CATSINaM Regional Congress 2025

Welcome to the CATSINaM Regional Congress to be held in Kaurareg Country, Waibene (Thursday Island).

We are excited to invite our Members, non-Indigenous allies, and all champions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and well-being to our bi-annual event. Together, let's create lasting, positive change! We can't wait to see you there! 

Target Audience

The Regional Congress aims to attract 200 members and allies to our event. Our target audience include:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander enrolled and registered nurses, and midwives.

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nursing and midwifery students.

• CATSINaM Elders.

• Healthcare professionals.

• Researchers and academics.

• Policy makers and government representatives.

• Community and advocacy organisations.

Key Highlights

• Keynote speakers who are renowned international and national experts and leaders in nursing, midwifery, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health. 

• Special guest presentations.

• Workshops and Panels for Interactive sessions on cutting-edge topics and best practice.

• Networking opportunities to connect with peers, leaders, and stakeholder in the field.