CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

Key Dates

Applications open:

Submissions close

Successful applicants notified:

Presentation date:

May 2026 to 20 September 2026

20 September 2026, 5pm (AEST)

9 October 2026

7/8 November 2026

The Australian and New Zealand Vulvovaginal Society (ANZVS) invites abstract submissions for the 2026 Scientific Meeting, to be held from 6-8 November, 2026 in Melbourne. This meeting brings together clinicians, researchers, and multidisciplinary experts committed to advancing vulvovaginal health.


We encourage submissions from clinicians at all stages, including trainees and early career researchers. Accepted abstracts may be published in conference materials.


Eligibility

We welcome submissions across all areas of vulvovaginal health and disease. Submissions may include clinical research, translational science,

case-based learning, and practice innovation.

Abstracts must be original work.

Ethical approval is assumed where required.


Prize

There is a $500 prize for the best submission and a great opportunity to share your work with a highly engaged audience and contribute to improving care for patients with vulvovaginal conditions.

The prize recipient will be announced at the conclusion of the session.

ANZVS reserves the right not to award the prize if no presentation meets a sufficient standard.

Disclaimer: In the event of a tie between two or more eligible applicants for the ANZVS Abstract Prize, the prize money will be equally shared among the winners. Each recipient will receive an equal portion of the total prize amount, which is AUD $500. The decision of the judging panel is final, and no appeals will be considered.

Apply

Before you apply, please read the Terms and Conditions. Submit your application via the abstract portal link below. Applicants should refer to the ANZVS Conflicts of Interest Policy and Privacy Policy.

Registration

Successful applicants will be required to register and pay to attend the conference. Travel costs are to be covered by the applicant.

Failure to register by the deadline will result in removal from the program.

Abstract Submission Process

1

Read the submission guidelines

2

Click on the 'Submit Abstract' button to open the portal, then create an author account

3

Complete the online submission form

4

Accept the Terms and Conditions and submit your abstract.

Themes

1. Clinical Management of Vulvovaginal Conditions

This theme focuses on diagnosis, investigation and management of vulval and vaginal conditions across the lifespan.

Topics may include:

  • Lichen sclerosus, lichen planus and inflammatory dermatoses
  • Vulval intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN) and vulval cancer
  • Vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VaIN)
  • Chronic vulval pain, vulvodynia and dyspareunia
  • Recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis and microbiome disorders
  • Genital dermatology and diagnostic challenges
  • Vulval manifestations of systemic disease
  • Hormonal influences (menopause, contraception, gender affirming care)
  • Pregnancy-related vulvovaginal conditions
  • Paediatric and adolescent vulval conditions
  • Procedural and surgical management
  • Multidisciplinary models of care

2. Epidemiology, Prevention and Public Health

This theme highlights patterns, risk factors and prevention strategies for vulvovaginal conditions.

Topics may include:

  • Epidemiology of vulval and vaginal disease
  • HPV-related disease and cancer prevention
  • Screening strategies and early detection
  • Health service delivery and access to care
  • Models of care and implementation science
  • Health inequities and priority populations
  • Rural, regional and remote health
  • Prevention strategies and education
  • Quality improvement and audit

 

3. Psychosocial, Cultural and Lived Experience

This theme focuses on the broader impact of vulvovaginal conditions and patient-centred care.

Topics may include:

  • Lived experience of vulval disease
  • Sexual function, intimacy and relationships
  • Psychological impact and quality of life
  • Stigmata and barriers to care
  • Communication and trauma-informed care
  • Cultural considerations and health equity
  • Patient education and health literacy
  • Community engagement and advocacy

Abstract Format

Title

  • Title should be a maximum of 25 words in length
  • Title should be descriptive, clearly identifying the key theme of the presentation
  • Do not use abbreviations in the title

Author/s

  • Name
  • Include professional titles (e.g. Dr, Prof) and qualifications (e.g. MBBS, FRCPA)
  • Affiliation (place of work)
  • Conflict of interest declared

Text

  • Abstracts should be a maximum of 250 words
  • Use standard abbreviations only


If you have any questions regarding the above information, please contact cherono@icebergevents.com.au.