Congress of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nurses and Midwives

08/09/2026

CATSINaM proudly acknowledges the ongoing support of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).

Through our landmark Partnership Investment Agreement, Ahpra, NMBA and CATSINaM are working together to embed cultural safety within nursing and midwifery regulation, strengthen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership, and support reforms that improve health outcomes for our peoples. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to co-design, genuine collaboration and transforming systems to better serve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses, midwives, students and communities.

We thank Ahpra and NMBA for their continued partnership and support of the CATSINaM National Conference as we collectively work towards a culturally safe and equitable health system for all.

07/09/2026

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Based in Canberra and working within our Leadership & Advocacy Team, you'll help shape reforms, influence decision-makers, and contribute to building a stronger, more culturally safe health system.

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07/09/2026

01/09/2026

Having student nurses and midwives join us for our major events and network with their peers within the CATSINaM Community is such an important aspect of how we grow and retain the workforce, made all the more possible through the support of sponsors such as SA Health Nursing & Midwifery Office!🎓🎓

We thank you for your returning support and look forward to having the sponsored students join us at our Student Meet & Greet event before the National Conference properly kicks off.

We have a couple more sponsorship opportunities left so head over to the sponsorship page or contact us at [email protected] if you're interested.

🔗https://agentur.eventsair.com/catsinam-national-conference-2026/sponsors-exhibitors

25/08/2026

We are delighted to announce the appointment of the inaugural Professor of LINMEN, Distinguished Professor Karen Adams!

Building upon the foundations laid under the direction of Professor Holly Northam, Professor Adams will drive the network forward into maturity.

Professor Adams is a Wiradjuri woman, Vice-Chancellor’s Distinguished Professor at Monash University. Her career, shaped by a nursing background and work in Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, led to advanced studies in epidemiology and social network analysis.

Professor Adams is a former Director of the Board and LINMEN Advisory Group member and is leading a research project partnered with CATSINaM, so is no stranger to our community.

Join us in welcoming Professor Adams to the CATSINaM team!

24/08/2026

As we approach our upcoming National Conference in Mparntwe (Alice Springs) this November, we'd like to acknowledge the support of our sponsors.

First off the ranks is the Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme for their generous support of the Registration Desk and Student Meet & Greet event!

Named in his honour and to continue his legacy, the Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to succeed in their undergraduate studies.

💰The scholarship provides access to financial, cultural, mentoring, and other supports for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students studying in health, including access to up to $15,000 per annum (full time) for the normal duration of the course.

With applications opening on 1 September and closing 31 October, this is a great opportunity if you are considering an undergraduate degree in nursing or midwifery.

🔗https://iaha.com.au/workforce-support/scholarships-bursaries/scholarships/puggy-hunter-memorial-scholarship-scheme/

Indigenous Allied Health Australia

20/08/2026

We're really pleased to announce our final keynote speaker as a long-term member and former Board Director of CATSINaM, current Director of the Rhodanthe Lipsett Midwifery Scholarships and deadly midwife academic, Karel Williams.

As a sessional academic in the fields of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, perinatal mental health, knowledges, with a particular interest in Birthing on Country.

Karel has a wealth of expertise and experience to share with us all.

If you've not yet registered, there's still time!

🔗https://agentur.eventsair.com/catsinam-national-conference-2026/

20/08/2026