessons from two Canadian provinces
Join us in our free listening and sharing session.
29th April 2026, 4:30pm – 5:30pm Australian Eastern Daylight Savings time
Topic information: This session will provide an overview of the legislative system in Canada as it relates to the organisation and funding of rehabilitation services for First Nations children. It will offer insights into how colonial policies continue to shape the organisation, delivery, and accessibility of services for First Nations families. The session will also highlight the importance of clinicians being informed about policies that affect the lives of the families they work with. Emphasis will be placed on how clinicians can best support families and contribute to the provision of culturally responsive and equitable care.
Speakers: Rosalie Dostie Pht., MSc., PhD Candidate,
Université de Sherbrooke, Canada
The session will be facilitated by: TBC
Date: 29 April - 29 April
Location: Zoom, Register for the link
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Oceania Academy Listening and Sharing session: May 2026
“Stem cell therapies for cerebral palsy: Facts, myths, and uncertainties
Join us in our free listening and sharing session.
27th May 2026, 4:30pm – 5:30pm Australian Eastern Daylight Savings time
Topic information: Stem cell therapies are of great interest to parents of children with cerebral palsy and healthcare professionals are increasingly being asked for advice on ‘What’, ‘Where’ and ‘How much’? This session will attempt to cover what we know about cell therapies for treating cerebral palsy, the uncertainties that remain, and what the field needs to progress towards safe and effective stem cell therapies.
Speakers: Dr Megan FInch-Edmondson
The session will be facilitated by: Sarah Reedman
Date: 27 May - 27 May
Location: Zoom, Register for the link
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General Movement Assessment ADVANCED Training Course – Perth, Western Australia
This 3.5-day course is for participants who are already engaged in applying Prechtl’s Method on the Qualitative Assessment of General Movements.
The Advanced Course will provide additional intensive training in correct judgement. This training will deal with the details of the assessment, the proper terminology and technique, as well as with the application of individual developmental trajectories.
PLEASE NOTE: Participants registering for the Advanced course must have previously completed the GMA Basic Training course. Contact us if you have any questions.
Date: 27 July - 30 July
Location: Perth Children's Hospital
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2028 Oceania Academy Conference March 14-18, 2028
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Date: 14 March - 18 March
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
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