This October, Noosa will welcome leaders from across Australia and the world as Country to Coast Queensland (CCQ) hosts the 2024 Advancing Equity Summit at Peppers Resort Noosa on Kabi Kabi Country.
From October 17-18 experts, policymakers, and community advocates will gather for two days of collaborative discussions on how to tackle inequity in health, education, housing, and more.
As part of the event, a special pre-event screening will take place on the evening of October 16, featuring the film In My Blood It Runs and a Q&A session with First Nations advocate and actor Dujuan Hoosan.
The summit will feature Dr Michael McAfee, president of PolicyLink in the US, as the keynote speaker, who will explore how equity can be embraced by all.
Professor Ingrid Burkett, Director at Griffith Centre for Systems Innovation, will lead thought-provoking discussions, and Dr Norman Swan, host of ABC Radio National’s Health Report and What’s That Rash?, will MC the event and facilitate key conversations.
Attendees will also be invited to experience an Augmented Reality Walk, designed to uncover hidden stories of inequity and bring to light the deep-seated systemic challenges that often go unnoticed.
Local healthcare professionals are strongly encouraged to attend, with CPD points available.
The summit is also relevant for community leaders, educators, policymakers, and others working to create fairer outcomes in their fields. This event provides a rare opportunity to connect closely with leaders driving national and global conversations on equity and learn practical strategies for making a difference locally.
Limited tickets are still available, and local attendees are urged to secure their spot before the event sells out.
Julie Sturgess, chief executive officer of Country to Coast Queensland, said: “We’re thrilled to bring this important summit to the Sunshine Coast. At CCQ, we see firsthand the impact of inequity on communities, and this summit provides a space for us to come together and start driving meaningful change. We encourage local health professionals, educators, and community leaders to join us in this critical conversation.”
With national and international guests, the 2024 Advancing Equity Summit is set to inspire and equip attendees to lead real change in their own communities.
Standard two-day tickets are $1500 and include the pre-event film screening, a full program of sessions on Thursday and Friday, including an on-Country experience, the interactive augmented reality walk, plus morning and afternoon teas, lunches, and a networking event with dinner and entertainment on Thursday evening.
For more information and to register, visit equitycolab.org
