Australasian Fundamentals of Care Symposium 

Fundamentals of Care: Sustaining Momentum, Strengthening Measurement, Showing Impact

16 February 2027
Auckland, New Zealand

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We’re excited to announce an ILC Fundamentals of Care Symposium in Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand.

The 2027 Symposium is supported by the Fundamentals of Care Aotearoa Research Stream (UoA, Te Whatu Ora HNZ)

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Fundamentals of Care: Sustaining Momentum, Strengthening Measurement, Showing Impact

The ILC Symposium 2027 is a one-day event in Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand, bringing together people working across research, education, practice and policy, and those with lived experience, to explore the future of person-centred fundamental care in the Asia-Pacific. Through presentations, discussion and shared learning, the symposium will consider how we can strengthen the evidence, measurement and implementation of fundamental care, and better understand its impact on people, communities and health systems.

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Keynote Speakers

Professor Alison Kitson – Australia

Alison is the ILC Chairperson, She has had a long, successful career in executive leadership, education, and research in the UK and Australia, publishing extensively in the areas of fundamental care and implementation science.

Ms Nadine Gray – New Zealand

Nadine Gray serves as the National Chief Nurse for Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, appointed in July 2024. Her leadership stands as a powerful example of Māori wāhine rising to reshape health systems, ensuring they reflect the needs, values, and voices of Māori whānau.

Dr Devin Carr – USA

Devin Carr is Chief Nursing Officer at Maine Medical Center (MMC), leading the medical center’s Magnet-Recognized nursing team. Devin has more than 30 years of experience in healthcare in a variety of clinical, academic, and leadership roles. He has collaborated across multiple enterprises to improve patient satisfaction scores, reduce risk and harm, and strengthen regulatory compliance readiness

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Building on the growing international commitment to the Fundamentals of Care Framework, the symposium will explore how fundamental care can be embedded, evaluated, and improved across diverse healthcare settings. As healthcare systems face increasing complexity and workforce pressures, there is an urgent need to ensure that the person needing care is at the centre and care for their fundamental physical, psychosocial and relational needs remains visible, measurable, and valued.

The symposium will examine how robust evidence, innovative measurement approaches, implementation science, education, and leadership can strengthen the delivery of person-centred care. Particular attention will be given to demonstrating the impact of fundamental care on patient experiences, staff wellbeing, quality outcomes, and system performance.

At its heart, the symposium is about connecting evidence with action: building capability, strengthening partnerships, and showcasing innovations that support sustainable improvement in fundamental care. Together, participants will share knowledge, challenge assumptions, and advance practical solutions that ensure fundamental care remains at the centre of healthcare policy, practice, education, and research.

Attendees should leave with a stronger understanding of why fundamental care matters, evidence of the difference it makes, and practical ideas for how they can contribute to sustainable change.

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Significant discounts on tickets apply to ILC Members.

Health NZ is a Founding Partner of the ILC and employees are entitled to discounted tickets.
ILC Individual Membership is available for $150AUD.
You must be logged in (top right) to the account associated with your membership in order to purchase tickets at the member price
Find out more about becoming a member here.

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CPD Credits

Attendance at this conference may be eligible for CPD credits. Please check with your professional body or relevant authority to confirm how these hours can be applied to your individual requirements.

If you have any questions or require additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected]