Children by Choice's Reproductive Rights and Abortion Conference 2026

About the Event

Children by Choice invites you to join us for the Reproductive Rights and Abortion Conference 2026, Australia’s only event dedicated solely to reproductive rights, abortion, and bodily autonomy.

Held from 3–5 September 2026 in Brisbane (Meanjin), this three-day conference brings together healthcare professionals, researchers, advocates, and community organisations working across abortion and reproductive healthcare.

In 2026, the conference will expand to three days for the first time, featuring:

• Two days dedicated to research, community health initiatives, and advocacy

• A new Clinical Education Day designed for AHPRA-registered practitioners to build practical skills in abortion care and contraception*

• Networking evening included in all registration tickets

Across the three days, delegates will engage in plenary sessions, panels, and interactive breakout discussions addressing the most pressing issues in abortion and reproductive health. We anticipate over 300 delegates, including:

• Doctors and health practitioners from public and private sectors

• Allied health professionals

• Leaders from NGOs and community organisations

• Academics, researchers, and students

Our 2026 keynote speakers - Carly Findlay and Yumi Stynes - will each bring unique perspectives on inclusion, culture, and reproductive justice. Their insights will spark ideas, challenge assumptions, and inspire action.

Why Attend

• Connect with national and international experts in reproductive rights and abortion care

• Gain evidence-based insights and practical tools to apply in your work

• Contribute to the national conversation shaping the future of abortion and reproductive healthcare

• Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and inspiring community driving change

Dates and Times:

Thursday 3rd of September: 08:30am-04:00pm

Friday 4th of September including Networking Evening: 08:30am-06:30pm

Saturday 5th of September: 08:30am-03:00pm

Event location: Brisbane (Meanjin), QLD (exact venue provided upon registration)

About Children by Choice

Children by Choice is an independent, non-profit organisation that has provided unbiased information and support for more than 53 years on all pregnancy options, including abortion, adoption, kinship care, and parenting.

Our mission is to ensure that women and pregnant people experiencing hardship or distress have access to high-quality decision-making counselling, evidence-based information, material aid, and referral. We also work to empower individuals and communities to exercise reproductive health choices and to dismantle the social, legal, clinical, and policy barriers that prevent equitable access to care.

Children by Choice is recognised globally as a leading advocate for reproductive rights and bodily autonomy and remains the only pro-choice pregnancy options organisation in Queensland.

Donate to Children by Choice's Scholarship Fund during checkout to help someone who might not otherwise be able to attend or participate in this important event.

For sponsorship, program, and registration updates, visit Reproductive Rights and Abortion Conference 2026 or contact events@childrenbychoice.org.au.

* Students currently enrolled in an AHPRA-recognised course are also eligible to register

Children by Choice pay our respects to the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Queensland and their continued connection to land and community.

Children by Choice reserves the right to cancel the event(s). In the event of cancellation, all registrants will be notified and refunded in full. Registrants may cancel their ticket for a 90% refund, or transfer their ticket to another person at no additional cost, up to 30 days prior to the commencement of the 2026 Conference. Cancellations made after this time are not eligible for a refund.

This event is offered in accordance with Children by Choice's pro-choice framework. Children by Choice reserves the right to refuse registrations and remove individuals from the event.