Abstract Guidelines

Abstract guidelines and templates are provided. You must ensure you follow the guidelines and use the correct template in order for your abstract to be submitted for review.

Abstracts on original research findings, case studies, completed projects and theoretical analyses.  Presentations should be well structured, rigorous and demonstrate a novel contribution to knowledge.

Models of Care and Programs / Multimedia abstract template

Abstracts analysing issues and solutions to problems in clinical practice; including case studies and quality improvement activities community engagement, education, health promotion and policy. Presentations should be well structured, rigorous and demonstrate a novel contribution to knowledge

A 5-minute presentation of an activity or idea that has been implemented or tested in a health centre or community etc.

Each presenter shares their story/idea/learning with the people at their table. The group discusses the idea and shares other experiences/ideas around the topic for a further 5 minutes. When the time is up, the presenter moves to the next table to present.

The aim of the spotlight sessions is to generate ideas, experiences and possible solutions to problems shared.

Abstract resources 

Conference resources have been developed by ASHM Conference & Events Division to assist you with your abstract submission and delivery of your presentation. The resources available are:

ASHM encourages the use of person centred language throughout the conference. Please refer to the language guides before submitting your abstract.

• Trans-Affirming language guide 
• NADA's language matters guide 
• Words Matter! Language Statement & reference guide
• Reconciliation Australia language guide