THIS IS AN ON DEMAND ACCESS TICKWT - YOU WILL GAIN 6 MONTHS ACCESS TO ALL OF THE CONFERENCE RECORDINGS INCLUDING BOTH DAYS AND OVER 20 OTHER PRE RECORDED SESSIONS FROM NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL SPEAKERS.

You will gain access until the 18th of January 2027 through our dedicated events hub.

Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Conference Australia (NATCA) & LOAPAC Expo 2026

The Power of Community in Social Change

The Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Conference Australia & LOAPAC Expo is back in 2026 after launching in 2025 with its first inaugural event, hosted at the Hyatt Place Event Centre in Melbourne and online.

This conference brings you world leading experts in the field of Neurodiversity Affirming Practice and beyond, and includes keynote and invited speaker sessions from International and National speakers, a research symposium, expert panel discussions on a range of different topics and a exhibition segment of the conference hosted by LOAPAC (The League of Autistic Psychologists and Affirming Colleagues).

The conference is organised and run by a dedicated team of neurodivergent professionals, academics and event organisers with a passion for learning, connection, and inclusion.

Keynote Speakers for 2026:

Professor Nick Walker (USA - Virtual - he/him) - What We Affirm - Clarifying the Values and Premises of Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy
Associate Professor Monique Botha (UK - they/them) - Reclaiming Humanity: Identity, State-based Violence and Neurodivergent Resistance
Sonny Jane Wise (they/them) - Pathology or Protection: Depathologising BPD & NPD through the Neurodiversity Affirming Lens

There will also be a research symposium as apart of the conference with recent research developments and projects that will be shared.

Excitedly, LOAPAC will also be running a LOAPAC exhibition at the event where various different professionals and organisations can run stalls showcasing their work, handouts, materials, resources, and opportunities for further learning in different areas.

If you want to enquire about discounted ticket options related to disability or group booking options please email us at: connect@ndaffirmingtherapyaus.org

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