Vancouver will proudly host the 8th International Society for Physical Activity and Health (ISPAH) Congress, October 12 to 14, 2021. The ISPAH Congress represents the world’s largest forum related to physical activity and public health. ISPAH is recognized as the leading global society focusing on promoting physical activity across the lifespan.
Based out of the spectacular Vancouver Convention Centre, the 8th ISPAH Congress will bring together thought-leaders, policy makers, community leaders, Indigenous elders, and researchers from over 30 countries for conversation, debate, and innovation based on the theme of “The Wholistic Approach to Health and Wellness through Physical Activity: Body, Spirit, and Mind.” A key objective of the conference will be to advance our knowledge of the benefits of physical activity for optimal health and well-being across the lifespan. There will also be a special focus on improving our understanding of health disparities globally and wholistic wellness within Indigenous communities.
This year owing to the global COVID-19 outbreak we have delayed the Congress to 2021 to help ensure the safety and well being of our delegates and also allow for the attendance of delegates from around the world.
Congress Themes
Overall Congress Theme: “The Wholistic Approach to Health and Wellness Through Physical Activity: Body, Spirit, and Mind.”
A key objective of the conference will be to advance our knowledge of the benefits of physical activity for optimal health and well-being across the lifespan. There will also be a special focus on improving our understanding of health disparities globally, and wholistic wellness within Indigenous communities.
Presentation tracks / themes:
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- Measurement and Surveillance (Physical activity, Sedentary behaviour)
- Indigenous Health & Wellness
- Traditional Indigenous Health & Wellness Practices
- Knowledge Translation (Policy and Practice)
- Advocacy
- Behaviour Change (Physical activity, Sedentary behaviour)
- Environment
- Active Transport
- Aging (Physical activity, Sedentary behaviour)
- Early Childhood (Physical activity, Sedentary behaviour)
- School-age Children (Physical activity, Sedentary behaviour)
- Adolescents (Physical activity, Sedentary behaviour)
- Epidemiology (Physical activity, Sedentary behaviour)
- Physical Activity Domains and Health
- Technology
- Screen time
- Mental Health
- The 24-hour Movement Paradigm
- Implementation Science (Physical activity, Sedentary behaviour)
- Minority, Indigenous and/or Low-income Populations (Physical activity, Sedentary behaviour)
- Clinical Populations
- Sport and Recreation
- Workplace (Physical activity, Sedentary behaviour)
- Disabilities
- Public Health Interventions
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Please visit the conference website for further essential information.
