Other Upcoming Events

4th ICPCN International Conference: Early Bird Deadline Extended to 12th September, 2025

You now have more time to secure your spot at the 4th International Conference of the International Children’s Palliative Care Network (ICPCN) in Manila with early bird registration! The early bird registration deadline has been extended to 12th September, 2025. The conference will be held between 12th and 15th November 2025, in Manila, Philippines.

This special edition of the conference will also mark 20 years of ICPCN’s global advocacy for children’s palliative care. The organisers warmly invite the global palliative care community to be part of this milestone event.

For details and registration, please follow this link: https://icpcnconference.org.

Don’t Miss APHN’s Next Webinar on Palliative Assessment Instruments – 16th September, 2025

Registrations are now open for the webinar on “Palliative Care Assessment Instruments”, organised by the Asia Pacific Hospice Network (APHN). This is the fourth webinar in the 2025 series and will be held on Tuesday, 16th September, 2025, from 3:00–4:00 p.m. SGT (12:30–1:30 p.m.IST), online via the Zoom platform.

The webinar will feature distinguished presenters: Prof. Irene Higginson and Dr. Mevhibe B. Hocaoglu from the Cicely Saunders Institute, King’s College London, UK.

Register now to secure your spot: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ISXoPWBnQCCcaIAqCekFvQ.

Register Now for ICPCN’s Webinar: The Role of Integrative Medicine in Children’s Palliative Care, 18th September, 2025

The International Children’s Palliative Care Network (ICPCN) invites you to join an engaging webinar on “The Role of Integrative Medicine in Children’s Palliative Care.” This webinar will be held on Thursday, 18th September,  2025, between 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. (UK time) / 5:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. (IST).

Dr. Roberto Campos (Chile) and Linda-Anne O’Flaherty (South Africa) are the speakers.

For registration and further details, please click here.

Register Now for Scientific Scholar Editorial Workshop (Online), 20th September, 2025

The Scientific Scholar Editorial Workshop, themed “Editorial Integrity and Innovation: Navigating Medical Publishing in the Indian Context,” is scheduled to be held on Saturday, 20th September 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Hybrid workshop is also offered online via zoom. Registrations are now open for online participants.

The organisers share: “The workshop will bring together experts to discuss key issues in medical publishing, with a focus on editorial integrity and innovative practices in the Indian context. This initiative aims to provide valuable insights and foster dialogue among professionals committed to strengthening editorial standards in medical publishing.”

Participation is open on a first-come, first-served basis, and seats are limited. Registered participants will receive the Zoom link to join the event virtually ahead of the scheduled date.

Please click here for registration.

For further details please visit the website of The Scientific Scholar.

ASCO’s International Development and Education Award (IDEA): Apply Now! Deadline 30th September 2025

The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) invites applications for the International Development and Education Award (IDEA).  Application deadline is 30th September, 2025.

This award supports early-career oncologists from low- and middle-income countries by offering:

  • A visit to a leading cancer center in the U.S. or Canada
  • Mentorship and networking opportunities with global oncology leaders
  • Complimentary three-year ASCO membership
  • Attendance at the ASCO Annual Meeting to learn the latest advances in oncology

Applicants must submit a personal statement, letter of recommendation, and CV.

For more information, please visit: asco.org/idea.

Free streaming access to Orchestra concert for APHN Organisational Members, 6th – 19th October, 2025

From Monday, 6th October to Sunday, 19th October 2025, palliative care wards in institutions that are organisational members of the Asia Pacific Hospice Network (APHN), are invited to enjoy free streaming access to the orchestra concert “Invitation to Outer Space”, organised by the NPO Friendship Bridge Classical Music and Arts Society.

This unique initiative is designed especially for patients in palliative care wards who may be unable to return home or step outside, bringing the joy of music right into hospital wards.

Format & Access

  • Streaming available for 2 weeks, with unlimited viewing during the access period
  • Viewing restricted to in-hospital use under staff supervision (wards or lounges only; not permitted in outpatient waiting areas or on personal devices)

How to Participate

If your organisation would like to participate, please contact:

  • Kyoko Mimura (Ms), President, email: mimura@u-kakehashi.or.jp
  • Akira Arai (Mr), Vice-President, email: arai@u-kakehashi.or.jp

Access details will be provided directly by the Hayabusa Symphony Orchestra Running Committee (comprising university students and young medical professionals.

For details: https://aphn.org/free-streaming-for-palliative-care-wards-invitation-to-outer-space-orchestra-concert/.

Abstract Submission Now Open for the 20th World Congress of the European Association of Palliative Care – Deadline: 31st October, 2025

The European Association of Palliative Care (EAPC) is pleased to announce the official opening of abstract submissions for the 20th World Congress of EAPC, to be held in Prague, Czech Republic, between 14th and 16th May, 2026.

“Whether you’re a researcher, clinician, or advocate, this is your chance to share your insights, innovations, and experiences with the global palliative care community,” says EAPC, in its abstract submission announcement.

Submission details:

Don’t miss this opportunity—submit your abstract before 31st October, 2025. Please note that, as in previous years, there will be no extension to this deadline.

The EAPC World Congress attracts attendees from across the globe annually, with over 2,000 participants expected in 2026. “The EAPC Congress is a global forum for interdisciplinary education, research, and professional exchange. A broad range of professionals attend our congresses,” the organisers add.