He Karanga ki a Tātou Katoa | A Call to Our People
Tēnā koutou e ngā iwi, e ngā mana whenua, e ngā whānau huri noa i te ao.
We warmly invite you to stand with us and join us at the World Indigenous Suicide Prevention Conference 2026, to be held in Hamilton, New Zealand, from 4–6 November 2026.
Our Call for Abstracts has now closed, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who submitted their kaupapa, mātauranga, and mahi aroha. We look forward to bringing together Indigenous leaders, practitioners, researchers, whānau, and communities to share knowledge, inspire action, and strengthen our collective efforts in suicide prevention.
Tiakina te oranga, tiakina te wairua.
Together, we can lift each other, strengthen whānau, and protect the sacredness of life.
ABSTRACT THEME
Waiora Waikato - Healing Waters
He manawa aa whenua, e kore e mimiti
A spring of wellness that comes from deep within the earth, that will never dry up.
Key Dates
Please review the important conference deadlines outlined below. These dates are provided to assist presenters and attendees in planning their submissions and participation.
- Presenter Notifications – underway now
- Presenter Registration Deadline – 24 August 2026
- Provisional Programme Launch – coming soon
- Conference Dates - 4 - 6 November 2026
Please note that all abstract and program dates are subject to change.
Presenter Next Steps FAQ
Do I need to pay for my registration if my submission is successful?
Yes, you will need to pay for your registration and apply well in advance for your visa application.
Do I receive a discount on my registration for being a presenter?
No
How long should my presentation be?
The below presentation formats are subject to change pending final programme development
- Short Oral: 7 min presentation + 3 min Q&A (10 min total)
- Oral: 20 min presentation + 10 min Q&A (30 min total)
- Youth: 15 min presentation + 5 min Q&A (ages 18 – 25) (20 min total)
- Elder: 15 min presentation + 15 min Q&A (30 min total)
- Workshop: 45 min inclusive of Q&A and discussion
All details will be communicated to accepted authors from 20 July 2026
If my visa application has been declined, can I get a full refund?
It will depend on the time of cancellation; the registration cancellation policy will apply. Please read our terms and conditions on the registration page.
Who should I contact with questions related to presenting?
Please email our Congress Organisers at wispc2026@arinexgroup.com.