Advancing Equity: Social Determinants in Migrant and Refugee Health Research Symposium

The AUT Migrant and Refugee Health Research Centre (MRHRC) and the New Zealand Policy Research Institute (NZPRI) are pleased to co-host a symposium focused on advancing equity in migrant and refugee health through the lens of social determinants.

This event will bring together 250 researchers, community leaders, professionals and practitioners, and policymakers to share innovative work, strengthen partnerships, and explore pathways to improve health outcomes and equity for migrant and refugee communities in Aotearoa New Zealand and globally.

Event details

Date: Friday, 21 November 2025
Time: 8am-5pm (registration opens at 8am, event starts at 8.30am)
Venue: AF113, AUT North Campus
Address: 90 Akoranga Drive, Northcote, Auckland 0627

Draft programme: Download the symposium programme

Abstract booklet: Download the symposium abstract booklet

Symposium karakia and waiata

As part of the mihi whakatau, we will start the day with a karakia and waiata to ground the event in respect and shared purpose. All participants are encouraged to familiarise themselves with these in advance so that we may perform them together as a collective at the symposium.

Download the karakia and waiata

Registration

Registrations have now closed due to high demand.
If you would still like to attend, please email mrhrc@aut.ac.nz, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Visitor information

• Hotel options, transportation, campus map and parking information: Information leaflet
  • The symposium will take place in the AZ and AF buildings
  • Volunteers and staff will be onsite to assist with directions
• Symposium flyer: Download the flyer for the event