Australia’s Only Social Prescribing Conference
Social prescribing can address major risk factors for poor health by linking individuals to non-medical services and resources within their community.
This year’s conference will explore how social prescribing can improve Australians’ health and wellbeing through Arts and Culture, Nature, and Communities.
Conference highlights include:
- Keynote Speakers and Panel Discussions
Listen to international and national experts in social prescribing implementation; social prescribing research and impact assessment; integrated care; health and social care policy making; and place-based service innovation. - Networking Opportunities
Engage with peers, leaders, and innovators across different sectors.
Making New Connections
Our goal for conference attendees is to foster relationships across multi-disciplinary, geographic, and cultural boundaries to create initiatives that impact policy and practice.
Join us at ASPIRE's conference to learn more from experts and thought leaders about innovative strategies and successful implementations of social prescribing.
Together, let’s consider how to transform the health and wellbeing of fellow Australians through social prescribing services that integrate arts and culture, nature, and communities.
Social Prescribing Conference Sponsorship Now Available
Sponsoring or Exhibiting at Australia’s only Social Prescribing Conference offers a unique opportunity to:
- showcase your leadership in the field of social prescribing
- demonstrate your commitment to health and well-being
- align with ASPIRE’s mission to improve Australian’s quality of life through social prescribing.
Benefits of Sponsorship
Please download the EACH24 Sponsorship Prospectus outlining various packages and
offering:
- from up to 5 complimentary conference tickets, depending on exhibitor or sponsorship level
- strategic positioning alongside key industry leaders
- branding opportunities across multiple channels.
If you have further questions about sponsorship, please contact us at secretariat@sp.edu.au
Lisa has been instrumental in driving organisational growth and enhancing support for carers in the ACT. With 20+ years experience in mental health and youth services roles at Lifeline, Headspace, etc, Lisa has profoundly influenced the community sector.
Dr. Christina Aggar is Associate Professor Nursing at Southern Cross University and Conjoint Research Academic at Northern NSW Local Health District. She conducts interdisciplinary research to improve health service delivery and workforce development.
Jane has worked in the health care sector for 20 years with roles that span practice management, program management, pharmaceutical sales and management and leadership.
Thomas Astell-Burt is the Professor of Cities and Planetary Health at the University of Sydney’s School of Architecture, Design and Planning. He is also an Australian Research Council Future Fellow.
Dr JR Baker is an experienced executive with 20 years’ experience strategically leading health organisations to achieve cutting-edge service delivery.
In 2022, A/Prof Tully Barnett published with Alex Cothren and Joanne Arciuli a report Telling the Story of Arts and Health in South Australia for which the research team conducted 47 interviews with stakeholders in the field of arts and health.
Australian Research Council Future Fellow at the Creative Arts Research Institute and QLD Conservatorium, Griffith University, Brydie-Leigh is a dynamic research leader, award-winning educator, respected community collaborator, and arts sector advocate.
Prof Boydell is an internationally recognised leader in qualitative inquiry and arts-based knowledge translation in mental health and social care ...
Rob served as CAS President from 2010-2022. Involved in the Australian sporting scene for over 35 years having been one of the early graduates of the Canberra University Bachelor of Sports Administration with a subsequent MBA at Southern Cross University.
Meagan is a dedicated public health professional with a wealth of experience in prevention and health promotion frameworks. Meagan has spent over a decade in the field of community health, championing innovative programs and services.
Prof Robyn Clark is a senior clinician and mid-career researcher; she holds qualifications as a Registered Nurse, Registered Midwife and Critical Care Nurse, a Master’s in Education and a PhD.
Anita Connell is a Music Therapist and a PhD candidate at Western Sydney University. She is also the founder and director of Tuned In Music Therapy.
In her position, Dr Christen Cornell conducts and facilitates research to support the Australian arts sector, to advocate for the value of arts and culture and to advise the Australian government on arts and cultural policy ...
In her state-wide role, Anthea leads the development of a broad range partnerships and inclusive programs that support the community to access parks for health and wellbeing benefits.
Executive leader in the healthcare industry with more than 25 years’ experience as a CEO, chair, board director and key executive, driven by a strong commitment to improving health outcomes for all Australians.
Genevieve Dingle is a Professor in Clinical Psychology. Her research areas include mental health, music, loneliness, and social connection. She has developed programs to enhance mental health and well-being for diverse populations.
Professor of Urban Health and Environment in UNSW’s Faculty of Medicine and Health and an Honorary Professorial Fellow at the George Institute for Global Health, Australia. Prof Feng is the co-creator of the Lonelygenic Environments Conceptual Model
Hannah has key interests in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, child and youth mental health, creative arts, animal assisted therapies, paediatrics, health promotion and prevention, research and academics.
In her role, Jess Franks spearheads organisational co-design initiatives, leading the implementation of the Lived Experience Framework and Social Connection/Prescribing programs. Jess is committed to bridging gaps in access and care provision.
Dr. Rosanne Freak-Poli is a life-course epidemiologist. Her work is strongly driven by social justice, being the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.
Examining models and digital solutions for social prescribing implementation and evaluation. With 4-year postdoctorate experience in Gerontology, Dr. Gan is a recognized leader in Community-Engaged Research Methods.
Danielle Gullotta has been leading the growth and development of the AGNSW’s range of inclusive Access programs since 2008. She is an advocate for the positive benefits of engagement in the arts, for the education, health, ageing and disability sectors.
CEO of CMHA, the coalition of peak community mental health organisations from States and Territories. Forty plus year's experience in the community sector. Development and oversight of the Assisting Communities through Direct Connection project.
Striving to make a meaningful contribution to the world through encouraging a philanthropy that is big-hearted, clear-headed and joyful. President, Drogmi Buddhist Institute. Advisory Board Member, Contemplative Studies Centre.
Dr Islam taught and coordinated a large subject named Social Determinants of Health at La Trobe University. Currently, he teaches Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Systematic Review and Evaluation of Healthcare Research.
With a profound dedication to public health and community well-being, Kritika Jain serves as a Health Promotion Officer at HealthWISE.
Dr Janamian is the Group Chief Executive at the Australian General Practice Accreditation Ltd (AGPAL) Group of Companies, and is also an adjunct Associate Professor contributing to health services research and healthcare improvement.
She is currently the Deputy Chair of the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare Primary Care Advisory Group, Member of the Expert Advisory Panel advising government on reform to after hours and incentive funding to general practice.
Our world needs fresh ideas to repair our fragile places. Seth seeks those solutions as one of the world's leading experts on fragile states, societies, communities, and neighborhoods.
Yair Kellner brings many years of experience working with a diverse range of people both in Australia and internationally, at government and corporate levels, as well as for NFP organisations.
Ash is a registered psychologist, a doctoral candidate at the University of Sydney, and the Mental Health & Wellbeing Content and Programs Lead at Support Act.
Jenny Kirschner brings over two decades of experience in healthcare & pharmacy. Jenny is the founder of PALS (Pharmacy Addressing Loneliness and Social-isolation) and is in the leadership team for the International Social Prescribing Pharmacy Association
Astrid oversees Social Prescription and Outreach programs aiming to link hardly reached communities with services and supports. Astrid has experience developing programs and leading teams in the psychosocial support sector.
After 10 years as an Occupational Therapist, working across community mental health, aged care and disability, Lisa was drawn to local politics, managing change and exploring ‘up-stream’ solutions to big social, economic and environmental problems ...
Karine completed her PhD in 2020 for which she was awarded the Peter Bancroft Prize. She holds a NHMRC Investigator Award and is an Emerging Leaders Fellow of the Women's Health Research, Translation and Impact Network.
Caitlin is a qualified social worker and community development practitioner, and co-founder of MakeShift, a creative and social prescribing agency.
Robin is CEO of Better Sydney, a Director at the UN Global Compact Network Australia, and Project Manager in the Modern Slavery Working Group at the Property Council of Australia
Evonne Miller is Professor of Design Psychology at Queensland University of Technology and Director of the QUT Design Lab, where we reimagine and redesign the future.
Professor Mark Morgan trained in general practice in the UK. He has worked both in rural and urban Australia as a GP, educator and researcher.
Steve Morris is currently CEO of PSA. Previous roles include CEO Arthritis SA and CEO NPS Medicinewise. He has a keen interest in medicines safety, health literacy and workforce strategies which enhance the impact of pharmacists on patient outcomes.
Caitlin is a PhD Candidate in Health Quality at Queen's University. Her doctoral work is focused on social prescribing. Caitlin is also a Co-Founder and Co-Lead of the Canadian Social Prescribing Student Collective.
Dr. Kate Mulligan is an Assistant Professor in Social and Behavioural Health Sciences in the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. She is a globally recognized expert in community approaches to health and wellbeing.
Simon’s research interests span psychology, health and wellbeing, and social prescribing, with a particular focus on the psycho-physiological benefits of nature-based interventions.
NSW Agency for Clinical Innovation (NSW ACI) is the place where I apply my passion and skills for co-designing and implementing service improvement initiatives in the health sector. A Patient Partner with over 17 years of experience ...
Currently working as a Senior Research Fellow at Bolton Clarke Research Institute and leading a project to codesign, implement and evaluate a whole of community social connection program for older people: Connect Local.
Diana is the longstanding Chair of WentWest – Western Sydney Primary Health Network (WSPHN), with background in general practice, medical education, strategic planning, policy development and health system redesign.
Dr Candice Oster is senior research fellow in the Caring Futures Institute and Flinders University. Her research explores models of social prescribing.
Representing 1,0000 community centres nationally, Keir has previously worked in community health and mental health, and holds a Ba (Hons) in Philosophy and a Masters in Business from Melbourne University.
Phil Pettitt has over 20 years’ experience as a horticulturalist and is passionate about community outreach and development.
Graduate of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at Monash University and Master of Public Health at The University of Melbourne. I have a strong interest in mental ill health prevention and wellbeing promotion.
I practice personalised and holistic medicine, where I treat each patient as a unique individual with their own needs, goals, and preferences. I lead and support initiatives that aim to transform primary care through innovation, quality and education.
Serena is a digital marketing specialist with a focus on website and digital product development. Serena has spent the last ten years working for organisations with purpose, from socially conscious start-ups through to the mental health sector.
Award-winning broadcast journalist, an Adjunct Associate Professor, a TEDx speaker and author of 3 books. In 2023, Sophie was honoured with the Order of Australia for services to the broadcast media and health.
Manager for LGBTQ+ Health Equity at ACON, she has worked alongside many fierce community leaders and advocates for the past 10 years to improve the health and wellbeing for all people in the LGBTQ+ community across NSW.
National Chair RACGP, Social Prescribing Special Interests Group. Clinical Director Projects, KnG Healthcare currently running a Social Prescribing project TLC@SPLASH. General Practitioner & Past Asst Professor General Practice, Bond University.
Cindy has led the AASW since 2016 to deliver the Strategic Plan with a clear focus on promoting and advocating for the profession and members; providing a strong voice for social justice ...
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Centre for Healthcare Resilience and Implementation Science at the Australian Institute of Health Innovation, Macquarie University.
Vicky is a Health Promotion Practitioner from England. She has worked in the field of social prescribing and health coaching for the last ten years in primary care, community, and prison settings.
Investigating loneliness and social isolation in older people and the role of primary care in addressing this issue. Prior to this, Cristina spent several years in the health system as a clinician and senior manager, in rural and metropolitan health.
Stephanie Tierney is an Associate Professor at the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford.
Cathie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the areas of legal, policy, education campaigns and management, from her roles throughout her career in state and federal government agencies and the higher education sector ...
Leanne is a Director at the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care, Specialist Adviser and former Chief Executive Officer of the Consumers Health Forum of Australia, the nation's preeminent peak body for health care consumers.
Ms. Anne Williams, HealthWISE Integrated Care Manager, has 35 years of experience in Speech Pathology and Project Management. She oversees Mental Health, Allied Health, Primary Care Nursing, GP After Hours, Dementia support, and Outreach Services.
A highly accomplished Clinical Psychologist with a rich background in Nursing and Teaching.
An early-career chronic disease implementation scientist with over seven years of experience in public health, implementation science, and chronic disease management with indigenous and underserved communities.
Alexandra is a service design researcher and practitioner, with a specific focus on designing for wellbeing in long-term service settings like aged care, higher education and healthcare.
Yvonne leads the Health System Sustainability Stream at the Centre for Health Resilience and Implementation Science (CHRIS) at the Australian Institute of Health Innovation, Macquarie University.
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Harmonie Health is dedicated to addressing social isolation and loneliness through innovative digital health solutions designed to foster connections and enhance overall wellbeing for older people.
CFEP Surveys is a trusted Australian healthcare survey provider, specialising in developing validated survey products supporting healthcare professionals to deliver better care and improved outcomes.
Dossy bridges the gap between technology and isolation, creating meaningful connections between older adults, their loved ones, and a vibrant community of volunteers matched by shared interests.
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