6th Annual AIIP Conference
- 19-20 February 2027
- Gold Coast
The Australian Institute for Intergenerational Practice (AIIP) Annual Conference 2027, themed “Making Waves Together – Turning Actions into Connections,” will bring together professionals, researchers, policymakers, educators, and community leaders committed to strengthening intergenerational collaboration and social wellbeing. Scheduled for 19–20 February 2027 at Griffith University’s Gold Coast Campus, the conference will focus on the transformative impact of intergenerational practice through evidence-based programs, shared learning, and real-world community outcomes.
The event will feature presentations from practitioners and researchers exploring innovative intergenerational initiatives across aged care, education, youth work, local government, and community services. Sessions will highlight practical experiences, research insights, and implementation strategies that foster empathy, reduce isolation, and create stronger age-inclusive communities.
A key focus of the conference will be exploring how intergenerational approaches can address broader social challenges by encouraging cooperation, understanding, and meaningful relationships across generations. Discussions and presentations will showcase evidence-based practices, community engagement initiatives, and workforce solutions designed to improve wellbeing and resilience within communities.
The conference also provides a unique platform for networking, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing among professionals passionate about building connected communities. Attendees will have opportunities to exchange ideas, learn from leading experts, and celebrate the positive impact of intergenerational connections across Australia and beyond.
Call for Abstracts - 2027 AIIP Annual Conference
Call for abstracts are NOW OPEN and close 21 September 2026.
The AIIP 6th Annual Conference on Intergenerational Practice invites scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and community leaders to submit research papers, case studies, and stories from the field under the theme Making Waves Together – Turning Actions into Connections.
Key Dates
- Call for abstracts opens – OPEN NOW!
- Call for abstracts closes – 21 September 2026
- Acceptance of abstracts and posters 15-22 October 2026
- Registrations open – 1 October 2026
- Very early bird – till December 24th
- Early Bird – Dec 25th till January 21st
Cost:
| very early (till 24/12) | early bird (25/12 till 21/1) | after 21 January | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conference fee (member) | $370.00 | $400.00 | $450.00 |
| Conferences fees (Non-member) | $470.00 | $550.00 | $600.00 |
| Conference fee (concession-member) | $195.00 | $220.00 | $250.00 |
| Conference fee (concession-non member) | $320.00 | $350.00 | $400.00 |
| Day rate | $195.00 | $220.00 | $250.00 |
| Speakers | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 |
AIIP Awards Sponsor
Advertisement/Promotion
- Opportunity to send three (3) x push alert notification via AIIP social media (sponsor to provide approximately 15 – 20 words, image and text).
- 300-words company overview or product profile in the awards materials pre in the lead up, during and post-event.
- One (1) x virtual flyer – PDF A4 document included as part of the final delegate email (to be supplied by sponsor). No more than 3 MB.
- One (1) x advertisement banner (600px x 200px) (to be supplied by sponsor) with link in the EDM sent to the AIIP mailing list
- Four (4) x sponsor FOC registrations – includes catering, sessions
Branding and acknowledgement
- Logo acknowledgement as Sponsor on conference signage, conference home page, sponsors page of the website (hyperlinked), and conference EDM newsletters, social media.
- Logo on title slides in the plenary room.
- Acknowledgement by Chair address
AIIP Refreshments Sponsors
Advertisement/Promotion
- Opportunity to send three (3) x push alert notification via AIIP social media (sponsor to provide approximately 15 – 20 words, image and text).
- 300-words company overview or product profile in the awards materials pre in the lead up, during and post-event.
- One (1) x virtual flyer – PDF A4 document included as part of the final delegate email (to be supplied by sponsor). No more than 3 MB.
- One (1) x advertisement banner (600px x 200px) (to be supplied by sponsor) with link in the EDM sent to the AIIP mailing list
- TWO (2) x sponsor FOC registrations – includes catering, sessions
Branding and acknowledgement
- Logo acknowledgement as Sponsor on conference signage, conference home page, sponsors page of the website (hyperlinked), and conference EDM newsletters, social media.
- Logo on title slides in the plenary room.
- Acknowledgement by Chair address