WPAWP 2026: Official Conference Overview
The World Physiotherapy AWP Regional Conference 2026 is an international academic and professional gathering for the physiotherapy community. The official conference website says the meeting will bring together international and national experts to explore the intersection of clinical practice, education and public health.
The scientific programme is described as a mix of workshops, keynote lectures, interactive sessions, panel discussions, research presentations, quizzes and clinical-therapy activities. The conference is designed for physiotherapists at different stages of professional development, with an emphasis on improving access to knowledge and supporting compassionate, contextually relevant care.
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World Physiotherapy AWP Regional Conference 2026 at a Glance
- Event: World Physiotherapy AWP Regional Conference 2026 (WPAWP 2026)
- Dates: Saturday, 26 September to Sunday, 27 September 2026
- Venue: Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre), Sector 25, Dwarka, New Delhi
- Theme: Fitness for All: Empowering Communities, Building Inclusive Health!
- Host: Indian Association of Physiotherapists (IAP)
- Regional involvement: World Physiotherapy Asia Western Pacific (AWP) committee
- Official scale highlighted: 100+ speakers, 100+ sponsors, 20+ sessions and 8000+ participants
- Programme: workshops, keynotes, interactive sessions, panels, research presentations, quiz and clinical-therapy activities
Why WPAWP 2026 Matters
The conference theme places community fitness and inclusive health at the centre of the programme. This gives the meeting a broader scope than a purely clinical congress: it connects physiotherapy practice with education, public health, access, community participation and long-term health outcomes.
For clinicians, the event offers an opportunity to update knowledge and compare approaches across specialties. For researchers and educators, it provides a platform for academic exchange and research presentation. For students and early-career professionals, it creates exposure to international faculty, workshops and a wider professional network.
Clinical Practice & Evidence-Based Physiotherapy
The official conference description emphasises a broad spectrum of physiotherapy practices and a scientifically rigorous programme. Delegates can expect clinical content alongside discussion of how evidence, professional judgement and local context shape effective care.
- Clinical assessment and rehabilitation practice
- Evidence-informed treatment and decision-making
- Specialty-based physiotherapy knowledge exchange
- Patient-centred and contextually relevant care
- Professional development across career stages
Workshops, Keynotes & Interactive Learning
WPAWP 2026 is not structured around lectures alone. The organiser highlights workshops, keynote lectures, interactive sessions and panel discussions, creating multiple formats for practical learning and professional exchange.
Workshops
Practical and skill-focused learning led by experts and faculty.
Keynotes
High-level perspectives on current and emerging physiotherapy issues.
Interactive Sessions
Engagement-focused formats that encourage discussion and participation.
Panel Discussions
Multi-expert conversations on clinical, educational and professional topics.
Research, Education & Professional Development
Research presentations are part of the official conference programme, alongside education-oriented sessions and international collaboration. The event can therefore be valuable for physiotherapy academics, postgraduate students, researchers and clinicians interested in translating research into practice.
- Research presentations and academic exchange
- Clinical education and professional learning
- International and regional collaboration
- Knowledge translation from research to practice
- Networking with educators, clinicians and researchers
Fitness for All & Inclusive Health
The theme, “Fitness for All: Empowering Communities, Building Inclusive Health!”, signals a strong community-health dimension. It encourages discussion about how physiotherapy can reach people across different ages, abilities, settings and levels of access to care.
This focus is especially relevant to public health, disability inclusion, healthy ageing, prevention, participation and community-based rehabilitation.
About the Asia Western Pacific (AWP) Region
The official conference site describes the Asia Western Pacific Region as one of World Physiotherapy’s five global regions. It spans 32 national physiotherapy organisations across South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia, the Pacific Islands and the Middle East.
Regional activities focus on capacity building and education exchange, equitable access to physiotherapy, research, leadership development and regulatory reform. WPAWP 2026 in New Delhi continues a regional conference tradition that has included cities such as Hong Kong, Bangkok, Seoul, Mumbai, Jakarta and Taichung.
Who Should Attend WPAWP 2026?
Practising Physiotherapists
Clinicians seeking current knowledge, specialty learning, peer exchange and professional development.
Students & Researchers
UG/PG students, PhD scholars and researchers interested in presentations, faculty interaction and academic networking.
Educators & Institutions
Faculty members, programme leaders and institutions involved in physiotherapy education and workforce development.
Health & Rehabilitation Leaders
Professionals working across rehabilitation, community health, inclusion, public health and allied services.
Registration Information
The official registration page provides separate fee slabs for Indian delegates, delegates from developing countries and delegates from developed countries. For the current 1 July–15 September 2026 / on-spot Indian delegate slab, the page lists ₹7,500 for UG/PG students, ₹7,000 for IAP/IAPWC office bearers, ₹8,500 for IAP member professionals, and ₹9,000 for IAP non-members and accompanying persons.
The registration fee is stated to include the delegate kit, networking session, scientific sessions, cultural functions and entry to other conference events. Meals are an optional additional component. International delegates are asked to keep passport details ready during registration because they are required for visa processing.
Venue: Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi
Yashobhoomi — India International Convention & Expo Centre is located at Sector 25, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110061. The official WPAWP venue page identifies Yashobhoomi as the conference venue and highlights its large-scale convention infrastructure.
By Metro: Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25 station on the Airport Express Line provides direct access to the venue. The Airport Express also connects the venue corridor with Delhi Airport and New Delhi Railway Station.
By Road: The venue is accessible from the airport/NH-8 side via the surrounding Dwarka and Urban Extension Road network. Taxis and app-based cabs are widely available.
By Air: Indira Gandhi International Airport is the nearest major airport, with both Airport Express Metro and road connections to Yashobhoomi.
Planning Your Conference Visit
- Register before travel: complete registration and retain the confirmation email.
- Check programme updates: workshop, faculty and session information can change close to the event.
- Allow arrival time: Yashobhoomi is a large venue, so leave time for security, registration and finding your conference area.
- Use the Airport Express: it can be a convenient option for delegates staying around Delhi Airport, Aerocity or central Delhi.
- International delegates: keep passport and visa-related documents readily available.
- Book accommodation early: September is a busy exhibition and conference period around Yashobhoomi and Delhi Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is WPAWP 2026?
WPAWP 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, 26 September and Sunday, 27 September 2026 in New Delhi, India.
Where is it being held?
The conference is being held at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre (India International Convention & Expo Centre), Sector 25, Dwarka, New Delhi 110061.
Which hall is WPAWP 2026 in?
The official conference and venue pages checked on 31 August 2026 confirm Yashobhoomi as the venue, but do not publish a specific hall number. Reconfirm the hall in your registration confirmation or organiser updates before travel.
What is the theme?
“Fitness for All: Empowering Communities, Building Inclusive Health!”
Who is hosting the conference?
The conference is being hosted by the Indian Association of Physiotherapists (IAP), with involvement from the World Physiotherapy Asia Western Pacific (AWP) committee.
What programme formats are planned?
Workshops, keynote lectures, interactive sessions, panel discussions, research presentations, quiz and clinical-therapy activities.
How large is the event?
The official website highlights 100+ speakers, 100+ sponsors, 20+ sessions and 8000+ participants.
Is Yashobhoomi connected by Metro?
Yes. Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25 station is on the Airport Express Line and provides direct access to the venue.
Where can I check final information?
Use the official WPAWP 2026 website and your registration confirmation for the latest programme, registration and venue instructions.
Which hotel is convenient for WPAWP 2026 visitors?
Hotel Aerocity Purple Orchid is a budget-friendly hotel near Delhi Airport with practical road access to Yashobhoomi, Aerocity and Dwarka for conference delegates.
Official WPAWP 2026 Links
This guide was checked against the official WPAWP 2026 website on 31 August 2026. Programme details, faculty, workshops, registration information and operational instructions can change, so the organiser’s latest information should be treated as final.
Need a Hotel for WPAWP 2026?
Hotel Aerocity Purple Orchid offers a practical base near Delhi Airport for delegates attending events at Yashobhoomi. Staying on the airport side can be especially convenient for outstation and international visitors arriving by air while keeping road access to Dwarka and Aerocity straightforward.
Information checked: 31 August 2026. This independent visitor guide is not the official conference website. Conference details should be reconfirmed directly with the organiser before travel or payment.
Official Conference Enquiry
- Conference Secretariat: Dr Ruchi Varshney PT, Organizing Secretary – WPAWP 2026
- Conference email: connect@wpawp2026.org
- Conference phone: +91 98719 50748 / +91 78886 30065 / +91 84510 41410 / +91 96623 02606 / +91 98118 43602
- Conference Managers: SEM Events and Meetings Pvt. Ltd.
- Manager contact listed by organiser: Ms. Shikha – +91 81714 92255
Use the official WPAWP 2026 website for the latest programme, registration, workshop, faculty and venue instructions.
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