THE 19th POSTGRADUATE FORUM ON HEALTH SYSTEM & POLICY
Policy and Action for Sustainable Health
Yogyakarta, June 17-18 2025
Faculty of Medicine Public Health and Nursing, Universitas Gadjah Mada
📢 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS & REGISTRATION! 📢
📢 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED 📢
Join us at The 19th Postgraduate Forum on Health System and Policy with the theme:
“Policy and Action for Sustainable Healthcare 2030”
📅 Event Date: June 17-18, 2025
📍 Location: Yogyakarta, Indonesia
✨ Sub-themes include:
✅ Resilient Integrated Health Systems
✅ Community-Centered Health & Workforce Promotion
✅ Health Data Innovation & Digital Transformation
✅ Evidence-Based Policy Action & Green Healthcare
📝 Abstract Submission Deadline [Extended]: April 28, 2025
📢 Notification of Acceptance: May 7, 2025
💰 Registration Fees (Early Bird until May 15, 2025):
🎟️ International: $100 (Early Bird) | $120 (Regular)
🎟️ Local (Indonesian): 1.250K IDR (Early Bird) | 1.500K IDR (Regular)
Virtual Participant Registration Deadline 10 June 2025
💻 Virtual: $50 (International) | 750K IDR (Indonesian)
🔗 Submit your abstract & register now!
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The Post Graduate Forum (PGF) on Health System and Policy was established as a platform for postgraduate students to share their research, experiences, and insights on critical issues in health systems and policy. It provides an opportunity for students and early-career professionals to engage with experts, explore emerging challenges, and discuss evidence-based solutions for building sustainable and resilient health systems.
The 19th PGF, themed “Policy and Action for Sustainable Health,” will focus on addressing the pressing global challenges in health policy and systems, including post-pandemic recovery, health equity, and the integration of technology and sustainability in healthcare. This forum is particularly significant as health systems worldwide strive to rebuild and strengthen their foundations after the disruptions caused by COVID-19, climate change, and other global health crises.
Objectives
- To disseminate research findings on health system and policy issues at an international level.
- To enhance the capacity of postgraduate students in conducting and presenting impactful health research.
- To strengthen relationships and collaborative efforts among academia, policymakers, and stakeholders in addressing health system issues.
- To explore innovative and sustainable health practices through thematic plenaries and presentations.
Topics for Oral and Poster Presentations
1. Resilient Integrated Health Systems through Sustainable Financing
2. Community-Centered Health and Health Workforce Promotion
3. Health Data Innovation and Digital Transformation
4. Evidence-Based Policy Action and Sustainable Green Healthcare
Targeted Participants
Academics and Researchers
- Postgraduate students (Master’s and Ph.D.) and recent graduates in health-related fields from institutions worldwide.
- Researchers and faculty members specializing in Health Policy and Management, Public Health, or related disciplines.
Policymakers and Practitioners
- Professionals working in government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and international organizations involved in health policy and system development.
- Healthcare practitioners and administrators interested in integrating evidence-based practices into health systems.
Industry and Other Stakeholders
- Representatives from private sector organizations, think tanks, and health-related industries contributing to policy and innovation.
- Students and professionals from interdisciplinary fields, such as technology, economics, and environmental sciences, with an interest in health policy and sustainability.
Important Dates
| 03 February 2025 | Abstract Submission Open |
| 28 April 2025 | Deadline for Abstract Submission (Extended) |
| 07 May 2025 | Accepted Abstract Notification |
| 08 May 2025 | Participant Registration Open |
| 15 May 2025 | Deadline for Early bird Participant Registration |
| 9 June 2025 | Deadline for Participant Registration |
First Day
| Time | Agenda | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 08.00 – 08.30 | Opening Ceremony | Welcome address and introduction to the forum |
| ● UGM | ||
| 08.30 – 09.30 | Keynote Speech | Delivered by a distinguished expert in health policy and systems |
| ● Indonesia’s Minister of Health* | ||
| ● Lancet countdown* | ||
| 09.30 – 11.00 | Plenary Session I | Thematic session featuring invited speakers |
| ● Erasmus University* | ||
| 11.00 – 12.30 | Oral Presentations | Parallel between oral sessions across themes |
| 12.30 – 13.30 | Lunch | Networking opportunity for participants |
| 13:30 – 15:00 | Plenary Session II : Panel Discussion | Discussions on key topics related to sustainable health |
| ● Peking University* | ||
| 15.00 – 16.30 | Oral Presentations | Continuation of parallel sessions |
| Themes | ||
| 20.00 – 22.00 | Gala Dinner | Held at Taman IKM*, Universitas Gadjah Mada, featuring a networking and cultural program |
Second Day
| Time | Agenda | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 08.00 – 09.30 | Plenary Session III | Exploration of innovative solutions for sustainable health systems |
| ● * | ||
| 09.30 – 11.00 | Poster Presentations | Parallel between poster sessions across themes |
| 11.00 – 12.30 | Synergy Hub (Thematic Working Group) | Interactive networking among researchers, students, policymakers, and other stakeholders |
| 12.30 – 13.30 | Lunch | Informal networking opportunity |
| 13.30 – 14.00 | Poster Presentations | Parallel between poster sessions across themes |
| 14.00 – 15.30 | Plenary Session IV: Panel Discussion | Engaging discussions on cross-cutting issues in health policy |
| ● UGM* | ||
| ● Songkla* | ||
| ● UKM* | ||
| 15.30 – 16.30 | Award and Closing Ceremony | Announcement of awards for best presentations and formal closing remarks |
Pre-Conference
🌍 Get Ready for the Pre-Conference Sessions!
Join us at the 19th Postgraduate Forum on Health System and Policy with the theme:
“Policy and Action for Sustainable Healthcare 2030”
📅 Take part in a series of webinars, hybrid seminars, and workshops led by experts in health policy, health technology, emergency response, artificial intelligence, and more!
✨ Exciting Topics Include:
🔹 Health Technology Assessment (HTA) — 5 May 2025, organized by KP-MAK Center
🔹 Emergency Medical Teams (EMT) & Health Workforce Development — 16 June 2025, organized by CHPM
🔹 Data Visualization — 12–13 June 2025, organized by BEPH / CHPM / HPM
🔹 Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis Training
🔹 Evidence-Based Decision-Making for Sustainable Health Policies
🔹 Artificial Intelligence & Digital Twin in Healthcare
🔹 Implementing Integrated Health Plans in Southeast Asia
📍 Format: Online, Hybrid, and In-Person
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🔗 Register now: postgraduateforum.net/preconf
🌱🩺 Let’s shape the future of sustainable healthcare together!
The 19th Postgraduate Forum will be held on 17th – 18th June 2025 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
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