CONFERENCE THEME
PUBLIC ISSUES PRIVATE TRAUMA
The conference theme – Public Issues, Private Trauma – reflects the increasing public recognition of issues such as childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, refugee and asylum seeker trauma, and the moral conflicts facing military personnel on deployment in Iraq and Afghanistan.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
The Scientific Committee has brought together a range of perspectives on trauma from four diverse keynote speakers, experts in family violence, the intergenerational effects of trauma, treatment of moral injury, and childhood sexual abuse.
STUDENT PROGRAM
ACOTS2016 is committed to connecting with and supporting the future leaders of trauma research and intervention. Accordingly, we have prepared an exceptional program for all student attendees in addition to the general program.
CONFERENCE DINNER
An Island Hideaway, South Stradbroke Island
Enjoy a unique and memorable conference dinner at an exclusive subtropical paradise. Located just a short boat journey from the heart of the Gold Coast, you will feel like you are on your own private island.
DESTINATION
GOLD COAST, QUEENSLAND
Renowned for its great lifestyle, relaxed atmosphere, friendly locals and glorious weather, Australia’s Gold Coast is as much a place to bring work as it is to come to play.
