School Nurses Handbook
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Leadership in Action: empowering nurses in primary care
What is Leadership in Action?
The Australia–Japan Foundation is funding a collaboration between APNA, Hiroshima University and the Japan Primary Care Association.
APNA is working with Associate Professor Mayumi Kako to connect primary health care nurses between the two countries. Nurses will have the opportunity to share expertise on workforce development, leadership, gender equity, and supporting diverse communities.
The program includes three webinars, a visit from Japanese primary health care nurses in February, and a return visit by Australian nurses in May for the Japan Primary Care Association Conference in Kyoto.
Upcoming events
Please note that due to high demand and limited capacity, the webinar registrations are now closed.
Session Three
Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2027, 7-8:30pm (AEDT), 5-6:30pm (JST)
Theme: Considering actionable steps for practice
Leaders driving nursing policy and organisations will discuss methods and strategies for "delivering necessary care to those who need it". This session offers perspectives connecting policy, organisations, and the frontlines.
Webinar registrations are now closed
Past events
Session One took place on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, 7-8:30pm (AEDT), 5-6:30pm (JST). The theme was Nursing Care Models Developed in Primary Care.
Session Two took place on Wednesday, 18 February 2026, 7-8:30pm (AEDT), 5-6:30pm (JST). The theme was Nursing advocacy.
Session Three took place on Wednesday, 20 April 2027, 7-8:30pm (AEDT), 5-6:30pm (JST). The them was Considering actionable steps for practice
The Melbourne Study Tour took place 15 February to 22 February. More information on this experience coming soon.
Japan Study Tour
Date: May 2026
This opportunity has now closed for application dates.
Join us in Kyoto for the Japan Primary Care Association Conference, where Australian nurses will connect with global leaders in primary care.
Up to five grants will be available to support attendance, including travel and accommodation assistance.
Priority will be given to nurses who participate in at least two of the three Leadership in Action webinars.
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Expression of Interest: Attend Japan Primary Care Conference in Kyoto
APNA invites expressions of interest from current and aspiring primary care nurse leaders for the Leadership in Action: Empowering Nurses in Primary Care project. Up to five grants available to attend the 17th Annual Japan Primary Care Association Conference in Kyoto, May 2026. Apply by 1 February 2026.
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