About
The 2026 Australian Elder Abuse Conference is a national gathering of people who care deeply about creating a safer, more just future for older Australians. It’s a space where bold conversations are welcomed, living experiences are honoured and collaborative solutions are forged.
This conference provides the platform for many voices to be heard. Together, we’ll challenge harmful norms, explore new ideas, and push for real, lasting change.
Over three dynamic days, delegates will connect across sectors, share knowledge and confront the complex realities of abuse and ageism. From powerful stories to innovative responses, our agenda is shaped by those at the forefront doing the work, and those with lived and living experience.
This is a call to action. To listen. To stand up. To speak out.
Not just for today, but for the generations to come.
"Our conferences are unique spaces for truth telling, connection and bold thinking. I am honoured to stand alongside advocates, professionals and those with lived and living experience who are driving this movement forward. This is where change begins. Join us to stand up and speak out."
Sue Leitch, EAAA Co-Chair
This conference is more than an event - it’s a national call to conscience. It brings together the voices, ideas and leadership needed to confront elder abuse and find solutions to end it. I’m proud to support this gathering and invite you to join us – your presence and partnership matter.
Diedre Timms, EAAA Co-Chair
“This conference will demand a reckoning with the structures, silences and systems that allow abuse of older people to continue — in families and across society.”
Cybele Koning, Caxton Community Legal Centre CEO
“Making elder abuse a thing of the past cannot come soon enough. But it needs the power of our collective minds, leadership and collaboration to find solutions to end it. This conference will harness that power. I’ll see you there.”
Geoff Rowe, ADA Australia CEO
"I am honoured to support the 2026 Australian Elder Abuse Conference an event that challenges us all to do better, to listen more deeply, and to act more boldly on behalf of older Australians."
Commissioner Robert Fitzgerald AM
As Patron of Elder Abuse Action Australia, I am proud to support this unique gathering of individuals and organisations working across community, aged care, legal, health, and government sectors.
The Hon Dr Kay Patterson AO
“It’s a real privilege to return as MC for this conference. Over the years I’ve witnessed the growing strength of our collective voice, and I’m inspired by the courage of those who stand up and speak out. I look forward to being part of the conversations and actions that will make a difference for older Australians.”
Philippa McDonald
Audience
The 2026 Australian Elder Abuse Conference will attract a diverse and highly engaged audience. While many will have a personal connection to elder abuse, others will be employed in the sector and work with people impacted by elder abuse.
Delegates will include:
building a saferfuture for all generations.
Join us to discuss, understand and learn about:
The conference will feature a mix of keynote presentations, storytelling sessions, sector updates and interactive workshops, with a strong focus on inclusion, accessibility and cross-sector collaboration.
