Caregivers’ Conference 2027

Planning is now underway for the 7th International PWS Caregivers’ Conference, a cornerstone event in the IPWSO calendar. Over three intensive days, this conference will bring together professional caregivers, support staff, and PWS association leaders from around the world to share expertise, exchange practice-driven knowledge, and shape the future of PWS care.

Caregivers are at the heart of health and well-being for people living with PWS. This event ensures they have access not only to the most up-to-date practices, but also to a rich environment for collaboration, where real-world experience and professional insight come together to drive innovation in care.

Interested in hosting the 7th International PWS Caregivers’ Conference in 2027?

Since the inaugural gathering in Herne, Germany in 2008, the Caregivers’ Conference has become a vital fixture of the IPWSO calendar. Hosting this event is an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact on the international PWS community, showcase your country’s commitment to excellence in care, and play a leading role in shaping global caregiver collaboration.

If you’re interested in hosting the 7th International PWS Caregivers’ Conference, we invite you to learn more by reviewing the Guidance Document and Budget Template.

📅 Deadline for bids: 27 March 2026

To discuss your interest in hosting or for any questions, please email IPWSO Project Manager, Shelly Cordner scordner@ipwso.org.

Details about our 2024 Caregivers’ Conference in Berlin, Germany can be found through the link on this page.

Where caregivers shape change

The Caregivers’ Conference is more than a training event, it is a global platform for advancing standards of care. Participants will explore the latest thinking and practical approaches on topics that directly impact the lives of those with PWS, including:

• Emerging research and the future of PWS support
• Balancing autonomy, individual rights, and duty of care
• Building relationships and fostering independence
• New diagnostic tools and behaviour management strategies
• The role of therapies across the lifespan
• The challenges of ageing with PWS
• The potential of technology in care provision

Through lectures, workshops, and interactive discussions, caregivers will not only gain new skills but also actively contribute to shaping better, more responsive models of care worldwide.