Virtual health and well-being summit

Navigating the path to better health across the lifespan

18 and 19 October 2025

This summit, hosted by our Faculty of Business and Law, offers a unique platform for interdisciplinary exchange. It brings together leading researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and technology developers to explore the intersection of ageing, digital innovation, and workplace/societal health and well-being. The goal is to identify and promote evidence-based strategies that improve quality of life and health outcomes across the lifespan.

By examining the role of emerging technologies such as AI and other virtual health tools, the summit will spotlight digital solutions that support independent living, bridge healthcare gaps, and foster resilience among older populations. Discussions will also centre on building age-friendly workplaces and communities, supporting mental well-being, and addressing the broader ecological and societal factors shaping health in later life.

Aligned with ARU’s research priorities in health performance and well-being, this international hybrid event invites collaboration and actionable dialogue that will inform practice, influence policy, and inspire innovation.

Conference themes

The summit will focus on critical areas of ageing and digital health, reinforcing our research themes of Health, Performance and Wellbeing, Safe and Inclusive Communities and Sustainable Futures:

Objectives

The summit aims to:

Methodology and format

Target audience

We invites a diverse group of professionals and stakeholders:

More information

The evolving landscape of health and well-being is increasingly shaped by demographic shifts and technological advancements. As populations age, the demand for effective health solutions customized to older adults continues to grow. At the same time, digital health innovations are transforming healthcare delivery, thereby offering new ways to support ageing populations and enhance well-being across the lifespan.

Workplaces and communities play a crucial role in adapting to these changes. Employers must address the needs of an ageing workforce, while communities must foster environments that promote healthy ageing. Digital health tools—including telemedicine, wearable technology, and AI-driven health monitoring—hold immense potential to bridge gaps in healthcare access and improve outcomes for older adults.

Aligned with our leadership in health performance and well-being, this summit provides a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue on the intersection of ageing and digital health. By bringing together experts, researchers, and practitioners, the event seeks to advance strategies that support healthy ageing, workplace longevity, and digital innovations that enhance well-being.

The virtual health and well-being summit serves as a vital platform to explore how digital health can support ageing populations in workplaces and communities. By highlighting innovative solutions and fostering cross-sector collaboration, the event provides actionable insights to enhance healthcare access, workplace longevity, and independent living for older adults. Participants will leave equipped with practical strategies to drive meaningful impact in the evolving landscape of ageing and digital health.

See submission guidelines in the call for papers