About the 7th National HREC Conference
Connecting human research ethics committees, coordinators and researchers across Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand, and Singapore through a free online conference from 16–19 November 2026.
Our purpose
Why this conference matters
The National HREC Conference is now in its 7th year. This years sees the reach of the Conference extending to Singapore, making it truly the 1st Australasian HREC Conference. Through its reach it is uniquely placed to help improve quality and consistency of approaches to ethics review, thereby assisting researchers while maintaining its primary function of ensuring participant dignity, respect and safety. It brings together thousands of stakeholders such as committee members, coordinators, researchers and sector leaders to explore current challenges, share practical insights and build stronger connections across the region.
The Conference is again free and online, making participation more accessible and democratising knowledge transfer, while supporting meaningful exchange between attendees in Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand and Singapore.
What to expect
Built for connection and insight
This conference experience is shaped to support both strategic discussion and practical learning for ethics professionals and researchers.
Regional collaboration
A shared forum for participants across Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand and Singapore to exchange perspectives and strengthen professional networks.
Accessible participation
Free online attendance makes it easier for busy professionals to join key sessions, hear expert speakers and stay engaged throughout the event.
Our story
A conference shaped by community
The 7th National HREC Conference is the official online hub for a growing professional community focused on ethical, thoughtful and collaborative human research practice.
By bringing together organising leaders, key speakers and attendees in one accessible digital space, the conference supports knowledge sharing that is relevant, timely and grounded in real-world experience.
A free online gathering designed to connect ethics committees, coordinators and researchers across the region.
Conference mission
Whether visitors are exploring the program, learning about the organising committee or preparing to register, the site is built to help every attendee quickly understand the value of participating and feel welcomed into the event.
Join us
Be part of the conversation
Attend online from 16–19 November 2026 and connect with ethics professionals, coordinators and researchers across the region at no cost.
Contact the Conference
For conference enquiries, registration questions, or program updates, please get in touch. As this is an online event, all conference activities are delivered remotely.