The 2027 Aotearoa New Zealand Emergency Medicine Conference will be held in stunning Queenstown.
The three-day event will feature pre-conference workshops, a welcome reception, 1.5 days of conference sessions, and a conference dinner. Bringing together over 100 delegates, the conference delivers a high-quality scientific program.
We are seeking expressions of interest from FACEMs and trainees who are keen to collaborate in curating an engaging, inspiring, and evidence-based program.
He tono motuhake ki ngā kaikōkiri Māori – a special invitation to Māori champions and leaders.
We particularly encourage expressions of interest from Māori FACEMs, trainees and kaikōkiri who are passionate about hauora Māori and strengthening Māori representation within emergency medicine.
We are also seeking Māori advisors to support the working group throughout the planning process.
This role would involve attending working group meetings and providing cultural guidance and advice to help ensure the ASM is respectful, inclusive and reflective of tikanga Māori.
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What does the Working Group do?
As a Working Group member, you’ll:
- Help shape the scientific program with content relevant to EM practice in Aotearoa
- Suggest key themes, speakers, workshops, and innovative ideas
- Collaborate on social activities and local experiences
- Work alongside the ACEM Events Team, who handle the logistics so you can focus on creativity, culture, and connection
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What’s the commitment?
- Monthly virtual meetings
- Availability to attend and support the conference onsite in Queenstown (March 2027)
- Collaboration via email and shared platforms between meetings
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Why get involved?
- Play a meaningful role in delivering a conference tailored for Aotearoa’s EM community
- Gain experience working with the College and event delivery teams
- Build connections with peers across the country
- Be well-positioned to join a future ASM Working Group
- And of course, it’s a great way to give back, grow your skills, and have fun doing it!
If you are interested in joining the Working Group, please submit the form below.
Submit your expression of interest by 5:00pm NZST on 12 June 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact the ACEM Events Team at [email protected].