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Asia-Pacific Society for Physical Activity
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Working towards advancing the health and wellbeing of all communities across the Asia Pacific region.

http://aspactivity.org/membership/
A place for all in sport 🎾

We sat down with Dr Lindsey Reece, one of our #ASPA2025 invited speakers, on ASPA Radio to get a sneak peek into her upcoming talk about Play Well.

👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ZS2I2cdxv9VfcJqpnnviL
November 25, 2025 at 4:55 AM
One size does not fit all in school-based physical activity 🏫

We sat down with Prof Russ Jago, one of our #ASPA2025 keynotes, on ASPA Radio to get a sneak peek into his upcoming talk and his journey into school-based physical activity.

👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/7rN0rifZjicYFqaMzoqjP5
November 25, 2025 at 1:55 AM
How we design our cities shapes how we move every day 🚦

We sat down with Sara Stace, one of our #ASPA2025 keynotes, on ASPA Radio to get a sneak peek into her upcoming talk and what sparked her journey into urban design and active travel.

👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1vIYPQLhYLW06B49XQwtzv
November 24, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Early movement matters 🛝

We sat down with Prof Patrick WC Lau, one of our #ASPA2025 keynotes, on ASPA Radio to get a sneak peek into his upcoming talk and what sparked his journey into early childhood physical activity in China.

👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Q1kZrK2JAq6DGAMCvnOgP
November 24, 2025 at 4:50 AM
🎉 Heading to #ASPA2025? Don’t miss our ECN Pre-Conference Social Event (25 Nov)!

Join fellow early-career attendees for a relaxed evening of networking, good conversation, and light refreshments before the conference kicks off.

👉 https://aspactivity.org/conference-2025/program/social-events/
November 24, 2025 at 1:05 AM
📣 It’s time to have your say!

Voting is still open for the ASPA Vice President and Conference Committee Chair positions. You can vote here: https://aspactivity.org/members-area/nominations/

Make sure your voice is heard - voting closes TODAY, 21 November 2025.
November 20, 2025 at 8:30 PM
TransformUs All Abilities protocol out now!

TransformUs All Abilities aims to support teachers to create more active, inclusive, and supportive environments for children with disability.

This paper is led by a number of ASPA Members: https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/11/e105311
November 20, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Helping kids move more

Prof Jo Salmon, ASPA President, was recently interviewed by the Heart Foundation. Jo’s work focuses on finding ways to help children become more active 👇

https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/blog/helping-kids-move-more

The Heart Foundation have been great supporters of ASPA!
Helping kids move more: How Heart Foundation funding supported Professor Jo Salmon’s lifelong mission
Discover how Heart Foundation funding helped Professor Jo Salmon lead a 30-year mission to get kids moving. Learn about her research, the TransformUs program, and her vision for a heart-healthy future.
www.heartfoundation.org.au
November 19, 2025 at 1:55 AM
🎉 Heading to #ASPA2025? Don’t miss our ECN Pre-Conference Social Event (25 Nov)!

Join fellow early-career attendees for a relaxed evening of networking, good conversation, and light refreshments before the conference kicks off.

👉 https://aspactivity.org/conference-2025/program/social-events/
November 18, 2025 at 7:05 AM
📣 It’s time to have your say!

Voting is still open for the ASPA Vice President and Conference Committee Chair positions. You can vote here: https://aspactivity.org/members-area/nominations/

Make sure your voice is heard - voting closes THIS FRIDAY, 21 November 2025.
November 17, 2025 at 6:25 AM
🫣 Haven’t registered yet for #ASPA2025?
There’s still time - but be quick! Registration closes TODAY👇

https://aspactivity.org/conference-2025/about/ticket-pricing/
November 13, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Are you ready to help shape the future of ASPA?

Nominations for ASPA Director positions close TODAY, 14 November 2025 (AEDT).

Learn more about how to nominate here: https://aspactivity.org/blog/member-news/notice-of-agm-call-for-direction-nominations-ec-voting-now-open/
November 13, 2025 at 8:25 PM
The countdown is on - #ASPA2025 is just two weeks away!

This year’s conference is shaping up to be our most dynamic and inspiring yet.

🫣 Haven’t registered yet?
There’s still time - but be quick! Registration closes this TOMORROW 👇

https://aspactivity.org/conference-2025/about/ticket-pricing/
November 12, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Are you ready to help shape the future of ASPA?

Nominations for ASPA Director positions close THIS FRIDAY, 14 November 2025 (AEDT).

Learn more about how to nominate here: https://aspactivity.org/blog/member-news/notice-of-agm-call-for-direction-nominations-ec-voting-now-open/
November 12, 2025 at 6:25 AM
🚀 Scaling up PA initiatives is key to tackling NCDs worldwide. Join our webinar & discover strategies to scale PA initiatives that work across diverse contexts in Asia. �Ÿ”— https://aspactivity.org/events/scaling-up-physical-activity-in-asia-influences-strategies-and-lessons-learned-webinar/
November 10, 2025 at 4:40 AM
How can physical activity initiatives be scaled successfully across diverse contexts in Asia?

Join our webinar with WHOSEARO & learn from global experts.

Don’t miss out!

🔗 https://aspactivity.org/events/scaling-up-physical-activity-in-asia-influences-strategies-and-lessons-learned-w
ebinar/
November 7, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Exciting collab with WHOSEARO! Join experts to explore what drives successful scale-up of physical activity initiatives across diverse contexts in Asia.

🗓️ 12 Nov 2025
🔗 https://aspactivity.org/events/scaling-up-physical-activity-in-asia-influences-strategies-and-lessons-learned-webinar/
November 3, 2025 at 11:25 PM
TRICK OR TREAT! Don't miss your treat to present at the #ASPA2025 Conference!👇

Today’s the FINAL day for presenters to register. Don’t ghost your chance to share your projects with us 👻

Register now: https://aspactivity.org/conference-2025/about/ticket-pricing/
October 31, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Nominations close TODAY to join ASPA EC!

Lead, inspire & shape physical activity in the Asia-Pacific
💼 Vice President (President 2030)
🤝 Membership Chair
🎤 Conference Chair

Don’t miss your chance 👉 https://aspactivity.org/blog/aspa/nominations-for-aspa-executive-committee-positions-closing-soon/
October 30, 2025 at 8:35 PM
🚀 Scaling up PA initiatives is key to tackling NCDs worldwide. Join our webinar & discover strategies to scale PA initiatives that work across diverse contexts in Asia. �Ÿ”— https://aspactivity.org/events/scaling-up-physical-activity-in-asia-influences-strategies-and-lessons-learned-webinar/
October 30, 2025 at 4:40 AM
First time in Newcastle for ASPA 2025? Don't worry, we've got you covered!

Check out our updated travel information to help you get to the #ASPA2025 conference with ease.

https://aspactivity.org/conference-2025/venue-travel/travel-information/

October 29, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Nominations close 31 Oct to join ASPA EC!

Lead, inspire & shape physical activity in the Asia-Pacific
💼 Vice President (President 2030)
🤝 Membership Chair
🎤 Conference Chair

Don’t miss your chance 👉 https://aspactivity.org/blog/aspa/nominations-for-aspa-executive-committee-positions-closing-soon/
October 29, 2025 at 5:30 AM
Nominations close 31 Oct to join ASPA EC!

Lead, inspire & shape physical activity in the Asia-Pacific
💼 Vice President (President 2030)
🤝 Membership Chair
🎤 Conference Chair

Don’t miss your chance 👉 https://aspactivity.org/blog/aspa/nominations-for-aspa-executive-committee-positions-closing-soon/
October 27, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Exciting collab with WHOSEARO! Join experts to explore what drives successful scale-up of physical activity initiatives across low- and middle-income countries.

🗓️ 12 Nov 2025
🔗 https://aspactivity.org/events/scaling-up-physical-activity-in-asia-influences-strategies-and-lessons-learned-webinar/
October 23, 2025 at 11:25 PM
ASPA is excited to increase its reach into the Pacific by establishing an MOU with the Fijian Physical Activity Promotion Symposium (FPAPS)!

This is an opportunity to support local researchers and practitioners in Fiji and share info about future ASPA events and activities!
October 23, 2025 at 2:10 AM