SPA 2026 Conference Support fund application

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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of 
lands, seas and waters throughout Australia,
and pay respect to Elders past, present and
future.

We recognise that the health and social and
emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander peoples are grounded in
continued connection to Culture, Country,
Language and Community and acknowledge
that sovereignty was never ceded. 

    Torres Strait Islander flag

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SPA 2026 Conference support fund application

Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.

Personal information

Are you a current member of Speech Pathology Australia or the New Zealand Speech‑language Therapists’ Association?

Unsure what your SPA member ID is? Follow these steps:

  1. Log into your SPA account.

  2. Navigate to your profile by clicking on your name in the top right-hand corner:



Do you prefer to go by a different name? For example, you may shorten your first name e.g. Joanne/Joseph to Jo or to be referred to by your middle name.

To ensure we create a safe and inclusive space and address everyone correctly, we invite you to share your pronouns with us.

Are you of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander descent?

Contact details

All conference communication will be sent via email, please provide the best details to contact you.

If you would like conference updates sent to more than one email, please include any additional details below.

Workplace details

Conference attendance requirements

Do you have any accessibility or dietary requirements?

We are dedicated to ensuring that the conference is a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable experience for all attendees. If you have any support needs not covered in our Venue and Location FAQs please let us know so we can ensure your full participation.

We understand the challenges faced by individuals with food intolerances/allergies and will do our best to accommodate these needs. While we aim to address these requirements, please understand that the venue, despite taking precautions, cannot guarantee a fully allergy-friendly environment. Please note that while the venue strives to meet these requirements, there might be instances where complete accommodation may not be possible.

© Copyright 2026 Speech Pathology Australia

ABN 17 008 393 440

Privacy policy | Disclaimer

Terms and Conditions


We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of 
lands, seas and waters throughout Australia,
and pay respect to Elders past, present and
future.

We recognise that the health and social and
emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander peoples are grounded in
continued connection to Culture, Country,
Language and Community and acknowledge
that sovereignty was never ceded. 

    Torres Strait Islander flag

.

              

SPA 2026 Conference support fund application

Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.

A bit about you

To help us better understand you, please select the fields most relevant below:

Your conference profile

Should your application be successful, the following information will be included in your profile on the conference mobile app. These details are optional but encouraged.

Headshot

Photos should be a high-resolution colour headshot (photograph) in portrait orientation. The file size should be over 100KB/300dpi to be considered high resolution and must be a clear photograph (not blurry), however, cannot exceed 1MB.

Headshot

Add/edit

Please select a photo capture option below

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Biography

Please enter your biography with no more than 150 words, written in third person. If you exceed 150 words, we will reduce the words on your behalf. Names should be written in full in the first instance, first name followed by last name.

e.g. Jo Citizen is an academic, primary care researcher, educator and clinician. Jo is a regular contributor to medical journals. 

Unsure how to write a biography? Tips on writing the perfect biography.

Academic and professional profiles

Share your virtual CV, highlighting your skills, work experience, and education to attendees.

© Copyright 2026 Speech Pathology Australia

ABN 17 008 393 440

Privacy policy | Disclaimer

Terms and Conditions


We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of 
lands, seas and waters throughout Australia,
and pay respect to Elders past, present and
future.

We recognise that the health and social and
emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander peoples are grounded in
continued connection to Culture, Country,
Language and Community and acknowledge
that sovereignty was never ceded. 

    Torres Strait Islander flag

.

              

SPA 2026 Conference support fund application

Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.

What does this opportunity mean for the people around you or those you support? How would your participation benefit service-users, your workplace, community, or the profession through the knowledge and insights you gain?

What does this opportunity mean for the people around you or those you support? How your participation will benefit your workplace, community, or the broader speech pathology profession through the knowledge and insights you gain.

© Copyright 2026 Speech Pathology Australia

ABN 17 008 393 440

Privacy policy | Disclaimer

Terms and Conditions


We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of 
lands, seas and waters throughout Australia,
and pay respect to Elders past, present and
future.

We recognise that the health and social and
emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander peoples are grounded in
continued connection to Culture, Country,
Language and Community and acknowledge
that sovereignty was never ceded. 

    Torres Strait Islander flag

.

              

Thanks for your application for the conference support fund for the SPA 2026 Conference.

An email acknowledging receipt of your application has been sent to the email you provided; if you do not receive this within the next fifteen (15) minutes, please contact the SPA Conference and Events Team, quoting your application confirmation number. 

© Copyright 2026 Speech Pathology Australia

ABN 17 008 393 440

Privacy policy | Disclaimer

Terms and Conditions


We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of 
lands, seas and waters throughout Australia,
and pay respect to Elders past, present and
future.

We recognise that the health and social and
emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander peoples are grounded in
continued connection to Culture, Country,
Language and Community and acknowledge
that sovereignty was never ceded. 

    Torres Strait Islander flag

.

              

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