14th Annual ASDP Conference

20 - 22 AUGUST 2026

PULLMAN MELBOURNE ALBERT PARK

Under the theme Development and Learning: Unlocking the Puzzles, the conference will explore the intersection between the clinic and the classroom, addressing contemporary issues in neurodevelopmental paediatrics and child wellbeing. Topics include learning disorders, intellectual disability, school refusal, trauma, pharmacotherapy, addiction medicine, and the role of clinicians in educational settings.

Pre-conference Special Interest Group meetings and workshops will be held on Wednesday 19 August 2026. A vibrant social program inspired by Melbourne’s renowned festival culture will complement the scientific program.

This is an in-person only event.

Conference Information

When

20–22 August 2026

The 14th Annual ASDP Conference will take place from Thursday, 20 to Saturday, 22 August 2026, with pre-conference Special Interest Group meetings and workshops held on Wednesday, 19 August 2026.

Where

Pullman Melbourne Albert Park

The conference will be held at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park, offering a central location close to the CBD and Albert Park Lake, with accommodation available onsite.

Schedule

Wednesday - Optional pre-conference SIG meetings

Thursday - Members-only Day & Welcome Reception

Friday - Full-day Conference & Networking Dinner

Saturday - Half-day Conference

Program

Guided by the theme Development and Learning: Unlocking the Puzzles, the program explores the intersection of clinical practice and education. Sessions address key areas in neurodevelopmental paediatrics, with a strong focus on practical application and clinical translation.

SIG Meetings

Special Interest Group meetings provide a forum for focused discussion, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with colleagues working in similar areas of practice. These sessions are held on the pre-conference day and are open to registered delegates.

Networking

Planned networking opportunities are woven throughout the conference, including scheduled breaks, social functions, and the Conference Dinner. These moments offer time to connect with peers, speakers, and colleagues in a relaxed and collegial environment.

Why attend

The ASDP Annual Conference offers a rare opportunity to step away from day-to-day clinical pressures and engage with colleagues who understand the complexity of developmental paediatrics. It is a space for thoughtful discussion, shared problem-solving, and respectful challenge.

The program brings together clinicians, educators, researchers, and those with lived experience to examine how best to support children and families across clinical and educational settings. Sessions are designed to be practical and reflective, with a focus on insights that can be translated into everyday practice.

Equally important is the tone of the meeting. The ASDP conference is known for its collegiality, generosity of knowledge, and willingness to engage across disciplines. Whether reconnecting with long-standing colleagues or meeting new peers, delegates consistently value the supportive, inclusive environment that encourages open conversation and learning.

Program coming soon

The ASDP Fourteenth Annual Conference will feature a carefully curated program of local and international speakers, including clinicians, researchers, educators, and contributors with lived experience.

Speaker announcements will be released progressively as the program is finalised.

Please check back soon for updates.

James Carter

CEO

FutureWealth Global

Dr. Elena Martínez

Economist

World Bank

Michael Thompson

FinTech Innovator

FinTech Labs

Professor Li Wei

Reform Specialist

Singapore University

Venue

Pullman Melbourne Albert Park

The conference will be held at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park, providing a comfortable and well-equipped setting for learning, discussion, and connection.

Address:

65 Queens Road, Albert Park, Melbourne VIC

The Pullman Melbourne Albert Park is centrally located with easy access to Melbourne’s CBD and is well serviced by public transport, making it convenient for both local and interstate delegates.



For more information contact:

Conference Secretariat

E annualmeeting@asdp.au