Australian Pharmacy Council 9th Interprofessional Colloquium™

The Australian Pharmacy Council’s 9th Interprofessional Colloquium™ is a premier event dedicated to advancing interprofessional education (IPE) in health professions. Scheduled for 5 May 2026 at Hotel Realm, Canberra, this one-day conference will bring together more than 200 delegates and feature 12+ speakers from diverse health disciplines. The Colloquium is designed to empower voices in health education, focusing on respectful and inclusive conversations that shape the future of collaborative practice.

The event emphasizes the importance of dialogue among educators, students, researchers, policy makers, and practitioners. Attendees will engage in interactive workshops, panel discussions, and networking sessions aimed at strengthening interprofessional collaboration. The program highlights professional development opportunities, emerging tools, and strategies to enhance team-based care delivery.

With interprofessional education at its core, the Colloquium fosters an environment where ideas take root through shared perspectives and collective expertise. Participants will explore challenges and solutions in curriculum development, intern training, and clinical practice education. The event also provides a platform for policy makers and supervisors to align educational strategies with workforce needs.

Beyond academic sessions, the Colloquium offers valuable networking opportunities, enabling attendees to connect with like-minded professionals committed to improving health outcomes through education. By attending, participants will gain insights into best practices, innovative approaches, and collaborative models that prepare future health professionals for inclusive, team-based care.

Ultimately, the IPE Colloquium™ is more than a conference—it is a movement to advance the capability of Australia’s health workforce through education, assessment, and interprofessional collaboration.