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AFOEM News - June 2026

A message from your President

As I am sure you are aware, following 12 months of turmoil at Board level, the Australian Charities and Not-for profit Commission (ACNC) appointed Adjunct Professor Susan Pascoe AM as Chair of the RACP Board and suspended the RACP President-elect, Dr Chandran until September 2026. The ACNC continues its independent investigation into the governance of the RACP, and the RACP is also investigating the events surrounding the 22 April Extraordinary General Meeting. I urge you to read the RACP Board communiqué for further information. The RACP AGM took place on 29 May 2026, confirming the appointments of new elected directors and the incoming RACP President-elect, Dr Julian Kelly.

On 30 May, a Convocation Ceremony was held at Sydney Town Hall. It was a memorable and joyous afternoon, particularly for graduating New Fellows and their families and friends. I was privileged to welcome Drs Hundal, Qureshi and Wan into our Faculty, and wish them all the best for their careers. Convocation is a powerful symbol of our Faculty’s primary purpose – the education of our trainees.

The AFOEM ATM was held in Melbourne from 15 to 17 May, preceded by the Ramazzini Prize presentations on 14 May. Congratulations to Dr Laura Cameron for winning best presentation for her research project, “Evaluating Gaps in Occupational Medicine Education Among Final-Year Medical Students in Queensland: A Mixed Methods Pilot Study”. Many thanks to the organisers, presenters and College staff who made the event such a success. Planning is already underway for the 2027 ATM to be held in Perth in May, and further details will follow when available. The ATM weekend was saddened, however, by the tragic passing of WA trainee Dr Adebola Adeiye. Our condolences go out to his family, friends and colleagues.

A key focus of our Faculty this year is a review of site accreditation criteria and the application form, and I thank you to the volunteers who have put their hands up to be part of this review. Mapping of our OEM Accreditation Standards to the new AMC Model Standards is now complete. This initiative is an important step in strengthening accreditation standards and processes for OEM, and in ensuring greater consistency and fairness in accreditation outcomes.

Our Annual Members’ Meeting (AMM) will be held virtually this year on 1 July from 4pm to 5pm AEST. Register here to attend. AFOEM Council recently discussed options to possibly hold the AMM in person in the future, and these ideas will be considered further to determine what might be possible.

Finally on education matters, on the AFOEM webpage are the dates and Zoom links for all Regional Training Meetings for 2026. Please support our trainees by attending when you can. If we all attend at least one, it will make a big difference to the educational value and, of course, the time can be claimed as CPD.

Dr Armand Casolin
AFOEM President

AFOEM insights

Best Practice in Occupational and Environmental Medicine Guidance Document
AFOEM and the Policy and Advocacy team have published an updated guidance document for Occupational and Environmental Medicine (OEM) physician and trainees, reflecting the expanded scope of practice and evolving workplace laws. Replacing the 2016 Ethical Guidelines, this document provides guidance across key areas including health assessments, hazard identification, legal compliance, education and research, while addressing the complex responsibilities involved in balancing multiple stakeholders.

This significant update was led by the AFOEM P&A Committee, with particular thanks to Dr Neil Westphalen and Dr Kathryn Powell. The document is available via the P&A library and the AFOEM webpage.

AFOEM Annual Members Meeting
The AFOEM AMM is your opportunity to stay informed about important updates and recent AFOEM activities. We encourage all members to attend.
Date: Wednesday, 1 July
Format: online
Time: 4pm to 5pm AEST | 3.30pm to 4.30pm ACST | 2pm to 3pm AWST | 6pm to 7pm NZST
Register: here

Ramazzini Prize 2026 Winner
The Ramazzini Prize was held in Melbourne on Thursday, 14 May 2026, ahead of the Annual Training Meeting. Congratulations to Dr Laura Cameron, recipient of the 2026 Ramazzini Prize. We also thank Jobfit, a proud supporting sponsor of the event.

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L to R: April Scholes, Dr Laura Cameron, and Dr Peter Robinson

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Stay up to date with the latest news from the trainee community and discover ways to enhance your training. From new resources to upcoming events, there's always something to support your growth and development.
 

Help Shape the Future of Your Faculty
Interested in joining an AFOEM committee? Expressions of interest are now open for the following positions:

AFOEM Stage A Written Examination
The Stage A Written Examination tests your knowledge in occupational and environmental medicine to determine your readiness to progress to Stage B training. See key dates here.

AFOEM Stage B Written Examination
The Stage B Written Examination tests your knowledge in occupational and environmental medicine through scenario based, short answer responses. See key dates here.
 
AFOEM Stage B Practical Examination
The Stage B Practical Examination tests your clinical skills in occupational and environmental medicine at the end of Stage B training. See key dates here

For exam-related enquiries contact: Faculty.Examinations@racp.edu.au
For general training enquires, contact: occenvmed@racp.edu.au

Trainee and Supervisor Wellbeing: Practical Strategies for Self-Care, Psychological Safety and Team Support webinar
Date: Monday, 6 July 2026
Time: 4pm to 5pm AEST | 3.30pm to 4.30pm ACST | 2pm to 3pm AWST | 6pm to 7pm NZST
Format: online
Facilitators: Dr Susannah Ward and Dr David Beaumont
Guest Speakers: Dr Sabine Hennel and Dr Aidan Tan
Register: here

RACP Trainee Research Awards
Trainee Research Awards (TRAs) provide a valuable opportunity for trainees to present their research at an Australian state or territory or Aotearoa New Zealand event. Find out more about the awards and eligibility requirements.

AFOEM Events and Meetings
Don’t forget to check the AFOEM webpage for upcoming events and meetings you might find interesting. These opportunities make it easier to connect, contribute, and be an active part of our Faculty.

    Awards, scholarships and prizes

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    The RACP Foundation offers Fellowships, scholarships, grants, and prizes to members dedicated to advancing healthcare. There are also various Research and Award Grants, and Medals and Prizes that recognise the exceptional contributions and achievements of our Fellows and trainees.

    Now Open

    • AFOEM Essay Prize: open to medical students or interns in their first year after graduation. Closes: Saturday, 31 October 2026
    • AFOEM Registrar Travel Fellowship: (up to $10,000) provides support to an AFOEM registrar to undertake overseas study in an aspect of occupational and environmental medicine.
    • AFOEM Research Development Grant: (up to $30,0000) is available to fund smaller projects to support and encourage research in the field of occupational and environmental medicine.

    Other Grants and Awards

    Make an impact

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    Discover how you can make a meaningful impact by volunteering for an exciting opportunity within the Faculty. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills, gain experience, or simply give back, there are plenty of rewarding opportunities waiting for you.

    Thank you!
    A big thank you to Dr Peter Robinson, Ramazzini Chair, and Dr Michael Tombros, Dr John Cross and Dr Evan Dryson, for judging this year’s AFOEM Ramazzini Prize in Melbourne.

    We would also like to thank the AFOEM Annual Training Meeting (ATM) Organising Committee – Dr Joe Slesenger, Dr Amanda Sillcock, Dr Peter Sharman, Dr Noa Segal, Dr Kah Heng Lee, Dr Ye Ko and Dr Cheryl Tang – for their hard work in delivering a successful and valuable ATM 2026. We also acknowledge Dr Bruce Hocking, Dr David Goddard and Dr Hardeep Hundal for their assistance with the worksite visits.

    Expressions of Interest

    Calling all VIC/TAS AFOEM Fellows
    Interested in joining AFOEM Council to help shape the future of the Faculty and serve as Chair of the QLD/NT Regional Committee? Apply here

    Calling all QLD/NT AFOEM Fellows
    An opportunity is available for a QLD/NT AFOEM Fellow to join AFOEM Council as a Regional Representative. Apply here

    Reviewers for Research Projects
    Seeking AFOEM Fellows to review Written Communication Portfolios and Advanced Training Research Projects for AT Trainees. If you are interested, please contact OccEnvMed@racp.edu.au

    Seeking Fellows for State or Territory Committee
    Opportunity to join a State or Territory Committee as Member Representative for a 3-year appointed term. Appy here

    Opportunity to join a State or Territory Committee for a 12-month casual vacancy position. Apply here

    Calling for Fellow to join the OTP Assessment Committee. Apply here 

    AFOEM Policy & Advocacy Committee
    Trainee Representative to AFOEM Policy & Advocacy

    AFOEM Regional Committees
    AFOEM NSW/ACT Regional Committee, 1 x Fellow, 1 x trainee
    AFOEM QLD/NT Regional Committee, 4 x Fellows, 1 x trainee
    AFOEM WA Regional Committee, 1 x trainee
    AFOEM SA Regional Committee, 4 x Fellows, x 1 x trainee
    AFOEM VIC/TAS Regional Committee, 2 x Fellows, 1 x trainee

    AFOEM Representative to the NSW Hospital Industry Action Group

    Calling all OEM Advanced Trainees
    Seeking an Advanced Trainee to join the OEM Faculty Training Program Committee (FTPC)

    Calling all AFOEM Fellows
    Seeking AFOEM Fellows who are interested in observing the AFOEM Stage B Practical with the view to becoming a registered examiner for future assessments

    AFOEM Representative on the Medical Assessment Tribunals

    QLD Regional Committees
    Join a state or territory committee as member representative. Find out more or email your expression of interest (EOI) form and CV to racpqld@racp.edu.au. Visit the RACP Queensland Committee webpage to learn more about its current and past advocacy work, initiatives and events.

    Keep your eye on the Standards Australia website for reviews
    Standards Australia regularly reviews workplace standards and your expert input can help improve worker and workplace health and safety. We encourage you to visit Standards Australia and let us know which Standards you’d like to be involved with.

    If you see a Standard coming up for review, please email policy@racp.edu.au. We look forward to hearing from you.

     View more expressions of interest

    Upcoming AFOEM/ANZSOM events

    Upcoming events 2025

    Explore our updated events list for a chance to gain valuable insights, grow your expertise, and connect with your colleagues. Each event is designed to inspire, inform, and elevate your professional journey.

    Kevin Sleigh Memorial Lecture
    Topic: Can we reinvent Primary Care for injured workers?
    Presenter: Dr Hugh Seward AM, Medical and Recovery Director, WorkSafe Victoria
    Date: Monday, 17 August 2026
    Format: Hybrid – RACP Melbourne office, level 1, 500 Bourke Street, or online
    Cost: $50 in person, free online
    Time: In person 6pm AEST in person. Lecture starts at 6.30pm AEST | 6pm ACST | 4.30pm AWST | 8.30pm NZST
    Register: here

    AFOEM Annual Members Meeting
    Date: Wednesday, 1 July 2026
    Format: online
    Time: 4pm to 5pm AEST | 3.30pm to 4.30pm ACST | 2pm to 3pm AWST | 6pm to 7pm NZST
    Register: here

    AFOEM Ferguson-Glass Oration, ANZSOM ASM
    Date: Monday, 26 October 2026
    Speaker: Professor Michael Kidd
    Location: Adelaide Convention Centre
    Register: here

    AFOEM Events and meetings
    Don’t forget to visit the AFOEM webpage to stay up to date with upcoming meetings and events. 

    ANZSOM also has a number of webinars and events coming up:

    ANZSOM ASM 2026
    Evidence & Experience in Occupational Health
    Date: 25 to 28 October 2026
    Location: Adelaide Convention Centre
    Register: here

    Previous Webinar Recordings – available to AFOEM Fellows and trainees who are ANZSOM members.

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    AFOEM contact details

    AFOEM Faculty enquiries (including Council and committees):
    Jane Konjevic
    AFOEM Executive Officer
    Email: afoem@racp.edu.au

    Aotearoa NZ AFOEM office:
    Email: AoNZ_AFRM@racp.org.nz

    AFOEM Education and Training enquiries:
    Education Officer
    Email: occenvmed@racp.edu.au

    AFOEM Examination enquiries:
    Examination Coordinator, Assessment and Selection Unit
    Email: examinations@racp.edu.au

    AFOEM training site accreditation enquiries:
    Site Accreditation Unit
    Email: accreditation@racp.edu.au

    AFOEM CPD enquiries:
    Email: mycpd@racp.edu.au

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