EVENTS

About

This is a bi-national, sector-leading conference focused on refugee trauma recovery and resettlement practice, policy, research, and lived experience. It brings together practitioners, researchers, community leaders, and government stakeholders from across Australia, New Zealand, and beyond.

 

What is FASSTT?

The Forum of Australian Services for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (FASSTT) is a network of Australia’s eight specialist rehabilitation agencies that work with survivors of torture and trauma who have come to Australia from overseas. Most clients of FASSTT agencies have come to Australia as refugees or humanitarian entrants. There is one FASSTT member agency in each state and territory of Australia.

 

Event Details

 

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Monday 4 May – Wednesday 6 May 2026

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AGENDA
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The conference is split over 3 days and you can register for all 3 days or a combination package:
+ DAY 1 WORKSHOPS

Choose from 10 expert-led full day workshops Welcome Reception for all ticket holders

+ DAY 2&3 CONFERENCE

Conference days featuring Plenary sessions and 8 concurrent streams of presentations and panels

+ ADD-ON: GALA DINNER

Tuesday 5th May – Join your fellow delegates for a 3 course meal, great entertainment, dancing and networking!

 

Become a Sponsor

Why Sponsor?

Sponsorship of the 4th Australia and New Zealand Refugee Trauma Recovery in Resettlement Conference is your opportunity to align with a movement dedicated to healing, human rights, and long-term recovery. With 900+ delegates expected, including decision-makers from government, health, education, and refugee service sectors, this conference presents a unique platform for impactful visibility.

Your sponsorship directly supports a not-for-profit initiative that funds keynote and plenary speaker participation, venue and AV costs, event accessibility, and meaningful delegate experiences.

 

CONTACT
General Enquiries:

conference26@startts.org.au

Media Enquiries:

nehad.kenanie@health.nsw.gov.au

VENUE

ICC Sydney, 14 Darling Dr,

Sydney NSW 2000

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RASNZ Youth Hui 2025

🌺 Be part of creating an unforgettable experience! Join the co-design team for the 2026 camp and help shape the theme, plan activities, and bring the event to life. Sign up now – LINK IN OUR BIO! 🌺

Our annual leadership camp was a wonderful opportunity to learn, connect, and create lasting memories.

A heartfelt thank you to Motutapu Outdoor Education Centre for the engaging activities, our counsellor Abbi for the insightful wellbeing workshop, Zheng for capturing beautiful moments, and our dedicated youth and co-design team for making it all possible.

RAS Youth Grand Opening 2023

In 2023, the RASNZ Community & Youth celebrated the grand opening of their new space, marking a significant milestone in community engagement. The event, highlighted by the collaborative efforts of Eliana, Judy, Yui, Patrick, and Joyce, was not just a celebration but a heartfelt gathering enriched by laughter and warm connections. This organisation is committed to empowering young individuals from refugee backgrounds, helping them grow in confidence and integrate into society through various supportive and celebratory events. The day was a vibrant acknowledgment of unity and the collective potential of the community and its youth.

At RASNZ, we provide mental health and well-being services, advocate for diversity, support Rainbow communities, protect children from harm, and detail this in our Child Protection Policy.