The Pride and Progress in Pharmacy Conference 2027 invites pharmacists, researchers, educators, students, and healthcare professionals to submit abstracts that showcase initiatives that contribute to equitable healthcare, inclusive pharmacy services, and improved patient outcomes across diverse communities.

We welcome submissions from across all areas of pharmacy practice, education, research, policy, interprofessional initiatives, and workforce development that demonstrate progress toward a more inclusive and patient-centred profession.

But I am not a researcher, how can I submit an abstract?

That is completely fine! This is your chance to showcase initiative contributions you make to inclusive practice. This could be services that you offer in your pharmacy, approaches to inclusion that you use in your practice and many more. This is not a traditional research conference but a space where LGBTQIA+ pharmacy professionals and allies can connect, learn and lead meaningful change in healthcare. 

Important Dates

• Abstract submissions close: 31 July 2026

• Notification of outcomes: End of September 2026

Themes of Interest

We want to see any innovations that support diverse communities. Think about creative things that you have done in your practice; services that you offer, inclusive education that you deliver and many more… 

Abstracts may address (but are not limited to):

• Inclusive pharmacy practice

• LGBTQIA+ health research

• Workforce culture and safety

• Public health and infectious diseases

• Gender-affirming care

• Education and curriculum innovation

If you feel your initiative does not quite fit any of the above categories, please contact our friendly conference team at program@prideprogresspharmacy.com

Abstract Structure

Abstracts must follow the conference template and include the following sections. If you feel that your initiative does not quite fit this format please email the friendly conference team at program@prideprogresspharmacy.com 

Title

This is a snappy title to concisely describe what you are presenting.

Authors

List all contributing authors and affiliations.

Background - What is known about this topic?

Provide context or rationale for your work and explain why this topic matters for pharmacy practice, patient care and/or inclusivity.

Objective(s) - Why did we do it?

Clearly state the purpose of the initiative or research. What were you trying to achieve with this initiative?

Action (Method) - What did we do?

Outline how the project was conceptualised and implemented, including methods, participants and setting. What did you do and what did the initiative involve?

Evaluation - What happened and what did we find out? 

Present key outcomes of the initiative, including what worked, what didn’t, and any measurable impacts.What were the measured impacts of this work?

Discussion - What is the takeaway message for others? 

Reflect on the significance of the work and the potential or actual implications for pharmacy practice, patient care, or inclusivity. What does your work mean for others? What can others potentially take away to use in their own practice? 

Abstract Requirements

• Maximum 350 words

• No references

• Abstracts must follow the required structure above

Presentation Formats

Authors may indicate their preferred presentation format:

• A 20-minute oral presentation

• A 5-minute “Snappy” presentation

• Either format