Melbourne, Australia is very pleased and proud to put forward a bid to host the ICOH 2021 Congress. By sharing scientific knowledge and solutions in a stimulating and friendly environment, our aim is to improve occupational health locally, regionally and globally.

The Host City

Rated the ‘World’s Most Liveable City’ for the fourth year in a row in 2014, Melbourne is the ideal host city for ICOH 2021. It is one of the world’s safest, friendliest and cleanest destinations, with very low air pollution levels.

As well as being Australia’s major sporting and cultural events capital, Melbourne has a broad multicultural population and is an important destination for scientific meetings, reflected in its exceptional record of successfully hosting major conferences and catering for the special needs of international delegates.

The city is Australia’s knowledge, research and innovation capital, with an active network of leading occupational health and safety research institutes. A number of field visits will be available to delegates during ICOH 2021 to demonstrate solutions which have been developed to improve worker health and safety.

  ICOH 2021 in Melbourne will offer you a rich social program and an excellent variety of pre- and post- touring options. It is a great opportunity to take your family to experience unique Australian wildlife, excellent food and wine, sports and culture, all in a safe and welcoming environment.

The Venue and Accommodation

The proposed congress venue is the world-class Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, a fully-integrated venue set on the iconic Yarra River, and only a 20 minute drive from the international airport. The venue is centrally located and surrounded by bustling restaurants, entertainment, and a variety of shops.

Melbourne has a superb range of accommodation to suit all budgets, tastes and delegates’ needs. Most of Melbourne’s city hotels are within walking distance of the Convention Centre, meaning delegates can easily make their own way to and from the venue.

Host Organisation and Team

The Host Organisation is the Australasian Faculty of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (AFOEM), the Occupational Physician professional and training body for Australia and New Zealand. AFOEM has received extensive support for ICOH 2021 from related occupational health and safety professional bodies, government agencies, academia, the tourism industry and other occupational health stakeholders in the region.

The Melbourne 2021 bid is being led by Professor Malcolm Sim, ICOH Board Member, and Professor Dino Pisaniello, ICOH National Secretary for Australia.

Highly qualified and experienced local organising and scientific committees have been established which will ensure a stimulating, informative and interactive scientific program.

ICOH 2021 in Melbourne will focus on engaging experienced, as well as early and mid-career occupational health professionals from around the world. Scholarships and other support will be provided for delegates from low income countries.

 We look forward to the opportunity of welcoming delegates from all around the world in 2021. For more information, please click here.

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