GNNRD Rare Disease Nursing Symposium 2026

Perth, Western Australia
Wednesday 18 November 2026
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Topic

"Rare Disease: Not Rare in Nursing Practice"

Rare diseases affect more than 300 million people worldwide and are encountered across all areas of nursing practice. Join the GNNRD in Perth for a practical, one-day symposium exploring the unique challenges created by rarity - and the important role nurses play in improving care and outcomes.

What the day covers

  • Expert speakers
  • Lived experience representatives
  • Case-based learning
  • Panel discussions
  • Rare disease fundamentals
  • Psychosocial impacts
  • Diagnostic red flags
  • Care coordination and models of care
  • Best-practice research initiatives
  • Global nursing perspectives
Event details
Date
Wednesday 18 November 2026
Venue
Perth Children's Hospital, Perth WA
Time
8:00am - 4:00pm (registration from 7:30am). Networking 4:00 - 5:00pm.
Cost
Free, includes catering
Register for the Symposium

Places are limited - registration is essential.

Questions? hello@gnnrd.org

Event brochure

GNNRD Rare Disease Nursing Symposium 2026 Perth brochure

Take the full poster with you - print it for your ward noticeboard or share it with your team.

Download / print the brochure (PDF)