Call for abstracts

Abstract submissions are now CLOSED for the 2022 Health Care in Secure Settings conference.

Thank you to those who submitted an abstract. We will update you after the 4th May, once they have been reviewed by the committee.

Each abstract presentation will be 20 minutes in total, which includes a 15 minute presentation and a five minute discussion.

You are invited to submit an abstract on the topics relating to, and advancing, practice, policy and research in custodial and forensic mental health care settings.

Key dates

Abstract submissions open Monday 14 March 2022
Abstract submissions close 4.00pm Monday 18 April 2022
Notification of abstract acceptance by Wednesday 4 May 2022

Abstract submissions must

Be a maximum 500 words
Be written in English
Be formatted in Arial 11 point type, single-line spaced with one line left between paragraphs
Specify any abbreviations used at the first mention
Be checked for spelling and grammatical errors
Not include references
Submitted as a word document

Abstract papers must provide the following information

Title
Author/s
Introduction of issue to be discussed
Aim/s or background to the issue
Methods or description of what is being done about the issue
Results or outcomes and implications from identified actions or approaches and why it is important
Discussions/conclusions
Key takeaway message for delegates

How to submit

Please email your 500 word abstract submission to: JHFMHN-events@health.nsw.gov.au

Terms and conditions for accepted abstracts

If chosen, you will need to be available over the conference dates to present your abstract to delegates.

Successful abstract presenters will receive complimentary registration to the conference. Any costs incurred to attend the conference, such as travel and accommodation is the responsibility of the presenter.

More information

If you have any questions about the abstracts or the submission process, please email JHFMHN-events@health.nsw.gov.au