Accredited journalists may attend the conference free of charge via media registration. Media accreditation is approved on a per-application basis, and the number of registrations available is strictly limited. Media accreditation includes conference registration only – travel and accommodation costs are not included. 

To be eligible for media accreditation, journalists must be employed or on assignment from: 

• Recognised general-circulation print, online, or broadcast media; or 
• Recognised medical news media; or 
• Relevant community media with editorial channels (e.g. magazines, community newsletters) 

Media accreditation is intended for journalists at recognised publications only – individuals, agents or contractors from industry or non-editorial advertising and marketing companies may not register as media. A maximum of two eligible journalists per publication may be accredited. 

How to apply for media accreditation  

To apply for media accreditation, submit the following information via email to media@ashm.org.au: 

1. Your full name, contact details (email address and mobile number), and name of the media outlet you are representing. 
2. Proof of employment or letter of assignment from the publication you are representing. A letter from the commissioning editor, producer, or news director on letterhead with signature is acceptable. 
3. At least two recent samples of your previous work reporting on relevant topics in healthcare or HIV or AIDS or Sexual Health with your byline clearly visible. Preferably these samples are from the same media publication you are representing at this conference. Where available, these samples should be provided with a link to where it is publicly viewable (e.g. online news article, YouTube news clip). 

We may request additional information or materials on a case-by-case basis.

Activating your media accreditation If granted media accreditation, instructions on how to redeem your registration will be included in your acceptance email. If you have any questions regarding activating your media accreditation, contact media@ashm.org.au.

Interview and press opportunities Any opportunities for interviews or press comment will be sent via email to accredited and registered journalists prior to the conference. 

Visa information  

If you are travelling from overseas, it is your responsibility to organise the correct visa to cover the conference as media.