Nau Mai, Haere Mai, Welcome
The theme of this year’s 17th annual Otago Global Health Institute (OGHI) conference is: Global Health in Challenging Times.
Join us to discuss the latest developments in global health research as we confront the most pressing health challenges of our time amid a rapidly shifting global political landscape. This event brings together leading and emerging researchers, practitioners, and advocates to explore innovative evidence-based solutions to global health issues. In an era where geopolitical tensions, and funding uncertainties and misinformation threaten scientific collaboration and progress, as well as the day-to-day health and security of millions of people around the world, this conference serves as a vital forum for jointly charting a path forward. Held in conjunction with the conference is the 2025 McAuley Oration, a free public lecture.
This year’s McAuley Orator is Emeritus Professor Philip Nel, Politics Programme, University of Otago, who will speak on “Where you live should not determine whether you live”. More details here.
Keynote speakers are:
- Professor Nichole Georgeou, Humanitarian and Development Studies, University of Western Sydney
- Dr Emma Powell, Director of Te Puna Vai Marama: Cook Islands Centre for Research, Rarotonga, and Senior Lecturer, Te Tumu School of Māori, Pacific, and Indigenous Studies, University of Otago
Invited speaker is Dr Berk Özler, Honorary Associate Professor, Centre for International Health, University of Otago, and formerly Lead Economist and Research Manager, Development Research Group, World Bank.
A panel of experts will discuss global health responses to the current challenging times.
Whether you are working, researching, or just exploring the field of global health, we look forward to welcoming you to the 2025 OGHI conference to share your research, hear from other researchers, discuss projects, and foster new partnerships.
Conference information
Date: Tuesday 25 - Wednesday 26 November 2025
Time: Varies daily (programme available soon)
Venue: Room 1.17, 1st floor, Otago Business School, Union Street East, Dunedin