EBP 2026 Abstract Submission Form

From Evidence to Action: Getting it right from the start
Abstract Submission Form

The iHV is delighted to offer you the opportunity to present your practice or research at our 2026 annual Evidence-based Practice (EBP) Conference – “From evidence to Action: Getting it right from the start” which will be held at Bournemouth International Conference Centre.

The abstract submission deadline is the 30th of September 2026 and abstract authors will be notified of acceptance by the 17th October 2025.

Guidelines for submission can be found here.

All abstract authors will receive feedback from the iHV on their submission.

If you have any difficulties with this form, please contact conferences@ihv.org.uk
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If your abstract is accepted, the event organisers will decide which format it will take and will cater to your preference where appropriate and possible.
Which of our conference themes does your submission support? (choose as many as you feel are relevant)*

Transition to parenthood, including preconception careImproving neonatal and postnatal healthcareBreastfeeding and infant feedingPerinatal mental healthInfant and child mental healthHealthy nutrition, physical activity, and healthy weightReducing A&E attendance in children: Managing minor illnesses and reducing unintentional injuries, building health literacy.Keeping children safe - child and family-centred approachesImproving immunisation uptakeImproving oral healthChild development 0-5 years and improving school readinessSleepTackling the SEND crisis: Improving provision for children with developmental conditions, disabilities and complex health needsTobacco, alcohol and substance misuseHealthy couple relationshipsYoung parentsUnderrepresented groupsMaximising digital opportunities - including improving health visiting care delivery, enhancing efficiency, and increasing choice for families.Innovations in health visiting workforce education, including safe and effective skill-mixApproaches to increase workforce capacity – including recruitment, retention and workforce wellbeingLeadership development, including specialist health visitor rolesStrengthening researchExamples of quality improvement methods to improve health visiting servicesExamples of effective integrated pathways or service modelsService user engagement, experiences and insightsQuality standardsEvaluation - Measuring impactImplementation approaches – translating evidence into practice
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A short summary of your presentation (max 600 words)*

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Conference Fees

There is no fee for making a submission. However, if your submission is accepted, the presenting author(s) will be required to attend the conference in-person and pay the discounted speaker registration fee that applies to them.

Successful entrants will receive a special 25% discount on their conference ticket.
If your organisation is paying for your ticket, please ensure you have their approval prior to submitting your abstract.

To qualify for the discounted speaker rate, you will need to ensure the conference booking form is completed by 31st October 2025 and payment is made by 6th December 2025. Successful entrants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation expenses.

Please note that our conference ticket booking system is not yet live – so please hold the date in your diary – 6 May 2026 at the Bournemouth International Conference Centre.

See our conference and events FAQs for more information.
I understand that I will have to cover my own expenses, including travel, accommodation, and discounted conference registration fee*

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From Evidence to Action: Getting it right from the start

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