Upcoming events
Research ethics is constantly evolving. This page highlights upcoming conferences, workshops, webinars and professional development opportunities that may be of interest to researchers, ethics committee members and organisations across Aotearoa.
Some events are hosted by The Collective, while others are organised by trusted sector partners. We encourage ongoing learning, collaboration and the sharing of good practice throughout the research ethics community.
7th National / 1st Australasian HREC Conference
16–19 November 2026 | Online | Free
The National HREC Conference is the leading professional forum for human research ethics across Australasia, bringing together ethics committee members, researchers, coordinators and sector leaders from Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand and Singapore. Through keynote presentations, workshops and panel discussions, the conference explores emerging issues in research ethics, promotes best practice and strengthens collaboration across the region. The Collective is proud to contribute as a member of the organising committee.
Australasian Association of Bioethics and Health Law (AABHL) Annual Conference
29 November - 3 December 2026 | Perth, Australia
The Australasian Association of Bioethics and Health Law (AABHL) Annual Conference brings together researchers, clinicians, ethicists, lawyers, policymakers and health professionals to explore contemporary issues in bioethics, health law and research ethics. As the leading interdisciplinary conference in the region, it provides a forum for presenting new research, sharing diverse perspectives and fostering collaboration across Australasia. The Collective is proud to have presented at the conference in 2025.
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