We are delighted to announce that Professor Samar Aoun AM will speak at the WA International Women’s Day 2026 – Leaders Breakfast Event.
Professor Aoun holds the Perron Institute Research Chair in Palliative Care at the University of Western Australia (UWA). Moreover, she improves person-centred end-of-life care for underserved groups. These include people with motor neurone disease, dementia, and terminal illness, plus their families and carers. Additionally, she chairs Compassionate Communities Australia and the South West Compassionate Communities Network. Through these roles, she promotes community-led support. Specifically, she builds death literacy, strengthens networks, and delivers fairer palliative care beyond formal healthcare. Furthermore, as the 2023 WA Australian of the Year, Professor Aoun shifts care into communities. She empowers volunteers as “Community Connectors.” Above all, she champions compassion in dying, caregiving, and grieving.
Join Us: WA International Women’s Day 2026 – Leaders Breakfast Event
Join us at the WA International Women’s Day 2026 – Leaders Breakfast Event. Together, we will celebrate International Women’s Day with a special breakfast. This event honours remarkable women who shaped Western Australia’s history not only through leadership and activism but also through motherhood, caregiving, and community building. Set against the rich heritage of Western Australia, the breakfast will highlight pioneering women who sparked change in their families, communities, and across the state. We will reflect on their legacy and look forward to a future where inclusion and equality thrive. Don’t miss this inspiring celebration of women’s leadership and contributions.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, 6 March 2026
Time: 6:30am to 10:00am AWST
Venue: State Reception Centre, Fraser’s Kings Park
We look forward to welcoming you to this moving and inspiring celebration of women’s achievements and contributions.