We believe health and medical research should reflect the needs and priorities of the community.
That's why The Kids Research Institute Australia, alongside The National Health & Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and Consumers Health Forum of Australia (CHF), is asking for your feedback on the draft Statement on Consumer and Community Involvement in Health and Medical Research ('The Statement') .
Express your interest to join one of the 23 roundtables being held nationally, to give your input on the draft Statement. It’s a valuable opportunity to be part of a conversation that helps shape health and medical research in Australia.
What is 'The Statement' and why does your input matter?
The core purpose of 'The Statement' is to guide research funders, research institutions, researchers, consumers, and community members in the active involvement of consumers and community members across all aspects of health and medical research.
Following a comprehensive review in 2024, 'The Statement' has been revised to ensure it's as effective and relevant as possible in fostering meaningful partnerships. Your feedback will directly influence how people like you can help shape the future of health discoveries and breakthroughs, ensuring research truly benefits our community.
Review the draft version of 'The Statement' here.
Get involved: join a roundtable near you
Express your interest in an in-person or online roundtables across Australia. This is your opportunity to:
- Understand how consumers and community members are currently involved, and how 'The Statement' guides this
- Review the draft of ‘The Statement’
- Share your thoughts on how we can make consumer and community involvement even more effective and meaningful
- Connect with others passionate about health research in your area
Please note: community attendees will receive a $50 payment for their contribution.
Roundtable dates, times & locations
Find a session that suits you via the link below. We encourage you to choose a roundtable in your local area or an online session if that's more convenient.
Ready to participate? Click below for your preferred session to express your interest.
Australian Capital Territory
Express your interest in one of the sessions below.
| Date / Time (AEST) | Facilitated by | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 12 Aug 2025, 12.00pm–2.00pm | Health Care Consumers of the ACT Incorporated | Canberra Chifley Community Meeting Room, 71 Maclaurin Crescent, Chifley ACT |
New South Wales
Express your interest in one of the sessions below.
| Date / Time (AEST) | Facilitated by | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 8 Aug 2025, 2.00pm–4.00pm | University of New South Wales | Sydney Rydges Sydney Central – 28 Albion St, Surry Hills |
| Fri 8 Aug 2025, 5.00pm–7.00pm | The George Institute for Global Health | Sydney Rydges Sydney Central – 28 Albion St, Surry Hills |
| Wed 13 Aug 2025, 10.00am–12.00pm | University of New South Wales | Wagga Wagga International Hotel Wagga Wagga |
Northern Territory
Express your interest in one of the sessions below.
| Date / Time (ACST) | Facilitated by | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 13 Aug 2025, 10.00am–12.00pm | Flinders University | Darwin Charles Darwin University (CDU), Casuarina |
Queensland
Express your interest in one of the sessions below.
| Date / Time (AEST) | Facilitated by | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 30 Jul 2025, 6.00pm–8.00pm | Translational Research Institute Pty Ltd (supported by UQ) | Toowoomba Toowoomba City Library |
| Thu 7 Aug 2025, 1.00pm–3.00pm | Translational Research Institute Pty Ltd (supported by UQ) | Brisbane Translational Research Institute, Woolloongabba |
| Sat 6 Sep 2025, 9.30am–11.30am | Translational Research Institute Pty Ltd (supported by UQ) | Rockhampton University of Queensland Rural Clinical School Rockhampton |
South Australia
Express your interest in one of the sessions below.
| Date / Time (ACST) | Facilitated by | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 6 Aug 2025, 10.00am–12.00pm | Flinders University | Adelaide Flinders University Health and Medical Research Building, Bedford Park |
| Wed 3 Sep 2025, 5.00pm–7.00pm | The Kids Research Institute Australia | Adelaide The Kids Research Institute, Adelaide |
Tasmania
Express your interest in one of the sessions below.
| Date / Time (AEST) | Facilitated by | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 26 Jul 2025, 10.00am–12.00pm | Menzies Institute University of Tasmania | Hobart Phillip Smith Centre, Glebe |
| Sat 9 Aug 2025, 10.00am–12.00pm | Menzies Institute University of Tasmania | Burnie Cradle Coast Campus, West Park |
Victoria
Express your interest in one of the sessions below.
| Date / Time (AEST) | Facilitated by | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 17 Jul 2025, 10.00am–12.00 pm | VCCC Alliance | Melbourne VCCC, Melbourne |
| Wed 23 Jul 2025, 10.00am–12.00 pm | VCCC Alliance | Bendigo Neighbourhood Collective Bendigo, The Old Church, Quarry Hill |
Western Australia
Express your interest in one of the sessions below.
| Date / Time (AWST) | Facilitated by | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 19 Aug 2025, 10.00am–12.00 pm | Health Consumers Council (WA) Inc | Perth HCC, Mount Lawley |
| Sat 23 Aug 2025, 10.00am–12.00 pm | Health Consumers Council (WA) Inc | Perth HCC, Mount Lawley |
| Wed 27 Aug 2025, 12.00pm–2.00 pm | The Kids Research Institute Australia | Broome University of Notre Dame |
Online - National
Express your interest in one of the sessions below.
| Date / Time (AEST) | Facilitated by | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 5 Aug 2025, 2.30pm–4.30pm |
Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI) | Zoom |
| Tue 12 Aug 2025, 2.30pm–4.30pm |
Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI) | Zoom |
| Tue 19 Aug 2025, 2.30pm–4.30pm |
Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI) | Zoom |
| Thu 28 Aug 2025, 3.30pm–5.50pm |
The Kids Research Institute Australia | Zoom |
| Wed 3 Sep 2025, 7.00pm–9.00pm |
The Kids Research Institute Australia | Zoom |
| Fri 5 Sep 2025, 1.00pm–3.00pm |
The Kids Research Institute Australia | Zoom |
For more information
If you have any questions about the roundtables, the revised Statement, or consumer and community involvement in health research, please don’t hesitate to contact us at roundtables@thekids.org.au or (08) 6319 1010.
