We are delighted to announce that we are back for the 7th Victorian ADHD Conference in 2026 at the wonderful Plenary at Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
As always, this will be an incredible one-of-a-kind event aimed at parents, educators, carers, family members, professionals and those themselves with ADHD.
This Conference will have a variety of information and strategies straight from nationally and internationally renowned experts, who will give you a fantastic understanding of ADHD from many different angles, arming you with the strategies to provide the best for those with ADHD.
✨ Meet Our Speakers
Em Hammond : Speech Pathologist | The Mind behind NeuroWild | Author
Widely known for her illustrations and resources about neurodiversity and supporting Autistic and ADHD kids, breaking down big ideas and tricky concepts into accessible language, frameworks, and practical tools.
Talk Title:
NeuroWild Things
Sandhya Menon: AuDHD Developmental Psychologist | Author
An AuDHD Developmental Psychologist and Author of the much-loved kids’ books The Brain Forest, The Rainbow Brain, and her latest creation, My Body’s Power Pack. Helping children and families build strong self-identities that celebrate and know their neurotype before the world tries to tell them otherwise
Talk Title:
Going There: Uncovering the Hidden Shame of ADHD
Dr Connie Buckingham: Registered Psychologist | Lecturer | Research Supervisor | Creator of Social Stencil
A trauma-informed, neuro-affirming psychologist with 25 years of experience weaving neuro-affirming principles with practical, engaging pedagogy-creating environments where all learners can belong and thrive.
Talk Title:
Friendships, Conflict and Strategies Social Stencil Style!
Vivian Dunstan: ADHD Educator & Advocate | Founder of ADHD Support Australia | Author
Over a decade of supporting neurodrivergent children, parents and families. Providing expert commentary on ADHD, Parenting and Women’s Mental Health.
Talk Title:
The 6Cs of calm, connected parenting: How a holistic approach can support ADHD families.
Dr Siobhan Lamb: Neurodevelopmental Educator | Registered Teacher
Working in the education industry for over 20 years as a teacher in Diverse Learning (neurodivergence), an accredited ADHD Coach (Evergreen) with certificate courses in emotional regulation and CPS (Collaborative and Proactive Solutions) and extensive experience supporting young neurodivergent people.
Talk Topic:
Beyond the Classroom: Supporting Neurodivergent Learners
Karise McNamee: AuDHD Counselling Social Worker | Researcher | Founder of Paths with Purpose
Over 12 years of experience in trauma informed and neurodiversity-affirming mental health practice, Associate Member of the Australasian ADHD Professionals Association, a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers Ethics Council and currently completing her PhD research in the area of late-diagnosed ADHD women.
Talk Topic:
Late Diagnosed ADHD Women
Saturday 2 May 2026 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (UTC+11)
LOCATION
Plenary – Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf Victoria 3006
