IIDRN 2023

Our inaugural conference took place at the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa on November 7-9, 2023.
The aim of this conference was to advance research in the area of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) in Indigenous populations worldwide. We brought together leading scientists, policy makers, Indigenous Elders, Indigenous communities and organizations, people living with dementia, and trainees to exchange information on current research and advancements concerning ADRD in the context of health equity. Other aims were to support collaboration, career development, and relationship building to grow the scientific community to address the increasing dementia disparities in Indigenous populations.
Recognizing that ADRD in Indigenous populations is still a developing field of research, this conference served as a launching site to build and support research capacity and sustain scientific advancement in the field. Our long-term goal is to create an expanded, sustainable, supportive, worldwide network of scholars committed to knowledge exchange and collaboration to advance research, knowledge, and mentorship in community-based, culturally appropriate ADRD research with Indigenous populations.
2023 Award Winners:
Trainee Paper Award-Dr. Cliff Whetung
Trainee Poster Award-Dr. Lauren W. Yowelunh McLester-Davis

Elders panel
Hawaiian featured research panel
cultural immersion activities
25 trainees registered
2023 highlights

IIDRN Conference in Numbers
147
2023 Attendees
8
Executive Members / Steering Committee Members
5
Countries represented
(2023 conference)
4
Sponsors
Good Spirit Good Life CRE Indigenous Ageing Well
"What a fantastic opportunity for #CAMDH Indigenous masters students to present to an international audience"
Ed Strivens
"Strong Australian contingent at the superb #IIDRN23 Fantastic content, connections, collaborations and a strong shared community. Thank you!"
Kyle Sullo
"I feel truly empowered & elated after the experience and cannot wait to do it all again next year!"