Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Network

14/11/2025

We’re proud to share Heart Strings — a moving collection of stories from families and organisations around the world, celebrating children, families and the dedicated teams who support them through children’s palliative care. ❤️

Through these global voices, Heart Strings reveals both the similarities and differences in experience across countries, highlighting the universal value and importance of .

📚Purchase your copy on our stand outside the Grand Ballroom!
🔗 Read it here:https://icpcn.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/heart-strings-final-compressed.pdf

14/11/2025

👶 🔍 Healthcare professionals, this one’s for you. A new Decision-Making Guideline Tool has been developed by Palliative Care Australia to help you identify when a referral to paediatric palliative care (PPC) may be most beneficial—for children, young people, and their families.

Find out more👇

Quality information and resources about paediatric palliative care

13/11/2025

🌍 Day 1 of the 4th ICPCN International Conference has come to an inspiring close!

What an incredible start to this global gathering dedicated to advancing children’s palliative care around the world.

From thought-provoking keynote sessions to engaging panel discussions and shared stories of compassion, today reminded us why our work matters — every child, everywhere, deserves quality palliative care.

✨ A highlight of the day came from Prof Julia Downing, who left us with this powerful message:

“Don’t limit your challenges, challenge your limits.”

Her words capture the spirit of this conference — pushing boundaries, fostering collaboration, and inspiring action.

We look forward to more learning, connection, and innovation in the days ahead. 🧡💚

ICPCN - International Children's Palliative Care Network

12/11/2025

On this year’s World Hospice & Palliative Care Day, Timor-Leste marked a milestone: the country’s first national celebration of hospice and palliative care. The event drew government, health professionals, NGOs, and community leaders—united by a vision of universal access to compassionate care.

Read the full story 👇

On World Hospice and Palliative Care Day 2025, Timor-Leste proudly held its first national celebration to raise awareness about the importance of palliative care for patients and families facing life-limiting […]

12/11/2025

Would you like to strengthen your capacity to support patients and families as they navigate the challenges of grief? Join the two-day Grief and Bereavement Workshop, facilitated by Professor Amy Chow and Dr. Margaret Suen from the University of Hong Kong. This program is specifically designed for clinicians, psychologists, and healthcare professionals, with an emphasis on navigating the emotional complexities of loss, grief, and bereavement.

🗓️ Date: 13 – 14 Dec 2025, Sat & Sun
📍 Location: Hospis Malaysia

During this workshop, you will:
✅ Explore the grieving process and understand how it differs from person to person
✅ Discover practical strategies for providing emotional and psychological support
✅ Strengthen key skills needed for compassionate grief care
✅ Connect with other healthcare professionals who share a commitment to empathetic care
✅ Enhance your self-awareness in your professional role

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals coping with loss.

📱 Scan the QR code to sign up today!
Or
Visit: https://hospismalaysia.org/griefnbereavement2025/

12/11/2025

**Another 20 years to come! 💚

安寧照顧基金會 Hospice Foundation of Taiwan has been one of APHN’s long-standing organisational members and valued partners for more than 20 years. We are deeply grateful to Chang, Dr Ping-Jen and Prof. Wang for their warm hospitality and for showcasing the remarkable progress of palliative care in Taiwan.

The APHN looks forward to continued collaboration with HFT, Tzu Chi Foundation Hospital, and Kaohsiung Hospital in advancing compassionate care across the region.

11/11/2025

🌿 Strengthening Ties in Palliative Care Collaboration with Taiwan 🌿

Mackay Memorial Hospital – Tamsui Branch is the northern Taiwan campus of a long-established Christian mission–founded medical centre, with roots dating back to 1872 and the work of Rev. George Leslie Mackay. It features a dedicated palliative care education and inpatient service zone, reflecting its deep commitment to serving vulnerable communities and advancing hospice and palliative medicine.

The Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Network (APHN) looks forward to expanding collaboration with Mackay Memorial Hospital. Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. CK Fang, Clinical Director, palliative care unit Mackay and former APHN Council Member, for his warm hospitality and discussions on future partnerships — including potential twinning programmes and observership opportunities for APHN members from low- and middle-income countries.

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10/11/2025

🚀 Host APHC 2029: Your Opportunity to Lead!

The Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Network (APHN) invites bids from member organisations to host the 18th Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Conference (APHC) in 2029!

This is your chance to:
✨ Showcase your country’s progress in palliative care
✨ Bring together global leaders, practitioners, and advocates
✨ Create an inspiring and memorable event for the international community

🗓 Deadline for submissions: 31 December 2025 — don’t miss this opportunity to make a lasting impact!

Get the full details and bid form here 👇

The Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Network (APHN) Council is pleased to invite member organisations wishing to host the 18th Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Conference 2029 to send in their application […]

10/11/2025

Happening This Week!
*Phase 2 of the APHN–Lien Collaborative for Palliative Care Master Trainer Programme* is taking place in *Sri Lanka.*

This phase is supported by our esteemed APHN Faculty — Dr. Ghauri (Australia), Dr. Jan Maree (Australia), Prof. Chia Chin (Hong Kong), Sr. Angela (Singapore) and Mr Giam (Singapore) — together with our dedicated Phase 1 Master Trainers.

We look forward to another impactful week of learning, mentorship, and collaboration in advancing palliative care in the region. 🌿

https://youtu.be/yy0L90oLKY8?si=vCCp7oi6NrN-RKF3

10/11/2025

📅 Tune in on November 13 at 3 PM UTC

Join IAHPC’s Expert Panel Discussion on Balanced National Policies to Improve Safe and Adequate Access to Essential Palliative Care Medicines.

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/47uCy79
📝 Register here: https://bit.ly/4nKs7RJ