A regional dialogue on early career research in physical activity and wellbeing among priority populations in the Western-Pacific

We’re excited to invite you to a free, online webinar highlighting the role of early career researchers (ECRs) in promoting physical activity among Aboriginal, Indigenous and priority populations across Western Pacific Region. 

Physical activity research with Aboriginal, Indigenous, and other priority populations including people with disabilities and those experiencing systemic health inequities is an urgent focus in the Western Pacific Region. Despite growing recognition of physical activity as a key determinant of health, the perspectives of these communities and their researchers remain underrepresented in evidence and leadership. ECRs play a vital role in advancing equity-focused, inclusive approaches. This webinar provides a platform for ECRs to share research, discuss methods, and connect with peers and senior experts to strengthen capacity and visibility in this field.

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Ce que vous retirerez de ce webinaire

The 60-minute session will feature:

• Research Insights – Insights into culturally responsive and equity-focused physical activity research.
• Practical Approaches – Practical methods and lessons from early career researchers across the WPRO region.
• Networking and Collaboration – Opportunities to connect with peers, mentors, and potential collaborators.

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Détails de l'événement

📅 Date: Wednesday 11 February 2026

🌐 Localisation : En ligne

🎓 Ouvert à tous - membres et non-membres de l'ISPAH bienvenus

Localisation	L'heure
GMT	3 am
WIB/ICT	10 am
SGT/MYT/PHT	11 am
WIT	12 pm (noon)
AWST	11 am
AEDT	2 pm
NZDT	4 pm

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Intervenants

Co-Chairs

• Mengyun Luo  – ISPAH Early Career Network WPRO Region Representative

• Anagha Paranjpe – ISPAH Early Career Network WPRO Region Representative

Intervenants

• Afra Islam (PhD Candidate, The University of Queensland, Australia)
• Anagha Paranjpe (PhD Candidate, University of Wollongong, Australia)
• Tiana Thorne (PhD Candidate, James Cook University, Australia)

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Ce webinaire est une occasion unique de :

• Celebrate and amplify the contributions of Western Pacific early career researchers.
• Gain insight into regional and global progress in equity-focused physical activity research in Aboriginal, Indigenous, and other priority populations in the WPRO region.
• Build professional and research networks across countries.

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