Register now for Health Care in Secure Settings Conference 2026
The 2026 Health Care in Secure Settings Conference is back, bringing together some of the brightest minds in healthcare, forensic mental health and justice for two days of big ideas, practical solutions and conversations to shape the future of care in secure settings.
Held on Thursday 30 July and Friday 31 July 2026, this year’s conference will feature an outstanding line-up of local and international experts sharing the latest research, innovations and real-world experiences from across correctional health, youth justice, forensic mental health and other secure environments.
You can hear from world-leading experts such as:
- Dr Alan Mitchell, President of the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture
- Prof Patrick McGorry AO, previous Australian of the Year and brainchild of Headspace
- Dr Adrian Mundt, Profesor Facultad de Medicina Universidad Diego Portales, Santiago, Chile
- Stuart Kinner, Head of the Justice Health Group
This year’s program has something for everyone. Discover new models of care or connect with colleagues who are tackling the same challenges. Delegates can attend in person at the International Convention Centre Sydney or join online from anywhere in the world.

Designed by clinicians for clinicians, the conference showcases the latest thinking in evidence-based care, while creating opportunities to share ideas, challenge traditional approaches and explore practical solutions that improve health outcomes for people receiving care in these settings.
Hosted by Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network, Australia’s largest health provider of people in contact with the forensic mental health and criminal justice systems, the conference continues to be one of the leading events of its kind, attracting healthcare professionals, researchers, academics and justice partners from across Australia and overseas.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation helping shape the future of the delivery of healthcare in secure settings.
Details
- Thursday 30 July and Friday 31 July 2026
- International Convention Centre Sydney, Darling Harbour
- Attend in person or virtually
More information, registration and full program: https://jhfmhn.eventsair.com/hcss-2026/